Victorian Wood Baluster Tipstaff Truncheon with Hand Painted Decoration Crown VR IV K Royal Cypher. 20613. Victorian Wood Baluster Tipstaff Truncheon with Hand Painted Decoration Crown VR IV K Royal Cypher. 20613. Antique & Militaria

The earliest record of the Tipstaff (Warrant Stick) was in the 14th century. The name derives from the early origins of Policing when Warranted Officers would apprehend a criminal with the help if necessary of a tipped staff. The staff would be made of wood or metal and were not only a means of self-defence but the tips of the staffs would bear symbols of their authority. Modern Police Truncheons originated from these Tipstaffs. Measuring an impressive 51 ½ cm painted with the Royal Crown, VR IV K cypher (possibly a Kent Police truncheon). The piece is black with dark green and gold detail which has a nice patina. The price includes UK delivery. Sn 20613.