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Vintage IUOE Local 478 (Connecticut) International Operating Engineers Keychain:
$19.95
DescriptionThis listing is for an original vintage labor union promotional spinner keychain representing the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 478 based in Connecticut. The piece features a gold-tone brass horseshoe-shaped frame surrounding a central rotating circular medallion. The obverse side displays a colorful red, white, and blue enamel seal with the organization's name, historic founding date, and motto. The reverse face features a cream-colored insert highlighting the specific state regional chapter designation. The keychain is complete with its original trapezoidal quick-clip metal fastener.Specifications
- Organization: International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE)
- Chapter Affiliation: Local 478 (Connecticut regional jurisdiction)
- Object Type: Horseshoe Fidget Spinner Keychain / Labor Union Token
- Material Composition: Brass frame with enamel inlay and steel alloy hardware
- Dimensions: Frame body is approximately 1.5 inches wide (Based on ruler scale)
- Obverse Markings: INTERNATIONAL UNION OF OPERATING ENGINEERS • ORGANIZED DEC. 7 1896 • LABOR OMNIA VINCIT
- Reverse Markings: LOCAL 478
- Estimated Manufacture Period: Circa 1970s - 1980s
This trade union item is in pre-owned vintage condition. The brass horseshoe frame displays uniform surface patina, fine handling scratches, and minor finish scuffs consistent with field wear on a keyring. The central medallion spins freely on its axis. The enamel fill on the front seal remains fully intact, while the cream-colored plastic or paper reverse insert shows mild age-related yellowing and faint storage speckles beneath the protective surface layer. The mechanical clip operates securely. Please review all provided photographs to assess its precise physical condition before purchasing.Sold as-is.
--These items are part of an estate from a collector and carpenter by trade (descended from other crafts-persons, mostly in Connecticut). Payment required within 48 hours of sale's end. All items from a smoke-free environment. Please check out theother itemsfrom this collection! Related Items:
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