There are two complete sets of 3. Selling each set individually.
In 1969, the McCormick Distilling Company commissioned these special ceramic decanters to celebrate the 100th anniversary of that historic event. * The Design: Legendary bottle designer B. Harness sculpted the molds. * The Pottery: The ceramic bodies were manufactured by McCoy Pottery (and later finished under the Mount Clemens name), known for their distinct, heavy kitchenware and collectibles. * The Liquor: When originally sold at retail, each separate train car functioned as an individual bottle filled with McCormick Straight Bourbon Whiskey (4/5 Quart, 86 Proof).
The Real-World Inspiration The specific cars sitting on your desk are modeled directly after the real-world equipment present at the 1869 meeting: * The Jupiter Locomotive: The red and black engine represents the Central Pacific Railroad's "Jupiter" steam locomotive, which carried Leland Stanford to the golden spike site. * The Tender Car: The middle red car marked "C.P.R.R. JUPITER" replicates the coal and water tender that fueled the engine. * The Passenger/Mail Car: The yellow car replicates the Central Pacific coach cars that trailed behind the engine across the western United States.
If you are curious about the mechanics of these pieces, let me know if you would like help locating the hidden pour spouts or identifying the original manufacturing stamps on the bottom.
