There have been a wide range of designs of badges that were worn by U.S. Marshals and their deputies in the past two hundred years. The following are provided as a sample of the different styles that have been used.

Since 1980, the badge has been worn with credentials in one unit. The old shield-shaped badge changed twice, the present form being a star within a circular ring. Whatever the shape and symbolism, the U.S. Marshals badge will always be identified with its legendary mission.

The United States Marshals Service (USMS) is a federal law enforcement agency in the United States. The Marshals Service serves as the enforcement and security arm of the U.S. federal judiciary, and it is an agency of the U.S. Department of Justice and operates under the direction of the U.S. Attorney General.

Prior to 1941, the design of US Marshal badges varied among Districts. The current version has been in use nationally since 1980.

Artisan Owl US Marshal Old West Replica Badge - Vintage Metal Costume Prop for Collectors, Historical Reenactments, and Western Themed Events

Post Civil War jeweler made Deputy U. S. Marshal badge made in the classic “police belt” design. 14k gold layered over a sterling silver base. Red and blue hard fired enamel highlight the crossed U.S. flags and the crossed cannons.

Describes the different historical ways in which a U.S. Marshal have identified themselves.

U.S. Marshals Service First Issued badge (known as the " IKE" badge). Two of these style badges was issued in 1941., the United States Marshal badge (three quarters size ) and Deputy United States Marshal (full size).

including the proper ettiquette in wearing the badge. The first numbered point stated, “Each deputy will wear his badge of office outside, on the left lappel of his coat dur-ing the time he shall be on duty.” Since 1980, the badge has been worn with credentials in one unit. The old shield-shaped badge changed twice, the

This site is for the law enforcement history buff and/or badge collector. It will cover the history of the U.S. Marshal’s Service and the U.S. Marshals, Deputies, Guards and Posse Men that have died in the line of duty.