Preliminary identification
Photo reference
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Overview
A pair of vintage corporate service award lapel pins manufactured in 10K yellow gold with black enamel by O.C. Tanner. One pin features a single accent stone (likely synthetic citrine/topaz), while the stepped-tier pin features three stones flanking a central clear accent.
Story
Founded in 1927, O.C. Tanner turned corporate recognition into an art form, crafting fine jewelry to honor career milestones. These pins served as wearable badges of dedication and company loyalty.
Maker / Origin
O.C. Tanner was founded during the Great Depression by Obert C. Tanner in Salt Lake City, Utah. The company grew to become the premier American manufacturer of corporate recognition awards, employee anniversary jewelry, and even Olympic medals (such as for the 2002 Winter Games).
Condition & Value
Very good vintage condition. The pins show minimal surface wear, clean enamel, and are preserved in their original O.C. Tanner presentation box with the '10K GOLD EMBLEM' tab intact. Preserving original packaging supports the upper range of value.
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Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.