Shield Sheriff Embroidered Patch with Alexander County North Carolina Map and Eight-Point Star
Custom Alexander County sheriff's department patch featuring gold eight-point star, county map with industry symbols, and 1847 founding date on black twill
Low MOQ
Low Minimum Order
Artwork
Artwork Design Team
Location
United States
Factory
Direct
Description
This shield sheriff embroidered patch features a regional heritage design custom built for the Alexander County Sheriff’s Department in North Carolina, combining a gold eight-point star, a detailed county map with local industry symbols, and the 1847 county founding date on a clean black twill base.
Shape & Base: Traditional law enforcement shield with curved shoulders and a pointed bottom, built on a solid black twill base and finished with a bright gold merrowed border that traces the full perimeter and frames the design with a formal authority silhouette.
Top Section: “SHERIFF DEPT.” arches across the top of the shield in bold gold block lettering, positioned cleanly above the central star and seal vignette and serving as the primary agency identifier of the patch.
Center: A large gold eight-point star fills the middle of the shield with each point extending sharply outward, and a circular light blue vignette sits at the heart of the star showing a detailed white outline of Alexander County edged in red. The map features several embroidered industry and heritage symbols including a red apple, an industrial building, a furniture chair, a pine tree, a fuel container, and a rooster representing the agricultural and manufacturing heritage of the region.
Bottom Section: “18” and “47” flank either side of the lower star points in gold block lettering marking the 1847 founding date, with “ALEXANDER” arched beneath in bold gold lettering and “CO.” centered just below in matching gold block letters, completing the full county identification of the patch.
Embroidery Quality: Dense satin stitching delivers crisp edges on the eight-point star and clean lettering definition across the agency and county text, while the central county map vignette uses fine detail work and multi-tonal thread blending across the red, white, blue, brown, and green elements to capture the regional industry symbols. The gold merrowed border is tight and uniform throughout, and the black twill base provides strong contrast that makes the gold star, light blue seal, and full color symbols stand out clearly.
This design represents premium custom embroidery honoring North Carolina law enforcement tradition and the heritage of Alexander County.
Specifications
| Product Type | Embroidered Patch |
| Style | Shoulder Patch |
| Material | Polyester Twill Fabric with Poly/Rayon Threads |
| Stitch | Full Coverage Detail 100% Stitch Threading Embroidery |
| Size | 3.55" x 4.5" |
| Backing | Iron-on/Sew-on |
| Packaging | 10+ Per Polybag |
Estimated pricing: 10 → $17 · 20 → $12 · 50 → $7 · 100 → $5 · 250 → $3 · 500 → $2.50 · 1,000 → $2 each
No setup fee · No mold fee. Estimate only — final price adjusts by design, size, and quantity, and is confirmed with a free quote. No payment until you approve your proof.
🛡 Authorized Purchase & Credential Verification
Patches bearing a real agency or department name are sold only to that agency or its authorized representatives. Law enforcement and public-safety buyers must provide proof of occupation, valid credentials, or an authorized purchasing letter before production begins. We do not sell agency-named patches for personal use.
Custom and fictional designs — for example, a made-up department like “Town of Western Hope Police” — are welcome, as are designs where you change the agency or department name to your own.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I order an custom embroidered patch like the Shield Sheriff design?
Yes. Owl Badges produces custom embroidered patches for agencies, departments, and organizations nationwide. You can order this style as shown or customize the colors, text, emblem, size, and border to fit your own agency. There is no setup fee and no minimum-quantity barrier — request a quote to get started.
What is the minimum order for an embroidered patch like this?
There is a low minimum order, with quantity-break pricing that starts as low as 10 pieces. Smaller runs are welcome for new departments or specialty units, and per-piece pricing drops sharply at 100, 250, 500, and 1,000 units.
Can you change the colors, text, or size on this design?
Yes. This design is a starting point. Our artwork team can adjust the emblem, lettering, colors, shape, border, and dimensions to fit your department. Submit your changes with a quote request and you will receive a free proof before any production begins.
How much does an custom embroidered patch like this cost?
Estimated pricing ranges from about $17 each at 10 units down to roughly $2 each at 1,000 units. There is no setup fee and no mold fee. Final pricing adjusts based on the final design, size, and quantity, and is confirmed with a free quote.
How long does production take?
Custom embroidered embroidered patches take approximately 3 to 6 weeks for production and finishing after your proof is approved. Your design is confirmed before production begins, so there are no surprises.
Do I need credentials to order an embroidered patch with a real agency name on it?
Yes. embroidered patches bearing a real agency or department name are sold only to that agency or its authorized representatives. Law enforcement and public-safety buyers provide proof of occupation, valid credentials, or an authorized purchasing letter before production begins. Custom or fictional department designs, and designs where you change the name to your own, are welcome without that step.