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 Subject
Subject Source: Local sources
Scope Note: If you use this subject heading, please use "University History," too.

Found in 380 Collections and/or Records:

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 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

VT Alumni Bag

 Collection
Identifier: Textile-2021-002
Abstract

The VT Alumni Bag is a white tote bag printed with the university logo of the pylons and "1872" and the words "Virginia Tech Alumni."

Dates: ca. 1990s

VT Men's Basketball Collection

 Collection
Identifier: Textile-1995-001
Abstract The VT Men's Basketball collection consists of Delwyn Dillard's basketball uniform and a NIT t-shirt. The basketball uniform consists of two parts, a jersey and shorts. The jeresy is orange with white and maroon trim around the collar and sleeves. The front of the jersey has text that is white with a maroon border that reads "VIRGINIA 5 TECH." The back of the jersey also has text that is white with a maroon border that reads "DILLARD 5." The sides of the jeresy have have 5 inch...
Dates: c.1994-1995

VT Seal Cross Stitch

 Collection
Identifier: Artifact-041
Abstract

The Virginia Tech Cross stitch is mounted on cardboard with staples, the edges of the fabric sealed with tape. The base of the cross stitch is done in a cream color, with a maroon and orange Virginia Tech seal in the center. Some of the details of the seal are stitched in green, yellow, grey, and cream. Around the seal is text that reads "VIRGINIA POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE AND STATE UNIVERSITY." In maroon stitching in the bottom right hand corner is the text "THW '70."

Dates: c.1960-1970

VT Seal Needlework

 Collection
Identifier: Artifact-049
Abstract

The needlework depicts the VT Seal on the center of a square needlepoint canvas. The base of the cross stitch is done in a cream color, with a maroon and orange Virginia Tech seal in the center. Some of the details of the seal are stitched in green, yellow, grey, and cream. Around the seal is text that reads "VIRGINIA POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE AND STATE UNIVERSITY."

Dates: n.d.

VT Special Event Banners

 Collection
Identifier: Artifact-053
Abstract

Three VT seal banners in maroon, orange, and yellow.

Dates: n.d.

VTCC Squadron A Guidon

 Collection
Identifier: Artifact-028
Abstract

Guidon for the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets Squadron A. The top is orange with "VTCC" in maroon, and the bottom is maroon with "A in gold or light orange. The guidon is in poor condition, with tears along the corners.

Dates: n.d.