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Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: [identification of item], [box], [folder], Virginia Tech "Rat" Belt, June 4th, 1949, Textile-2025-006, Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.
This collection was acquired by the Special Collections and University Archive in February 2013.
The processing, arrangement, and description of the Virginia Tech "Rat" Belt was completed in June 2025.
The belt is made of a cream colored fabric with a metal belt buckle and belt hook. Hand written near the buckle and hook is "1952." In the center of the belt is "LAST RAT BELT 52/ALL BAND COMAPNY JUNE '4' 1949." written in pen. There are various other hand written phrases and signatures on belt. The belt is in fair condition, some discoloration and fraying.
The guide to the Virginia Tech "Rat" Belt by Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, is licensed under a CC0 (