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Oregon and California Railroad Owney tag
Description:
Owney would have received this baggage check token while on the Oregon and California Railroad. The O&C began in Oregon and operated from 1869-1972, although the line did not cross the California border until 1887, a year before Owney began his travels. This baggage check token was created by William W. Wilcox, a Chicago-based manufacturer.
Date:
1888-1897
Markings:
O. & C.R.R. / 3613 / LOCAL
Medium:
metal (brass)
Dimensions:
Height x Width: 1 3/4 x 1 3/8 in. (4.45 x 3.49 cm)
Museum ID:
0.052985.68
Place:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
