R. K. Allison, Jr. Memorabilia

Access and use

Location of collection:
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Special Collections, University Libraries (0434)
Newman Library
Virginia Tech
P.O. Box 90001
560 Drillfield Drive
Blacksburg, VA 24062-9001
Contact for questions and access:
Phone: (540) 231-6308
Fax: (540) 231-3694
Restrictions:

The collection is open for research.

Terms of access:

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Preferred citation:

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: [identification of item], [box], [folder], R. K. Allison, Jr. Memorabilia, n.d., Artifact-031, Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.

Summary

Extent:
0.1 Cubic Feet 1 box
Abstract:
This collection consists of a V.P.I. belt buckle and a Christian symbol medallion. The belt buckle is a rectangular shape with horizontal stripes. In the center of the buckle is a circular logo with the V.P.I. seal. Surrounding the seal in curved text is "VIRGINIA POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE" AND "UT PROSIM" right below the seal. A half circle floral motif curves from the bottom of the buckle. Small triangle cut outs on either side of the seal. Pin closure system on the back of the buckle. The medallion has two crossing branches below a small circular logo. Inside the logo is a triangle with the words " SPIRIT MIND BODY." The back of the medallion reads "INTL CO PATD SEPT. 12 1905 STERLING M." There are two small jump rings interlocked at the top of the medallion.
Language:
The materials in this collection are in English.
Preferred citation:

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: [identification of item], [box], [folder], R. K. Allison, Jr. Memorabilia, n.d., Artifact-031, Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.

Background

Scope and content:

This collection consists of a V.P.I. belt buckle and a Christian symbol medallion.

The belt buckle is a rectangular shape with horizontal stripes. In the center of the buckle is a circular logo with the V.P.I. seal. Surrounding the seal in curved text is "VIRGINIA POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE" AND "UT PROSIM" right below the seal. A half circle floral motif curves from the bottom of the buckle. Small triangle cut outs on either side of the seal. Pin closure system on the back of the buckle. White sticker that reads " Ms A44" on the back of the buckle. The condition is good, some signs of age and wear on the metal.

The medallion has two crossing branches below a small circular logo. Inside the logo is a triangle with the words " SPIRIT MIND BODY." The back of the medallion reads "INTL CO PATD SEPT. 12 1905 STERLING M." There are two small jump rings interlocked at the top of the medallion. The condition is good, some discoloation and signs of age. White sticker that reads " Ms A44" on the backside.

Biographical / historical:

Robert K. Allison Jr. attended V.P.I. from 1937-1941 and majored in Animal Husbandry. He was orginally from Maysville, Kentucky and later returned to pursure farming.

Acquisition information:
The collection was acquired by Special Collection and University Archives in June 1971.
Processing information:

The processing, arrangement, and description of the R. K. Allison, Jr. Memorabilia was completed in June 2025.