Vintage Railroad Date Nails Lot 25-54 Steel Iron Antique Numbered Collection Set

Vintage Railroad Date Nails Lot 25-54 Steel Iron Antique Numbered Collection Set Condition: Fair to Good vintage condition with visible signs of age on all nails; please review photos for exact condition and details of each nail's wear and patina. This set includes individually numbered vintage railroad date nails ranging from 25 through 56, plus an extra 'P' marked nail. Each nail features a raised number on the head, traditionally used by railroads to mark the year a railroad tie was installed, aiding in track maintenance history. Numbers present in this collection: 25, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 46, 47, 50, 51, 52, 54, 56, and one 'P' marked nail. The numbers missing are ; 26,44,45,49,53 see photos for all variations included. Mixed length and patina from decades of authentic railroad use. Each nail measures approximately 2 to 2.5 inches (see included photos with ruler for visual reference). Perfect for collectors of railroadana, historical memorabilia, steampunk art, and vintage hardware decor projects. Material: Steel/iron with authentic surface rust and signs of actual track use. No brand or manufacturing marks present; authentic vintage railroad hardware circa mid-20th century or earlier. Photos show the exact items you will receive, displayed for reference in a foam holder and on styrofoam mat. Signs of age are present throughout.