Boeing Appraisal

Vintage Boeing 25-Year Service Award Lapel Pin

This is a vintage Boeing corporate service award lapel pin, presented to an employee for 25 years of tenure. The pin features a circular gold-toned metal base with an oxidized or darkened recessed background to highlight the relief elements. The design centerpieces a set of stylized gold-toned wings stretching across a globe motif, which is detailed with longitudinal and latitudinal lines. Inset into the wings and the center are three small clear stones, likely diamonds or high-quality glass crystals, signifying the high level of achievement. The company name 'BOEING' is spelled vertically through the center, while the text '25 YEARS' is arched across the top header. The bottom of the pin is framed by laurel leaf sprigs and a large letter 'G' or similar stylized branding element. Physically, the pin appears to be approximately 1/2 to 3/4 inch in diameter. The craftsmanship shows high-relief striking typical of mid-20th-century corporate jewelry, likely dating from the 1950s to the 1970s. Condition-wise, it shows a light natural patina and minor surface wear consistent with its age and use. The gold plating remains mostly intact with some slight softening of the edge details. The stones appear securely set, though the central stone shows some slight clouding or dust accumulation.