#5039 • Group of Union Pacific Railroad China - Desert Flower and The Challenger

Part of May 2026 Premier Railroadiana - Day 1 (live auction by Rail & Road Auctions)

High bid $45.00

Status: Sold

Eighteen pieces of dining car china for the Union Pacific Railroad. Includes four pieces in the Desert Flower pattern by Syracuse, all bottom stamped Union Pacific RR. A pair of 3" tall double egg cups dated MM-7. A 4" diameter bouillon cup dated 95-B showing mild use and discoloration along the rim. An 8" oval platter dated 95-E showing no use. Fourteen pieces in The Challenger pattern by Syracuse or Shenango including two 9 1/2" dinner plates, two 5 1/4" saucers, three 6 1/2" bowls, two 4 3/4" bowls (light storage wear and leftover adhesive marks), a 5 1/8" bowl, and a 2 7/8" tall cup (mild wear), all top marked. Unmarked 5" bowl and two 3" butter pats. No chips, cracks, or breaks. See photos for best description.