This is a vintage bookend made by J.D. True in 1898, designed to resemble a section of railway track from the White Pass Yukon Route in Alaska. Crafted using metal, specifically steel and iron, this bookend is a unique piece of railroadiana hardware. The intricate design and historical significance make them a desirable collectible for train enthusiasts and collectors of transportation memorabilia. Signed: Made in Skagway, Alaska by JD True WP & YRRR 1898. Lake Bennett to Whitehorse. First rail from England 45lb.