{"product_id":"vintage-goodyear-g3-inspector-badge","title":"Vintage Goodyear G3 Inspector Badge Shield Pin Petroliana Tire Factory Quality Control Badge Amer Ry S Co New York","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"143\" data-end=\"335\"\u003eVintage Goodyear G3 Inspector badge with shield form, pin back, and maker stamp for American Railway Supply Co., a strong petroliana display piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"337\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"337\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003e• Vintage Goodyear G3 Inspector badge\u003cbr data-start=\"390\" data-end=\"393\"\u003e• Era: likely 1930s–1950s based on the pin-and-catch style and maker details you provided\u003cbr data-start=\"482\" data-end=\"485\"\u003e• Measures about 3 x 2 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"514\" data-end=\"517\"\u003e• Die-struck metal badge with warm brass-tone finish\u003cbr data-start=\"569\" data-end=\"572\"\u003e• Shield form with raised “GOODYEAR,” “G3,” and “INSPECTOR” lettering\u003cbr data-start=\"641\" data-end=\"644\"\u003e• Reverse is stamped “AMER. RY. S. CO. NEW YORK,” for American Railway Supply Company, with pin-and-catch closure visible on the back\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"337\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eSTYLE NOTES\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"337\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003e• Associated with Goodyear’s G-3 tire line and industrial quality-control history, making it a strong piece of petroliana and factory memorabilia \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1001\" data-end=\"1004\"\u003e• Nicely textured surface with crisp raised lettering and classic badge styling\u003cbr data-start=\"1083\" data-end=\"1086\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"337\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003eGreat for petroliana collections, tire advertising displays, industrial history groupings, or paired with vintage Goodyear manuals, service literature, and garage signs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"337\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003eCondition Grade: Very Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1573\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1321\"\u003ePositives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1324\"\u003e• Front lettering is bold and easy to read\u003cbr data-start=\"1366\" data-end=\"1369\"\u003e• Shield shape remains crisp with good overall definition\u003cbr data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1429\"\u003e• Pin and catch are present on the reverse\u003cbr data-start=\"1471\" data-end=\"1474\"\u003e• Maker stamp is visible on the back\u003cbr data-start=\"1510\" data-end=\"1513\"\u003e• Finish still has appealing aged shine and display presence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1575\" data-end=\"1993\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1575\" data-end=\"1592\"\u003eIssues \/ Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1592\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003e• Light surface wear, small scratches, and rubbing consistent with age and handling\u003cbr data-start=\"1678\" data-end=\"1681\"\u003e• Some darkened areas and finish variation along raised edges and recessed texture\u003cbr data-start=\"1763\" data-end=\"1766\"\u003e• Minor wear visible around the perimeter and high points\u003cbr data-start=\"1823\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003e• Back shows age wear and light oxidation\/toning\u003cbr data-start=\"1874\" data-end=\"1877\"\u003e• I can see the pin assembly present, but I have not tested the clasp mechanism beyond what is visible in the photos\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1995\" data-end=\"2306\"\u003eCollector’s Notes\u003cbr data-start=\"2018\" data-end=\"2021\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1995\" data-end=\"2306\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-patches-embroidered-badges\" title=\"This badge\"\u003eThis badge\u003c\/a\u003e fits naturally into a vintage Goodyear or petroliana collection, especially alongside tire ads, service manuals, garage signs, and other factory or industrial employee pieces. It has the kind of graphic presence that displays well in a workshop, office, or automobilia wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2308\" data-end=\"2379\"\u003eA compact piece with real industrial character and easy display appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease review all photos closely—they’re part of the description and show the exact item you’ll receive\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e∙Photo-verified condition (no surprises)\u003cbr\u003e∙Packed with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e∙Ships in 1 business day\u003cbr\u003e∙Free Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisclaimer\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece—please review them carefully, as they are part of the description. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile I do my best to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese pieces come from estate collections and have been surface cleaned. You may wish to perform additional cleaning depending on your preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48330573938943,"sku":"A1-T10-2498","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/IMG_6207_6c0c2cf7-f2fc-4b53-ae74-293be0921764.jpg?v=1774453836","url":"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/products\/vintage-goodyear-g3-inspector-badge","provider":"Reading Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}