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Pin, Award

Object number2010.29.3

Datec. 1960

Mediumgold; plastic; satin; paper

Credit LineGift of Cordelia E. Carter

DescriptionCircular service award pin set inside black case with satin lining. Pin is embossed with Westinghouse logo followed by image of two branches and two stars. Printed in gold on top of case is Westinghouse logo. Printed under top in blue and gold is service award information with images of branches with Westinghouse logo in center. Black and gold metallic sign on platform with pin has text with material information and place of manufacture. Sticker with print on base.Dimensions1.75 x 1.875 x 0.875 in. (4.4 x 4.8 x 2.2 cm)
InscriptionsPin: embossed, "W".

Printed in gold on top of case, "W".

Printed under top in blue and gold, "THIRTY YEARS / WITH / WESTINGHOUSE".
MarksBlack and gold metallic sign on platform with pin, "GOLD / FILLED"; "MADE IN U.S.A."

Sticker with print on base "AE / 30 G[?] / 77860AE6".
Historical NotesPart of a collection of personal items and memorabilia belonging to Ruby Gould (1914-2009) and her husband Jesse Gould, Jr. (1913-1977). Ruby Gould was a Minister of Music and organist at several Pittsburgh churches including Macedonia and Mt. Zion Baptist. Jesse Gould was a 1931 graduate of Westinghouse High School, a World War II veteran, and worked for 34 years at Westinghouse Research and Atomic Division in Forest Hills. The Goulds were married for 34 years.

Related institution Westinghouse

Previous owner Jesse Gould Jr. (1913 - 1977)

Related person Ruby Gould (1914 - 2009)

Related institution Westinghouse High School

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