Historical information

The nails and spikes in this collection represent various historical periods and construction techniques, including:
Hand-forged nails, possibly dating from the 19th or early 20th century.
Machine-cut nails, which became more common in the late 19th century.
Railroad spikes, often used for securing rails to wooden sleepers.
Automotive fasteners, which may have been used in vehicle manufacturing or repair.
Such a collection is valuable for historical research, museum exhibits, or preservation studies to illustrate how nail-making technology evolved.

Physical description

A mounted collection of various nails, spikes, and bolts, displayed on a wooden board.
The left side features numerous small nails, some hand-forged, arranged in an upright position.
The right side contains larger nails and spikes, including railroad spikes, hand-made nails, and automotive fasteners.

Inscriptions & markings

The board includes handwritten labels, which appear to describe the nails and spikes:
"NAILS 100 & 50 years old removed from …” (text partially obscured)
"HAND MADE NAILS"
"AUTOMOTIVE NAILS"
Other potential details about their origin.