Antique 1890s 1900s Anheuser Busch Watch Fob Refrigerator Rail Car 20000 Pre Prohibition
Up for sale is a rare, authentic antique Anheuser-Busch promotional pocket watch fob dating to the late 1890s / early 1900s (Pre-Prohibition era). This stunning piece of American industrial history was issued by the brewery to celebrate their historic distribution milestones. Perfect addition to any breweriana, railroad history, or antique watch accessory collection!This beautifully detailed, two-sided diamond-shaped fob features deep 3D embossing:SIDE 1 (Logistics History):
Features a detailed relief of an early railroad refrigerator car parked outside a sprawling, multi-story factory complex in St. Louis. Stamped with the text: \"ANNUAL SHIPMENTS REFRIGERATOR\" and \"20000 CAR LOADS\". This celebrates Adolphus Busch’s revolutionary fleet of ice-cooled rail cars that allowed Budweiser to be shipped nationwide.SIDE 2 (The Iconic Logo):
Features the legendary, classic Anheuser-Busch corporate crest, displaying a bold flying eagle swooping through a giant block letter \"A\" over a stars-and-stripes shield. Stamped on the lower banner: \"ANHEUSER BUSCH ST. LOUIS\".ITEM DETAILS:
- Era: Turn of the Century (Circa 1895-1910)
- Type: Pocket Watch Fob / Necklace Pendant
- Material: Heavy die-struck base metal with original silver-wash/nickel plating
- Shape: Diamond / Lozenge
- Measurements: approximately .75\" x .75\"
- Origin: St. Louis, Missouri
CONDITION REPORT:
- Excellent antique condition with incredible depth and detail.
- Features a beautiful, natural dark uncleaned patina in the recessed areas, making the imagery pop beautifully.
- The original integrated hanging loop at the top is completely solid and intact—ready to be added to a pocket watch chain or worn as a unique necklace pendant.
- No heavy gouges, bends, or structural damage.
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