Lot 31

Price Realized:  $260
SANTA FE PAPERWEIGHT
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Lot: 31  Description: SANTA FE PAPERWEIGHT - A rare cast iron paperweight depicting a reclining lion, originally created by the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railway in the early 1880s. These paperweights were believed to be distributed to select agents and executives as a symbol of strength and goodwill—especially toward British investors. Many were later melted down, making surviving examples highly collectible. This piece shows its age with a rich patina and remains a compelling artifact of early railroad promotional history.
Minimum bid: $100
Price Realized:  $260

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