Protection: Railroad spikes are thought to ward off negative energy, evil spirits, and bad luck. They're often placed in the corners of a room or near entrances to shield the space from harm. 
 
Grounding: The iron in railroad spikes is said to connect us to the Earth's energy, promoting balance, stability, and clarity. They're used in meditation, rituals, or placed near altars to ground and center the energy. 
 
Banishing: Railroad spikes are believed to help remove negative entities, energies, or influences from a space or person. They re used in banishing rituals to cleanse and purify the environment. With years of labor and toil all around them, they possess a potent energy that can be used as a focus for spells and rituals seeking aid in endurance to see your task through