Vintage Hamilton Historic Railways Collector Plates Set of 4 Ted Xaras Railroad Train Art 1990s

The Historic Railways Collection — Four Vintage Railroad Plates

Step back into the golden age of American railroading with this beautiful collection of four vintage railroad plates featuring artwork by Ted Xaras.

Produced by The Hamilton Collection during the 1990s, these decorative plates celebrate historic locomotives and the remarkable landscapes through which America’s railroads traveled.

Each plate captures a different chapter of railroad history, combining detailed locomotive artwork with atmospheric scenery.

This collection includes:

1. Rails by the Seashore — 1996
A Pennsylvania Railroad steam locomotive travels across a wooden trestle above coastal waters, while two figures watch from a small rowboat below.

2. Harper’s Ferry
A historic railroad scene inspired by the famous rail junction at Harpers Ferry, West Virginia.

3. New York Central’s 4-6-4 Hudson
Celebrating the legendary New York Central Hudson steam locomotive, an iconic passenger-train engine.

4. Evening Departure — 1996
A nostalgic railroad scene capturing the atmosphere of a train preparing to depart.

Collection Details

* Maker: The Hamilton Collection
* Artist: Ted Xaras
* Series: The Historic Railways Plate Collection
* Production period: 1995–1996
* Four different railroad designs
* Decorative collector plates
* Individually numbered
* Approximately 8–8.25 inches in diameter each, subject to final measurement
* Vintage 1990s collectibles
* Sold together as one four-piece collection
* Decorative use only; not intended for food service

Condition: Pre-owned vintage condition. Please examine photographs of each plate, including the artwork, reverse markings, rims, and any visible wear.

These plates make a wonderful addition to a railroad enthusiast’s collection, train-themed office, study, library, or vintage transportation display.

All four plates are included in the purchase price.

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