“Rail Road King” Union Button Sterling Silver Ring Size 12

Sterling Silver | Size 12

This one-of-a-kind ring features an authentic antique union button stamped with the phrase “Railroad King,” a powerful statement drawn from the era when railroad labor shaped the economic and physical landscape of America.

In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the railroad was one of the most influential industries in the country. Language like Railroad King conveyed authority earned through experience, skill, and endurance rather than title alone. It reflected pride in mastery of one’s trade within an industry that demanded strength, precision, and resilience—and quite literally moved the nation forward.

Union buttons bearing assertive phrases like this were worn as symbols of identity and status within the labor community. They marked respect, seniority, and leadership among workers whose knowledge and reliability carried real weight.

This original button has been carefully preserved and hand-set into a solid .925 sterling silver ring, allowing it to be worn while honoring its historical integrity. The ring is a size 12, offering a substantial, heirloom-weight presence ideal for collectors and statement jewelry wearers.

The natural patina, softened lettering, and surface wear are consistent with genuine age and authentic use. No restoration or artificial aging has been applied. This piece remains true to its history.

This ring is a true one-of-one collector artifact. Once sold, it cannot be recreated.

• Genuine antique union button (circa late 1800s–early 1900s)

• Stamped with the phrase “Railroad King”

• Hand-set in solid .925 sterling silver ring

• Ring size: 12

• One of a kind collector piece

Note: Union buttons featuring bold occupational language are increasingly scarce, especially when preserved in wearable condition. This ring bridges artifact and adornment, offering collectors a tangible connection to the authority, pride, and craftsmanship that defined railroad labor at its peak.