University History
Subject Source: Local sources
Found in 804 Collections and/or Records:
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 Hat
VPI Hats
Various hats from throughout the history of VPI.
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 Photograph Album
The photograph album includes photos taken at Virginia Polytechnic Institute throughout 1916-1919.
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".
V.P.I. Research Division Pistonphone
This pistonphone is housed inside of a wooden box with two metal buckle closures. Inside the wooden box is a black velvet lining with inlays that hold the four pieces of the pistonphone. A black strap on the interior lid of the box holds four sheets of paper that deal with cerifictation and proccessing of the pistonphone.