Norfolk and Western Railway 16oz Pint Glass
16oz
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Celebrate Norfolk and Western Railway history with a pint glass inspired by a railroad shaped by generations of mergers and regional growth. From its 1838 predecessor to its Roanoke headquarters and coal-hauling network, the N&W left a strong mark on American railroading. Its Roanoke-built steam locomotives and 1959 merger with Virginian Railway remain memorable chapters for collectors. This glass makes a thoughtful addition to railroad displays, home gatherings, or a collection devoted to historic railway identities.
Norfolk and Western Railway, commonly called the N&W, grew from a network of more than 200 railroad mergers between 1838 and 1982. Its earliest predecessor was the City Point Railroad, formed in Virginia in 1838. In 1870, the Norfolk and Petersburg, South Side, and Virginia and Tennessee railroads combined as the Atlantic, Mississippi and Ohio Railroad. Reorganized and renamed Norfolk and Western in 1881, the company established its long-running headquarters in Roanoke, Virginia, and developed a major coal-hauling network. It built its own steam locomotives and hopper cars at the Roanoke Shops. In December 1959, it merged with longtime rival Virginian Railway. By 1970, mergers that included the Nickel Plate Road and Wabash had expanded its system across a broad area of the eastern and central United States. In 1980, N&W joined Southern Railway operations under the Norfolk Southern Corporation holding company. Southern Railway was renamed Norfolk Southern Railway in 1982, and N&W came under its control. In 1986, the two railroads merged to form today's Norfolk Southern Railway.
Celebrate Norfolk and Western Railway history with a pint glass inspired by a railroad shaped by generations of mergers and regional growth. From its 1838 predecessor to its Roanoke headquarters and coal-hauling network, the N&W left a strong mark on American railroading. Its Roanoke-built steam locomotives and 1959 merger with Virginian Railway remain memorable chapters for collectors. This glass makes a thoughtful addition to railroad displays, home gatherings, or a collection devoted to historic railway identities.
Norfolk and Western Railway, commonly called the N&W, grew from a network of more than 200 railroad mergers between 1838 and 1982. Its earliest predecessor was the City Point Railroad, formed in Virginia in 1838. In 1870, the Norfolk and Petersburg, South Side, and Virginia and Tennessee railroads combined as the Atlantic, Mississippi and Ohio Railroad. Reorganized and renamed Norfolk and Western in 1881, the company established its long-running headquarters in Roanoke, Virginia, and developed a major coal-hauling network. It built its own steam locomotives and hopper cars at the Roanoke Shops. In December 1959, it merged with longtime rival Virginian Railway. By 1970, mergers that included the Nickel Plate Road and Wabash had expanded its system across a broad area of the eastern and central United States. In 1980, N&W joined Southern Railway operations under the Norfolk Southern Corporation holding company. Southern Railway was renamed Norfolk Southern Railway in 1982, and N&W came under its control. In 1986, the two railroads merged to form today's Norfolk Southern Railway.
A sturdy 16oz pint glass that brings a little roadhouse spirit to everyday pours. The clear tempered glass showcases whatever you fill it with — amber beer, cold brew, or fresh juice — while a bold vintage-inspired script wraps the side for a subtle, nostalgic touch. It feels solid in the hand, resists everyday wear, and pairs easily with bar carts, kitchen counters, or a laid-back backyard table. Wash gently by hand to keep the lettering sharp and the glass crystal-clear. Built from tempered materials and assembled in the USA, this glass fits into evenings spent swapping stories, weekend morning routines, or those slow, quiet moments when a simple drink matters.
Product features
- 16 oz (0.473 L) capacity
- Tempered, durable glass construction
- BPA-free material
- Hand wash only to preserve finish
- Assembled in the USA from globally sourced parts
Care instructions
- Hand wash only
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Product information: Generic brand, two year warranty in the EU and Northern Ireland
Care instructions: Hand wash only