Part of the 50th Anniversary Rita Retirement Series, celebrating the retirement of Rita Gilligan MBE, original Hard Rock Cafe waitress and longtime brand ambassador, after 50 years of service. The Hard Rock Cafe brand was founded in London in 1971, with Rita on the opening staff. Each pin in the series features Rita with her trademark red hair and white uniform, posing in front of a local scene and wearing or holding one or more locally themed accessories.
Rita is shown standing in her white waitress uniform with a lanyard full of pins and her ID. She is holding a handful of money because she won it big at the casino. She is standing in front of the Cincinnati skyline featuring the iconic buildings including the Great American Insurance company in dark gray and the Carew Tower in light yellow along with the Museum Center in dark gray and the James A Roebbling suspension bridge in tan and light yellow. Hard Rock Cafe Logo in gold with city name in gold letters on black under a purple circle at bottom of pin.
On her uniform, in red capital letters, is the abbreviation "MBE." In 1998, Rita was appointed by Queen Elizabeth II as a Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (MBE), in recognition for her contributions to tourism in the United Kingdom.
Back of pin says "Limited Edition 200." Sold on a red backing card with an image of Rita on the front. At bottom left, in gold, is a Hard Rock 50th anniversary logo. At bottom right, in white script, is the name "Rita Gilligan, MBE." On back of card is a message from Rita. Base material: Gold appearance Style: Painted Back print: 4 lines Back pattern: Hard Rock Cafe logos and crossed guitars Distribution method: Retail Release date: August 2021 Retail price: 16.00 USD
