Railroad Keys Cast Iron Stamped With Train Initials

2025-02-21T11:23:56-08:00

Price: 39.99

THE STORY

Unlock a piece of the past with these high-quality reproduction keys. Featuring the 'Railroad Keys Cast Iron Stamped With Train Initials' design, each piece is hand-cast with a focus on tactile weight and authentic industrial detail. Finished with a deep, hand-applied antique patina, these keys look as though they’ve been recovered from a long-forgotten trunk or a dusty museum shelf. Perfect as a bowl filler, a shadow box addition, or a unique gift for any history buff.

HISTORICAL NOTE

During the golden age of steam travel, railroads were the backbone of American industry. Switch keys and station keys were strictly controlled and often stamped with specific initials (like the B&O or the Union Pacific) to prevent unauthorized access to the rails. These keys evoke the grit and expansion of the 19th-century railway system.

THE DETAILS

Dimensions: 2.25" x 1" (Set of 25)

Weight: 19.2 oz