Help identify engraved vintage T rail

[Brianj1956]

Hey Guys,
I just inherited a vintage/antique T rail with inscription and don't know what it is and can't find any info on it. I will try to explain what it is and try to post photo's later. The item is a 1/2 inch piece of railroad iron/rail that has been engraved/stamped. The engraving on the rail is:

On the top is:

75th Section

UNION PACIFIC

Aug. 30th 1907



On the bottom is:

FIRST RAIL

ROLLED AT SAUCON PLANT

BETHLEHEM STEEL CO

Was this type of presentation rail common? Why was it done? What does it signify?

thanks in advance:
Brian

 

[LoganTrackdog]

For sale?

 

[Brianj1956]

For Sale?

yes I amy consider selling the item but not until I find out about it.

Respectfully
Brian