B&O Baggage tag in river

[tav396]

Thanks to Aquachigger, I started detecting in the river. Second time out I found this RR baggage tag. Lots of clad, But this is the first cool target. Thanks again to Aquachigger TV.

 

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[PlzBSeated]

Very cool!

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[curbdiggercarl57]

That is sweet!
Any info on it yet?
Ya gotta research what you dig, or at least ask for help here.
It looks like it has a patent date on the top, that can really narrow down the time period of the item.
Carl

 

[vpnavy]

Great finds! Thanks for sharing...

 

[treblehunter]

This might help, check out this link.
I believe the letters over top the slot are the manufacturer of the tag.
Antique Railroad Baggage Tag Values | Antique Railroad Memorabilia

 

[Msbeepbeep]

Tag is awesome looking! Congrats!

 

[I-DIG-IT]

Nice find, on my list to find.

 

[tav396]

“Am. Ry. S.Co. New York.” (American Railway Supply Company New York) is the hallmark. thanks Treblehunter!

 

[Jeff In North Georgia]

Sure that someone had fun skipping it accross the water.

Jeff