Boston Fire Department Patch with Cross and Firefighter Helmet
Red and gold embroidered Boston Fire Department (BFD) shoulder patch featuring BOSTON arched above and FIRE DEPARTMENT below in gold, with a silver cross at the center crossed by a gold firefighter helmet, for the Boston Fire Department in Boston, Massachusetts.
Low MOQ
Low Minimum Order
Artwork
Artwork Design Team
Company
USA Since 1999
Factory
Direct
Description
This embroidered patch features the Boston Fire Department insignia, the shoulder patch of the BFD, the fire department serving Boston, Massachusetts. It is a red fan-shaped patch with a gold border, carrying BOSTON arched across the top, FIRE and DEPARTMENT below, and a silver cross with a gold firefighter helmet at the center.
Center: The heart of the patch is a raised silver-grey cross – a plain straight-armed cross – with a gold firefighter helmet angled across its center. The helmet and cross sit directly on the red field with no surrounding disc, a clean and bold layout that reads instantly as fire service.
Top Section: BOSTON arches across the top of the patch in large gold block letters, curving with the rounded top and naming the city above the cross.
Bottom Section: FIRE runs in large gold block letters with DEPARTMENT below it, both straight across the lower part of the patch, naming the department beneath the central cross and helmet.
Shape & Base: The patch is a fan or dome shape – a broad rounded-arch top widening to a flat base – on a deep red twill ground with a bright gold border. The red field sets off the silver cross, the gold helmet, and the gold lettering in a clean three-color design.
Embroidery Quality: Full-coverage stitching with high stitch density holds the fine detail of the silver cross, the gold firefighter helmet, the gold border, and the arched BOSTON and FIRE DEPARTMENT 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 Los Angeles County Fire Department patch, another fan-shaped patch with a firefighter helmet, the San Antonio Fire Department patch, and the New York City Fire Department patch. Browse the full Owl Badges Design Gallery for more custom fire and public-safety patch designs.
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 | 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 Boston Fire Department patch?
The patch is a red fan-shaped patch with a gold border. BOSTON arches across the top and FIRE DEPARTMENT runs below, both in gold block letters. At the center is a raised silver cross with a gold firefighter helmet angled across it, set directly on the red field. Owl Badges reproduces it as an embroidered patch.
What does the cross and helmet on the patch mean?
The cross and firefighter helmet are traditional fire-service symbols. The cross stands for service and protection, and the gold helmet for the firefighters themselves. The Boston patch keeps the layout simple - just the silver cross and gold helmet on the red field - so the emblem reads clearly. We reproduce both elements in detailed stitching.
How is this different from the Los Angeles County Fire Department patch?
Both are fan-shaped fire patches with a firefighter helmet, but they are distinct. The Boston patch is red with a silver cross and a gold helmet crossing it, and no center disc. The Los Angeles County patch is navy blue with a leather helmet over a red disc and a gold star. We reproduce each department's design exactly as its own patch.
Is the cross on the Boston patch a Maltese cross?
No. The Boston Fire Department patch uses a plain straight-armed cross, not the eight-pointed Maltese cross seen on many fire patches. It is a simpler, bolder shape with the firefighter helmet laid across it. We can reproduce either style - a plain cross or a Maltese cross - on a custom patch.
Can you make a custom fire patch with a cross and helmet like this?
Yes. A fan-shaped patch with a cross and a firefighter helmet at the center is a clean, classic fire layout, and we can adapt it for your own department - your city and department wording, your cross style, your helmet, and your colors. A free proof is provided before production so you can confirm every detail.
Do I need credentials to order a patch with the Boston Fire Department name on it?
Yes. Patches bearing a real agency name such as the Boston 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.
