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Description:Vintage mid-century Texaco 20-year service award lapel pin crafted by The Robbins Company of Attleboro, MA (the famed medalist known for producing NASA’s spaceflight medallions). Features the classic pre-1963 Texaco red star and green “T” emblem in cloisonné-style white enamel. The octagonal face has a textured pebble background, raised “20 YEARS SERVICE” lettering, and winged detailing flanking the emblem.
Details:
- Maker & Hallmark: Reverse stamped “ROBBINS” and “14K.”
- Era: Mid-century (circa 1930s–1950s), featuring the pre-1963 Texaco emblem and vintage threaded post.
- Size: Approximately 13mm (just over 1/2 inch) across.
- Weight: Approximately 3g (measured on a kitchen scale — pin only, backer removed)
- Fastener: Threaded post with removable knurled screw-back nut included.
- Metal Content Note: Gold identification on the pin body is based on the stamped “14K” hallmark. The removable screw-back nut’s metal content has not been verified (vintage screw-backs are commonly brass or gold-filled for thread durability).
- Provenance: From my grandfather’s personal numismatic and memorabilia collection. Exact production year and original recipient are unknown (no personal engravings on the reverse).
Condition:
Good vintage condition with honest wear, including light surface scratches, small edge nicks, and warm age-related patina. The red, green, and white enamel retains strong color, with minor surface marks visible under magnification in the close-up photographs. Threads on the post and nut engage smoothly. Please examine the front, reverse, ruler scale, and fastening details carefully.
Note: This listing is for the 20-year pin and its screw-back only. The 25-year pin shown in the comparison photographs is sold separately in another listing. The exact item pictured will be carefully packed in a protective box for shipping.
