​Authentic 1918 H.W.R.U. Railway Dining Car Spoon - Patented Design


​This is a remarkable piece of transportation history: a silver-plated spoon used by the H.W.R.U. (Railway Union/Association).


This particular piece is highly desirable for its clear markings, which include a specific patent date.


​Product Details:


​Date & Patent: Stamped with "PAT. JAN 1. 18" on the back of the stem, dating the design to January 1, 1918.


​Association Mark: Features the clear "H.W.R.U." stamp, identifying its origin with the railway.


​Pattern: Elegant, early 20th-century ornate scrollwork along the handle.


​Material: Heavy-duty silver plate designed for frequent use in railway dining cars.


​Condition:


​Authentic Wear: The piece shows significant signs of use, including tarnishing and plate loss in the bowl, which adds to its character as a genuine antique tool of the rail.


​Legibility: Both the patent date and the association initials are clearly visible and legible.


​Measurements: 6"