Vintage Illinois Bell 10K Gold Diamond Service Pin Bell 44

Vintage Illinois Bell Telephone Company service / memorial pin from the historic Bell System (AT&T) era. This finely crafted pin is made of solid 10K gold and features a genuine diamond accent (tested) at the top. The classic bell design is surrounded by a laurel wreath and clearly inscribed “ILLINOIS BELL 44”, believed to reference years of service or an internal designation. Details: • Material: Solid 10K Gold (marked) • Stone: Genuine diamond – tested • Design: Bell with laurel wreath • Inscription: ILLINOIS BELL 44 • Back: Original screw-back fastener (fastener is not gold) • Weight: approx. 1.6 grams • Era: Mid-20th century, vintage • Condition: Very good vintage condition with light age-appropriate wear This is a rare corporate service / memorial pin, highly collectible among Bell System, AT&T, and telephone memorabilia collectors. Not scrap — a genuine piece of American telecommunications history. Please review all photos carefully as they are part of the description. Color may appear warmer in some photos due to lighting. Feel free to message with any questions.