Rare 1930s Mexican Judicial Badge – DSCD & Procurador General de Justicia
 
Step into the austere world of 1930s Mexican law enforcement with this exceptionally rare official badge from the Departamento de Servicios Corporativos y Disciplinarios (DSCD) under the authority of the Procurador General de Justicia Delegado del Distrito y Territorios Federales. A striking artifact from Mexico's post-revolutionary judicial system, this badge represents federal legal authority during a transformative era.
 
Key Features:
✔ Enamel Banner: Vibrant green, white, and red (colors of the Mexican flag) proudly displaying "DSCD" (Departamento de Servicios Corporativos y Disciplinarios).
✔ Central Design: A round acid-etched photograph of the badge's original holder—a unique personalization rarely seen in vintage insignia.
✔ Inscription: "Proc. Gral. de Just. Del. Dto. y TT. FF." (Procurador General de Justicia Delegado del Distrito y Territorios Federales), indicating high-ranking judicial authority over Mexico’s Federal District and Territories.
✔ Numbered: "No 040" engraved below, suggesting official inventory or assignment records.
✔ Maker Mark: Stamped on the reverse button fastener: "Matamoros Mex D.F. - Godiney", confirming its Mexico City origin and craftsmanship by the noted Godiney workshop.
 
Historical Significance:
1930s Era: A period of judicial centralization under President Lázaro Cárdenas, where federal oversight expanded dramatically.
Federal Authority: This badge was likely issued to a high-ranking judicial officer, prosecutor, or disciplinary official overseeing legal matters in Mexico’s capital (Distrito Federal) or federal territories.
Ultra-Rare: Few badges from this department survive, especially with intact enamel, acid-etched photographs, and clear maker marks.
 
Condition & Details:
Material: Heavy-duty metal with enamel inlay and etched detailing.
Fastener: Functional button-style pin with secure backing.
Patina: Light wear consistent with age, enhancing its authenticity.
 
Why Collect This Badge?
Museum-Quality Rarity: A centerpiece for collections of Mexican legal history, pre-1940s law enforcement, or political memorabilia.
Provenance: The photograph of the original holder adds unparalleled personal historical value—research could uncover their identity!
Display Ready: Ideal for shadowbox framing alongside documents or other DSCD-related artifacts.
 
Own a Singular Artifact of Mexico’s Judicial Past—This DSCD Badge is a Time Capsule of 1930s Legal Authority.