Chicago Fire Department Patch with Maltese Cross and Hydrant
Red and white embroidered Chicago Fire Department (CFD) Maltese cross patch featuring FIRE and DEPT. lettering, a fire hydrant and crossed ladder and pike pole on the side arms, and a red center disc with CHICAGO in white, for the Chicago Fire Department in Chicago, Illinois.
Low MOQ
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USA Since 1999
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Direct
Description
This embroidered patch features the Chicago Fire Department insignia, the patch of the CFD, the fire department serving Chicago, Illinois. It is cut as a Maltese cross – the traditional eight-pointed fire-service cross – worked in red and white, with FIRE and DEPT. lettering, fire-service tool icons, and a red center disc reading CHICAGO.
Shape & Base: The patch itself is cut in the shape of a Maltese cross, the classic symbol of the fire service, with white arms outlined and bordered in red throughout. Rather than a square or shield patch, the cross silhouette is the defining feature, instantly reading as a fire department emblem.
Center: A solid red circular disc sits at the heart of the cross, carrying CHICAGO in bold white block letters across it. The red disc against the white-and-red arms makes the city name the focal point of the design.
Top & Bottom Arms: The top arm reads FIRE and the bottom arm reads DEPT., both in red block letters on the white ground, spelling out FIRE DEPT. vertically through the cross.
Side Arms: The left arm carries a red fire hydrant icon, and the right arm carries crossed fire-service tools – a ladder and a pike pole. These traditional firefighting implements fill the side arms and reinforce the fire-service theme.
Embroidery Quality: Full-coverage stitching with high stitch density holds the fine detail of the Maltese cross outline, the fire hydrant and crossed tools, the red center disc, and the FIRE, DEPT., and CHICAGO lettering with sharp, even edges and a durable surface that stands up to daily uniform wear and laundering.
This is one of a series of fire department patches in the gallery. Compare it with the New York City Fire Department patch, and browse the full Owl Badges Design Gallery for more custom fire and public-safety patch designs.
Specifications
| Product Type | Embroidered Patch |
| Style | Maltese Cross Patch |
| Material | Polyester Twill Fabric with Poly/Rayon Threads |
| Stitch | Full Coverage Detail 100% Stitch Threading Embroidery |
| Size | 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
What is shown on the Chicago Fire Department patch?
The patch is cut as a red-and-white Maltese cross. The top arm reads FIRE and the bottom arm reads DEPT. in red block letters. The left arm carries a fire hydrant and the right arm carries crossed firefighting tools - a ladder and a pike pole. At the center, a red disc holds CHICAGO in white block letters. Owl Badges reproduces it as an embroidered patch.
Why is the Chicago Fire Department patch shaped like a Maltese cross?
The Maltese cross is the traditional symbol of the fire service worldwide, associated with the protection and sacrifice of firefighters. The Chicago Fire Department patch is cut in that eight-pointed cross shape rather than a shield or circle, so the silhouette itself signals a fire department. We cut and embroider the cross so the shape and border stay crisp.
What are the icons on the arms of the Chicago Fire Department patch?
The side arms carry traditional fire-service tools: a fire hydrant on one arm and crossed implements - a ladder and a pike pole - on the other. The top and bottom arms spell out FIRE and DEPT. We reproduce the hydrant, the crossed tools, and the lettering in detailed stitching so each element stays clear on the cross arms.
Can you make a custom Maltese cross fire patch like this?
Yes. A Maltese cross with a center disc, fire-service tool icons, and department lettering is a classic firefighter layout, and we can adapt it for your own department - your city or district name in the center, your colors, and your choice of tools or emblems on the arms. A free proof is provided before production so you can confirm every detail.
What size is the Chicago Fire Department Maltese cross patch?
Maltese cross patches like this are typically made in the 4 to 5 inch range so the FIRE and DEPT. lettering, the CHICAGO center disc, and the hydrant and crossed-tool icons stay legible on a uniform or jacket. Because the cross shape and small icons carry fine detail, we confirm the proportions at your chosen size on a free proof.
Do I need credentials to order a patch with the Chicago Fire Department name on it?
Yes. Patches bearing a real agency name such as the Chicago Fire Department are sold only to that agency or its authorized representatives. Fire-service and public-safety buyers provide proof of occupation, valid credentials, or an authorized purchasing letter before production begins. Custom or fictional department designs, and patches renamed to your own department, are welcome without that step.
