Harvard University Police Patch with the Crimson Veritas Coat of Arms
Black shield-shaped embroidered Harvard University Police patch with a gold border, gold lettering, and the Harvard coat of arms — a crimson shield with three open books spelling VERITAS — for the Harvard University Police Department in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Low MOQ
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USA Since 1999
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Description
This embroidered patch features the Harvard University Police insignia on a black field cut to a pointed shield shape, located at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with a gold merrow border framing the design.
Center: The Harvard coat of arms sits at the heart of the patch — a crimson shield carrying three open books arranged two over one. The books spell out the university motto across their pages: VE, RI, and TAS, for VERITAS, Latin for Truth. The crimson and white crest stands out sharply against the black field.
Top Section: HARVARD arches large across the top of the shield in bold gold block lettering, the most prominent word on the patch.
Side Sections: UNIVERSITY curves up the left side of the shield and POLICE up the right, both in matching gold lettering that follows the shield edge and frames the central crest.
Shape & Base: The pointed shield is worked in full-coverage black twill, with the bright gold merrow edge giving the patch a deep, high-contrast look against the crimson crest and gold lettering.
Embroidery Quality: Produced in full-coverage embroidery on polyester twill, it holds the fine detail of the three books, the VERITAS lettering, and the arched type cleanly. Order it as shown for the Harvard University Police, or customize the colors, lettering, border, and crest for your own campus agency.
Explore more campus and university police designs like the Yale University Police patch or the University of Pennsylvania Police patch, or browse our wider gallery for more law-enforcement insignia inspiration.
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 Harvard University Police patch?
It is a black pointed shield with a gold border. HARVARD arches across the top, with UNIVERSITY up the left side and POLICE up the right, all in gold. At the center is the Harvard coat of arms: a crimson shield with three open books spelling VERITAS.
What does VERITAS mean on the patch?
VERITAS is Latin for Truth, the motto of Harvard University. It is spelled across three open books on the crimson crest — VE, RI, and TAS — the historic arms of the university, reproduced here at the center of the police patch.
Why is the patch black and crimson?
Crimson is the official color of Harvard University, set here against a black twill base with gold lettering and border. The combination ties the patch to the Harvard brand while giving the campus police insignia a strong, formal look.
Can you make a custom campus police shield patch like this for our department?
Yes. A pointed shield with arched lettering and a central university crest is a flexible template. Our artwork team can swap the crest, university name, colors, and border to match your campus department, with a free proof before production.
How much does a patch like this cost, and what is the minimum order?
Estimated pricing runs from about $17 each at 10 units down to roughly $2 each at 1,000 units, with no setup or mold fee. The minimum order starts as low as 10 pieces, so smaller runs for a specialty unit are welcome.
Do I need credentials to order a patch with the Harvard University Police name on it?
Yes. Patches bearing a real agency name such as the Harvard University Police are sold only to that agency or its authorized representatives. University police and campus-safety buyers provide proof of occupation, valid credentials, or an authorized purchasing letter before production begins. Custom or renamed designs are welcome without that step.
