Lot 2122

Transcontinental Railroad Spike [158488]

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Transcontinental Railroad Spike [158488]

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6" railroad spike. Tag states from Central Pacific Railroad grade 10 miles west of Promontory, UT in 1974 on the Transcontinental Railroad.Date: Country: State: City: Provenance: Jim & Barbara Sherman Private Western Mining Museum

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Transcontinental Railroad Spike [158488]

Name: Transcontinental Railroad Spike [158488]
SKU: 144089101
Price: 30 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $80 - $120

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