Sunset Appraisal Service

Offered is a mixed lot of antique American paper ephemera, dating from the late 19th century through the World War I era, representing everyday business, transportation, amusement park token, banking, and wartime regulation in the United States.

This lot includes:

• Railroad-related documents, receipts, and accounting forms from major U.S. rail lines

• Banking and commercial paperwork, including drafts and invoices

• World War I–era ration or permit documents, including canned beef distribution material

• Postal and stamp-related items, including presentation envelopes and mounted examples

• Additional business correspondence and trade ephemera

These documents feature original letterheads, signatures, period typography, and official markings, offering a tangible look at American commerce and logistics during the height of the railroad era and wartime regulation.

Condition ranges from fragile to heavily handled, with folds, creases, edge wear, toning, staining, and paper losses consistent with age and use. Some items are delicate and should be handled carefully. No cleaning or restoration has been attempted.

This is an appealing collector, research, or display lot, ideal for collectors of American ephemera, railroad history, World War I home-front material, or 19th-century business documents.

Sold as a single lot.

Please defer to photos for condition. 15% Buyer's Premium. We only ship with USPS Priority Mail Flat Rate Shipping. Items with value over $100 shipping insurance must also be charged to you to protect your purchase. Please contact us regarding shipping in advance if you have any questions. 

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