Vtg. Railway Badge (silver)

Vintage Railway Express Agency Badge – Silver & Red Enamel Employee Pin No. 55798 – Authentic Railroad Memorabilia – Mid-Century REA Collectible

Step back into the golden age of American railroads with this authentic vintage Railway Express Agency (REA) employee badge, numbered 55798. Crafted in silver-tone metal with deep red enamel, this striking piece of history represents the era when REA was the nation’s leading parcel delivery service, operating alongside major U.S. rail lines from 1918 to 1975.

Each badge was uniquely numbered and issued to a specific employee — making this a one-of-a-kind collectible with genuine historic value. The diamond-shaped REA logo at the center, framed by ornate detailing, reflects the distinctive craftsmanship and pride of mid-20th-century railway insignia.

Key Features:

• Item: Railway Express Agency employee badge

• Badge Number: 55798

• Material: Silver-tone metal with red enamel inlay

• Design: Classic diamond REA logo with ornate wreath border

• Era: Circa 1940s–1950s

• Markings: Maker’s mark stamped on reverse (faint but visible)

• Attachment: Screw-back fastener intact

• Condition: Good vintage condition with age patina, light surface wear, and minor enamel wear consistent with authentic use

• Dimensions: Approx. 2” tall × 1.75” wide

Perfect For:

• Collectors of railroad and transportation memorabilia

• Enthusiasts of industrial and Americana history

• Display in shadowboxes, museums, or vintage decor

• Gift for railway historians or collectors of vintage badges

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