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Pair of Antique Railroad Badges

Currency:USD Category:Western Americana Start Price:100.00 USD Estimated At:400.00 - 700.00 USD
Pair of Antique Railroad Badges
Property being sold is not new! Dents, dings, scratches and other damage may be present—and is common—on used and vintage items. Items are available for preview well in advance of the auction and we take several pictures as well. Please inspect thoroughly PRIOR to bidding. Once auctioneer says “SOLD” Buyer assumes all responsibility for items.
Maker: Hallmarked, C.H. Hanson Co, Chicago and SLS 00. Approx. Age: Circa early 20th century Size: A.T. & S.F. badge is 2.5” x 2.25”. Mobile and Ohio badge is 2.25” x 2”. Condition: Good. Additional Info: Comes in the shadowbox displayed. Both badges are hallmarked. A.T. & S.F badge has an early 1900s catch on the back, this railroad ran from 1859 thru 1996. The Mobile and Ohio badge is a little later (based on the catch), but still pretty early, it ran from 1848 thru 1940. Please look closely at the pictures - they are an important part of our description. Shipping: There will be a $5 handling / packaging fee for shipping this lot. The actual cost of postage will be added on top of that.