Marshal Badge from the film Gunsmoke – No 5

James Arness in Gunsmoke – Marshal Badge story inside the box:

James Arness was born May 26, 1923 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He earned a Purple Heart during World War II when his right leg was peppered with bullets in the battle of Anzio. In 1955, John Wayne recommended Arness for the lead role in Gunsmoke. It was one of the earliest “adult westerns,” centering around the exploits of Marshall Matt Dillon in the frontier town of Dodge City, Kansas in 1873.


Each high quality Old West replica badge is crafted out of brass and steel. Next, each Old West replica badge is individually hand finished for a unique antique look. Bar pin style back.

Each badge is packaged in an old-fashioned style Kraft box with a story inside.

Size: approx. 2 3/4″ H

Price: £15.00

Available on back-order