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Found in 745 Collections and/or Records:
VPI Dog Doll
The VPI Dog Doll is a maroon doll with the letters "VPI" on its side in orange.
VPI Fightin' Gobbler Patch
The VPI Fightin' Gobbler Patch is a colorful patch with the head of a turkey wearing a cap that says "VPI". Underneath are the words "Fightin' Gobblers" in cursive.
V.P.I. Football Pin
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.
VPI Locket and Chain
This locket is shaped like a heart. The front has a yellow-green chevron background and painted with two pink roses and green leaves. Attached under the roses is circular metal embossed with the seal of VPI and a red circle with the words "Virginia Polytechnic Institute" inside.
VPI Medal
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.
VPI Pin With Ruby or Other Red Stone
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.
VPI Prom Bangle Bracelet
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".
VPI Seal Pin
The circular VPI seal pin has a maroon border that says "Virginia Polytechnic Institute" surrounding the VPI seal in orange and maroon.