Introduction by Jim Casey
The police whistle has been in use since the 1600's and is still being used today. This gallery will showcase police whistles from around the world, submitted by
viewers like you.
VINTAGE HAND-CARVED BONE WHISTLE — Simple design, but beautifully carved. This whistle is all bone with the exception of the piece at the mouth area, which is carved of wood, and has been pinned into the bone on each side. The opposite end has a finial-type design, and a hole was carved into it to allow for hanging on a cord. Typical of American turn of the century whistles used by ranking officers. The whistle's length is 3 5/8 inches long, and the diameter at its widest part toward the top is just barely under an inch. The ball on the inside appears to be the same type of wood that was used for the mouth area. The sound of the whistle is very loud and sharp. This is a really nice piece, with excellent carving, and it is in perfect condition.
A Birmingham hallmarked silver 1939 whistle, with makers mark J.H.& Co. ( J.Hudson & Co ). The whistle measures 70mm long x 20mm in diameter, complete with silver chain attached. The end cap & suspension ring are silver marked also.
A Birmingham hallmarked silver 1886 whistle, with makers mark * JA * ( Joseph Angel, London ). The whistle measures 48mm long x 15mm wide in diameter, complete with silver marked suspension ring attached .
