Ebony baton of a Special Constable of the Canongate, Edinburgh

This special constable's ebony baton was issued to James Aitken, a baker in the Canongate in Edinburgh. It dates from the 19th century and was a symbol of authority rather than a baton.

Ebony baton of a special constable of the Canongate, Edinburgh, used by James Aitken, Baker

Special constables were ordinary citizens who enrolled as policemen and were used at times of special need, such as industrial unrest or whenever large crowds were expected.

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Online ID:	000-100-001-426-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0098: National Museums Scotland Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland H.NC 253
Date:	19th century
Material:	Ebony
Dimensions:	128 mm L x 13 mm D
What:	Baton, constable's
Subject:	Badges and insignia (NMAS Classification)
Who:	James Aitken (Owner)
Where:	Scotland, Midlothian, Edinburgh (Canongate)
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