Ohio State University Police Patch with the 1870 University Seal and Laurels
Navy embroidered Ohio State University Police patch with a red border, the official University seal with its red shield, open book, and 1870 founding date framed by green laurel branches, and white POLICE lettering, for the Ohio State University Police Division in Columbus, Ohio.
Low MOQ
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Artwork
Artwork Design Team
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USA Since 1999
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Direct
Description
This embroidered patch features the Ohio State University Police insignia on a navy field, located at the Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio, with a red merrow border framing the rounded-square design.
Center: The official Ohio State University seal sits at the heart of the patch. A gold-rimmed circular seal reads THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY around the ring, with a red shield carrying a white block O and an open book at its center. The inner motto lists LETTERS, SCIENCE, ARTS, AGRICULTURE, and KNOWLEDGE, with a DISCIPLINA CIVITATEM banner and the founding year 1870 on a scroll below.
Side Elements: Two green laurel branches arc up the left and right of the seal, framing it against the navy field and adding the only departure from the patch otherwise red, white, and gold palette.
Bottom Section: POLICE spans the lower portion of the patch in large white block letters, set beneath a small open-book graphic that echoes the book on the seal.
Shape & Base: The patch is a rounded-square cut in full-coverage navy twill, with a bright red merrow edge that frames the seal and lettering in strong contrast.
Embroidery Quality: Produced in full-coverage embroidery on polyester twill, it holds the fine detail of the seal ring, the laurel leaves, and the block lettering cleanly. Order it as shown for the Ohio State University Police, or customize the colors, lettering, border, and seal for your own campus agency.
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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 Ohio State University Police patch?
It is a navy rounded-square patch with a red border. The center carries the official Ohio State University seal — a gold-rimmed circle reading THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY around a red shield with a white O, an open book, and the 1870 founding date — framed by green laurel branches. POLICE sits across the bottom in white.
What does the seal in the middle represent?
It is the official seal of the Ohio State University, featuring the red shield with a white block O, an open book, and the motto DISCIPLINA CIVITATEM. The inner ring lists the founding colleges — letters, science, arts, agriculture, and knowledge — and 1870 marks the year the university was established.
What do the laurel branches mean on the patch?
The two green laurel branches flanking the seal are a classic symbol of honor and achievement. On this patch they frame the university seal and give the design its only green accents against the navy, red, and white.
Can you make a custom campus police patch like this for our department?
Yes. A rounded-square patch with a central university seal and laurel framing is a flexible template. Our artwork team can swap the seal, 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 Ohio State University Police name on it?
Yes. Patches bearing a real agency name such as the Ohio State 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.
