Railroad: How many ceremonial Golden Spikes were there??

That iconic moment when the Transcontinental Railroad was completed was marked by the placement of a Golden Spike. Turns out, there was more than one. And you'll never guess where the original is.

Photograph of Golden Spike Ceremony at Promontory, Utah

Golden spike - Wikipedia

Golden Spike Ceremony

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Golden Spike Ceremony by Us National Archives/science Photo Library

The Race to Promontory: The Transcontinental RR and the American West - Societies/Museums/Tourist Railroads/Private Cars - On Track On Line Forums

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Transcontinental Railroad: The Golden Spike, Promontory Summit, Utah

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