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 Subject
Subject Source: Local sources

Found in 745 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

VPI Fightin' Gobbler Patch

 Collection
Identifier: Textile-2021-001
Abstract

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.

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 Locket and Chain

 Collection
Identifier: Artifact-017
Abstract

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.

Dates: n.d.

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.