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  • Lot #1041
Lot #1040
Lot #1042

Lot 1041: Three Railroad Signs and Related Items

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 12, 2009

Lot 1041: Three Railroad Signs and Related Items

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 12, 2009

Estimated Price: $500 - $1,000
Price Realized:
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Three Railroad Signs and Related Items

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Type: Other
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Catalog Page: 188
Class: Other
Description:

1) Wells Fargo Express 13 3/4" square paper sign with metal edge protector. 2) Railway Express Agency 14" square paper sign with metal edge protector. 3) Like 2, but is 8" square and porcelain. Also included is a Wells Fargo press sealer with the number "2001", four small Railway Express Agency bags, Railway Express Agency padlock with keys (marked "RY.EX.AGY." twice on the lock and on 2 keys, 3 keys are marked "AM.RY.EX."), a Railway Express Agency tag, two Wells Fargo Express receipts, and two Savage Mining Company checks from the late 1800s in a professional frame (15 3/4" x 25").

Rating Definition:

1) Very good with some minor scratches and a couple gashes. The metal retains about 80% of the black paint with oxidation and heavy flaking. 2) Good. Some minor scratches, scuff marks and stains. The colors have faded. Metal has some minor oxidation. 3) Fine with some mild chipping along the edges and some minor scratches. The rest of the items are very good. Two bags have some stains. The press sealer has strong traces of original paint. The lock has a smooth bright gray patina. There are some minor handling marks on the frame.



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