1880s-1890s Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers Steam Engine & Coal Tender Lapel Pin in 14K

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  • 1880s-1890s Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers Steam Engine & Coal Tender Lapel Pin in 14K
  • 1880s-1890s Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers Steam Engine & Coal Tender Lapel Pin in 14K
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Description

ARTIFACT:

This is a circa 1880s or 1890s Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers steam engine and coal tender lapel pin: it is the only one I've seen. The pin is beautifully handmade and hand-engraved in tested 14 karat yellow and rose gold. There are many fine details and even the engineer is visible at the back of the engine.

VINTAGE:

Circa 1880s-1890s.

SIZE:

Approximately 7/16" in height and 1-1/2" in width.

CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:

14 karat gold (tested).

ATTACHMENT:

Horizontal T-style pin with C catch.

MARKINGS:

None.

ITEM NOTES:

This is from an early labor union collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. MBIX13 LBDEX12/13 SBDEX4/14

CONDITION:

8 (Excellent-): The pin has very little wear.

GUARANTEE:

As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.

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