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People's Railway A&W Brass Switch Key

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People's Railway A&W Brass Switch Key Key for the People's Railway. This was a five mile short line which existed from 1871 to 1923 in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. The line was absorbed by the Reading in 1923. The front of the hilt is stamped P.R.Y. the reverse is stamped with the A&W oval makers mark E-927 and a serif S. The key has some mild pocket wear with lettering wear near the top of the hilt. The end of the barrel also shows wear.

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People's Railway A&W Brass Switch Key

Name: People's Railway A&W Brass Switch Key
SKU: 146466859
Price: 70 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $80 - $140

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