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79PC Railroad Date Nails Collection

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Date Nail Collection in Framed Case [153350]: #1-71 plus 29 more. In framed brown wood case. Possibly Atkinson, Topeka, Santa Fe Railroad? 12x15x5". From the Bracken Collection and displayed in his legal office. Nice display set.Date: Country (if

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Item Details

Description

United States,1902-1978
Large collection of antique railroad date nails from 1902 through 1978 with other nails letter marked.
Iron,Nails approx 3 3/4" x 5/8" dia..Box 3 1/8" t x 9 1/2" w x 8" d

From the collection of a Peacedale, Rhode Island estate.

Condition

Most with oxidation and and surface wear, top of 1915 nail has been worn down; missing 71, 72, 74, and 75 dated nails, wear as expected of age and use, please refer to photographs.