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 Subject
Subject Source: Local sources

Found in 744 Collections and/or Records:

VPI Dog Doll

 Collection
Identifier: Artifact-006
Abstract

The VPI Dog Doll is a maroon doll with the letters "VPI" on its side in orange.

Dates: ca. 1940s

V.P.I. Football Pin

 Collection
Identifier: Artifact-016
Abstract

This is a 1.25 inch pink pin inscribed with "V.P.I." Helmet and football pendants are attached with cords.

Please handle with care as the cord is nearly broken.

Dates: c. 1950s

VPI hat

 Item — Box 1
Identifier: Textile-2021-004

VPI Medal

 Collection
Identifier: Artifact-027
Abstract

This bronze medal has a handle at the top, probably for attaching to a ribbon. The front is embossed with a laurel wreath at the bottom. In the center are the letters VPI intertwined and painted orange and maroon.

Dates: n.d.

VPI Pin With Ruby or Other Red Stone

 Collection
Identifier: Artifact-022
Abstract

This silver pin is circular with a small handle. It is inscribed "Virginia Polytechnic Institute" in a circular border around a ruby or other red stone. There is also a 2-inch silver chain.

Dates: n.d.

VPI Poster

 Collection — Object 1
Identifier: Art-351

VPI Prom Bangle Bracelet

 Collection
Identifier: Artifact-023
Abstract

The bracelet is a sterling silver, cuff-style bangle with hammered texture (planishing?). A black metal piece is attached in the center. It has an eagle above a ribbon that says "Virginia Polytechnic Institute". Under the ribbon are two flags and a shield that says "Junior Senior Prom 1933-1934".

Dates: 1933 - 1934

VPI Seal Pin

 Collection
Identifier: Artifact-021
Abstract

The circular VPI seal pin has a maroon border that says "Virginia Polytechnic Institute" surrounding the VPI seal in orange and maroon.

Dates: n.d.

VPI Shot Glass

 Collection
Identifier: Artifact-010
Abstract

This collection includes a large VPI shot glass with the university seal in maroon and orange on the front. On the back side of the shot glass are four lines in orange with Virginia sports team names. The following names are listed: Hokies, Mountianeers, VMI Keydets, and Cavaliers.

Dates: Circa 1980s