Vintage 1966 Gold Tone Enamel Service Award Pin \"R-T\" Bar Brooch For Sale

Up for sale is a vintage 1966 dated lapel pin / bar brooch in gold-tone metal with cobalt blue enamel accents. The design features a gear-toothed circular medallion at the top enclosing a stylized cobalt blue monogram reading \"R-T,\" flanked by a pair of textured, feather- or wheat-leaf-style wings that sweep outward. Below the wings, a blue enamel ribbon banner reads \"1966.\" This style is characteristic of mid-century employee or dealer service/anniversary award pins, commonly issued by companies to commemorate a milestone year or membership date, with the center medallion customized to the issuing organization\'s initials or logo.

The reverse has a simple horizontal bar pin fastener with a rollover safety catch; no maker\'s mark or hallmark is visible on the back. Please see the detailed photos for item condition, as they are considered part of the physical description.

A neat piece of mid-century wearable history — would suit a collector of vintage service award pins, advertising/company memorabilia, or anyone building a themed collection of dated pieces from 1966.

Specifics:

• Type: Lapel pin / bar brooch
• Era: Vintage, dated 1966
• Material: Gold-tone base metal with blue enamel detail
• Closure: Horizontal bar pin with rollover safety catch
• Markings: \"R-T\" monogram and \"1966\" on face; no markings visible on reverse
• Motif: Gear-bordered circular monogram, wing/leaf design, \"1966\" banner
• Dimensions: Approx. 1 1/4\" wide x 3/4\" tall (please verify against photos)

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