1

G.N & L & N.W. Jt C/I Bridgeplate No 33A. Normal, oval shape of LNWR pattern, unusually with full stops between company initials. A very rare bridgeplate, the line being extremely short from Market Harborough to Bottesford and Saxondale via Melton Mowbray.

2

Single Line Train Staff with brass plates CYMMER CORRWG - GLYNCORRWG. Measures 23" in length with integral teeth on the shaft. Ex South Wales Mineral Railway section of the once complex railway system around Cymmer. Ex box condition, similar to the one in the last auction.

3

GWR pre-grouping Pocket Watch manufactured by Rotherhams, London. Nicely engraved on rear 'GWR 1698'. Slight dent on rear case doesn't detract, the enamel dial is perfect. In full working order.

4

London & South Western Railway wooden handled brass Station Hand Bell with company initials L&SWR nicely hand engraved on the bell. Stands 17” tall with a bowl diameter of 7½” a rare item.

5

Early style Fletcher's L&NWR double line Block Instrument with cast iron feet as opposed to the later turned brass feet. Stamped on the side 'L&NWR TELE.DEPT STOCKPORT No 816". Much rarer than the later version.

6

Shedplate 85F Bromsgrove from February 1958 until January 1961. Face only restored. A rare shedplate for sure.

7

GWR Ships Flag. Somewhat ragged at the edge and well worn but a remarkable survivor, probably used on one of the Fishguard to Rosslare Ships.

8

Smokebox Numberplate 6678. Ex GWR 0-6-0PT built Swindon in September 1928. Allocated to Stourbridge Junction throughout. Withdrawn November 1964 and cut up at Cashmore's, Great Bridge in March 1965. Piece missing bottom left and is also cracked, but, it has survived.

9

GWR brass Signal Box Lever Plate '99 To Cheddar Branch Facing - To Goods Loop' believed to be ex Yatton West Signal Box. A delightful item of considerable scarcity, retains the boss on rear for fixing to the appropriate lever.

10

BR(W) Totem KENSINGTON OLYMPIA, F/F with the word 'Olympia' in lower panel. Ex West London Extension Railway ( (GWR/LNWR Joint) station opened in June 1862 originally named  Addison Road before renaming in December 1946. Extremely good condition.

11

GWR wooden sign with C/I letters 'NOTICE TO TRACTION ENGINE DRIVERS - WHEELS OF TRACTION ENGINES NOT TO APPROACH WITHIN 6 FEET OF OUTER EDGE OF WHARFE WALL COPING'.  Original chocolate and cream paintwork, 19" x 30¾".

12

GWR Jigsaw Henley Bridge complete with box. Made up on card to show completeness. Comes with original Literature Of Locomotion brochure, the Chad Valley Packing Slip and Map of The GWR System in wallet. The box is in fair condition.

13

British Transport Enamel 40/- Trespass Sign, black lettering on a white ground 12" x 15". Corner chipping around the bolt-holes, not affecting the lettering. Together with BR(W) enamel Sign 'Conditions On Which Tickets are Issued....'. Good overall condition. Finally, a British Railways enamel Sign 'Danger Don't Touch Conductor Rails'. Good condition, some damage around the bolt holes. (3 items)

14

Wagon Plate 'Return Empty To Evesham LMR'. Rectangular cast iron, measures 6¾" x 19¾" approximately.

15

Midland Railway mahogany Door with a large, etched glass panel at the top and a carved, company monogram in the lower third. Measures 77" x 23½" x 1¾", painted white.

16

Slate and Glass Guinness's Stout with an enamel centre-piece depicting the famous Guinness Label in beige with black lettering. Measures 20" x 11" and is in excellent condition. A nice item indeed.

17

Severn & Wye Railway cloth Armband 'S & W JOINT PILOTMAN'. No straps but certainly a rare survivor.

18

L&YR Signal Box Block Instrument, double dial variety. A nice example with plungers and dial all in good condition and brass plated above top dial FAST and Traffolite plate above bottom dial BULLFIELD EAST. Possibly from Blackburn Signal Box. In excellent ex box condition.

19

Great Western Railway enamel Notice 'Steam Rollers, Traction Engines and Motor Lorries Cart Weighbridge Restriction. Some damage around the bolt holes.

20

Single Line steel Key Token with brass plate affixed to end PENRITH No 1 - BLENCOW. Ex CKPR section introduced in June 1938 when Redhills Junction signal box closed. It lasted until December 1967 when electric token working between Penrith and Keswick was completed.

21

A pair of Signal Box Level Crossing Wicket Gate Control Levers, complete with oval brass Lever Plates 'Up Wicket' and 'Down Wicket'. Ex Oldbury & Langley Green West Signal Box, situated between Rowsley and Smethwick in the Midlands.

22

GWR C/I Cabside Numberplate 3661. Ex GWR 0-6-0PT, built Swindon February 1940 and allocated new to Danygraig. Moved to Llanelly  and finally to Pontypool Road from where withdrawal took place in April 1965. Totally ex loco condition with lots of original paint remaining.

23

A  6" x 4" sepia photograph of Gresley prototype O2 class 2-8-0 locomotive Great Northern Railway number 461 mounted on its original card frame. The bottom frame border is actually signed by Gresley himself and dated by him 'Christmas 1918'. He is in the photograph, complete with obligatory bowler hat, standing next to the loco. Also written by Gresley, the back is annotated '1917 For Haulage of Heavy coal trains, 80 coal wagons and 1300 tons (3 cylinder)' 67 locos were eventually built in various guises, sadly none survived into preservation. A wonderful memento of this fine class of loco.

24

British Transport Commission C/I oval Registration Plate 2728 dated 1958 together with a BR(M) C/I oval Track Circuit Plate No 1017; an LMS 'D' type Wagon Plate 22 Tons No 492672 and a small Gas Siphon C/I Plate.

25

Midland Railway Signal Box Rotary Block Instrument. An extremely fine example with the brass plate backing the front handle, enamel dial and front push-buttons, and in excellent ex box condition.

26

Worksplate Hudswell Clarke & Co Ltd Railway Foundry Leeds No D757  1952. Oval brass 13" x 8¼" approx. Ex Port of Bristol Authority 0-6-0D To traffic in September 1952 numbered D3004 and named GLASTONBURY. Later to Tremorfa Works Cardiff as number 379. The plate is totally unrestored.

27

Signal Box Diagrams, qty 10 from the Cumbrian Coast line, all coloured to include Sellafield; Corkicle; Carlisle No 12; Maryport Level Crossing (x2); Culgaith; Bootle and St Bees (x3). Varying condition, some are torn and require repair, others very good.

28

Midland Railway brass Lever Plates, qty 3 all ex Denton Holme Goods Signal Box. The sides that were in use in the box have nondescript legends but the other sides are quite significant being 'GOODS DISTANT FROM WATH ROAD';  'HOME FROM ROTHERHAM'; 'PASSENGER DISTANT FROM LEEDS'.

29

Great Northern and London & North Western Joint Lines C/I 40/- Gate Notice. An extremely rare sign, the line being extremely short from Market Harborough to Bottesford and Saxondale via Melton Mowbray.

30

BR(S) Totem SWANSCOMBE HALT, F/F. Ex SE&CR station between Dartford and Gravesend opened in November 1908. The 'Halt' suffix was abolished in May 1969 when the station became simply Swanscombe. Extremely good condition throughout.

31

Lancashire & Yorkshire C/I Wagon Registration Plate complete with both lugs. Registered 1907 To Carry 10 Tons No 22855. Face only restored.

32

Carriage Print 'Dereham, Norfolk' by Fletcher Watson, from the LNER Series. In an original style glazed frame. A rare print indeed. In very good condition.

33

Great Northern Railway engraved Worksplate No 1343 Doncaster 1912. Ex 0-4-2T N1 Class Locomotive. Introduced in June 1912 to work London suburban trains having been fitted with condensing gear. This was removed in 1942 when it was transferred to the West Riding area. Became BR number 69478 in 1949 and survived until December 1956. A lovely plate having the rear stamped 4598 and also deeply scratched with the original number 1598.

34

Original oil on canvas Painting 'Osprey leaving Leeds Central' by Joe Townend, Guild of Railway Artists. An evocative image of 60131 OSPREY lifting a rake of maroon coaches from the station. Unframed measuring 30" x 24".

35

GWR C/I raised border Doorplate TELEGRAPH LINEMAN'S HUT. Original condition.

36

Shedplate 55D Royston until September 1971. Restored but clear traces of bolt attachment around both holes.

37

North Staffordshire Railway Acme Thunderer Whistle with the company name and 'N.S.R' engraved into the lip. Complete with waist-coat type chain. Excellent working condition.

38

Midland Railway Police Officer James Gates papers and notebooks with paper cuttings of railway crimes etc. An interesting insight into this particular policeman's life as an officer of the MR. Hand written notebooks and scrapbook of villains along with official MR Police Department and other papers make most interesting reading. One book is an alphabetical record of villains names, offences, sentences and other notes. Another book has newspaper cuttings of railway offences, noted - theft of tools from the MR shed Saltley - theft of a bottle of Bovril from Lawley St Goods Station. The dates indicate turn of the century up to the 1920's, much action in Birmingham and Sheffield. This is fascinating material for both the railway collector and the criminologist alike.

39

L&NWR Sign OLDBURY SHUNT FRAME wood with cast iron letters measuring 35" x 12", original maroon paint still evident. The shunt frame controlled the Gulf Oil Company Albion Sidings between Birmingham New Street to Wolverhampton.

40

Photographs, BR era b/w, a huge collection of the Preservation scene around the UK. A rough estimate of 3000 - 4000. Mostly large format prints and many of exceptional quality. Must be viewed to appreciate. (These are to be removed on the auction day)

41

Photographs, BR era b/w, a huge collection of predominantly BR(M) but also BR(E), BR(W), BR(S), a small selection of Industrial and some Architecture/Stations. Mostly large format, many captioned. A rough estimate 2000 - 3000, quality varies but the majority are extremely good. (These are to be removed on the auction day)

42

Photographs, BR era b/w, a huge collection of modern traction, the majority are Class 50's but there is a box of Class 37's and a few of HST's/DMU's. Mostly large format, many captioned. A rough estimate 500 - 600, quality varies but the majority are extremely good. (These are to be removed on the auction day)

43

Photographs, approximately 2500 to include c150 pre 1968 steam various format; c1000+ A3 & A4 size UK preservation; c850 A3 & A4 size Foreign steam; c400 A4 size BR Diesel all era's. These predominantly good quality prints from the estate of the well known photographer Colin Whitfield. (These are to be removed on auction day)

44

A superb, substantial collection of black & white Modern Traction Prints in mostly large format, c1600. All appear to have full details on reverse and are segregated into classes, exceptional quality throughout. (These are to be removed on auction day)

45

Brass Loco Whistle measuring 16¼" long and 7¼" diameter. Stamped on the boss 'WD 1944 AUS 8F 90634'. This loco was built at the Vulcan Foundry in 1944 and numbered 8637, then 78637 by the WD. Resided at Colwick after the war and was cut up at Arnott Young, Bilston in April 1963.

46

South Eastern & Chatham Railway brass oval Worksplate with company initials 'SE&CR Constructed At Ashford Works' cast within. It is understood that most SECR Locos built at Ashford were fitted with this type of plate. Face polished, rear ex loco.

47

BR(M) enamel station Facia Board KEGWORTH STATION, 102" x 12" with a plain white 'totem' either end. Ex Midland Counties Railway station between Loughborough and Long Eaton. Opened in 1840, it closed in 1968. Extremely good condition.

48

Shropshire Union Canal Company C/I Notice 'Cycling On The Company's Towing Path Is Strictly Prohibited etc. Face restored, white lettering on blue ground. An extremely rare, grade 1 sign, previously un-recorded.

49

Midland Railway brass Lever Plates, qty 2 both ex Denton Holme Goods Signal Box. The sides that were in use in the box have nondescript legends but the other sides are quite significant being  'GOODS HOME FROM BIRMINGHAM TO SHOBNALL' and 'BEDFORD'.

50

BR(M) Totem LOUGHBOROUGH MIDLAND, H/F two lines. Ex Midland railway station on the main St Pancras to Nottingham route in Leicestershire. Good colour and shine, minor chipping here and there.

51

South Devon Railway C/I, circular Milepost Marker '½' measuring 12" in diameter. A very rare marker in ex trackside condition.

52

Cardiff Railway enamel Sign 'Smoking In Or About This Warehouse Is Prohibited - by Order T.N. Rosser  Dockmaster. There are 9 further lines of text besides the heading and it is signed again at the bottom C.S. Denniss General Manager, Cardiff Railway Company, Bute Docks, Cardiff. Red lettering on white ground, the sign is in exceptional condition with no face chips to speak of just very minor bolt-hole chips and slight loss to middle right bolt hole. Certainly in better condition than the one sold in the last auction.

53

A GWR mahogany 'balloon' back Chair, branded with company initials beneath. Together with a similar but not railway marked, to make up an attractive pair of chairs

54

Horizontal Pump measuring 23½" in length and having a brass makers plate attached on the pistons 'J. Hickey & Sons Ltd. Boiler Maker, Richmond, London, number 519767'. This was a company of boilermakers that started business in 1881. The cylinder at the other end has a casing embossed 'Worthington USA'. These were evidentally used to feed Lancashire Boilers.

55

Smiths 0 - 100 mph Speedometer as fitted to Bulleid Pacifics.Alloy case retaining the 2 pin plug on rear. Original makers plate shows manufacture date as 3/60. Untested but the needle is free to move so may well still be functional. Reputedly originated from Cashmores and the large format b/w print accompanying is of 34006 BUDE although we are unable to confirm that this was the actual loco of origin.

56

Shedplate 34G Finsbury Park from 1960 until May 1973. Face only restored.

57

GWR brass Cabside Numberplate 9020. Ex 4-4-0 'Dukedog' Class locomotive, built Swindon in November 1938 as number 3220, from the frame of 3414 and the boiler of 3279. Allocated to Oswestry, it moved to Machynlleth to work the ex Cambrian lines. Withdrawn from there in July 1957 and cut up at Swindon. Ex loco condition, the back is clearly marked 'Machynlleth'.

58

London Chatham & Dover Railway Guards Pocket Watch. Engraved on rear of the case L.C.D.R. GOODS 2125. The American Waltham watch company movement number 5385918 is in working condition, and the enamel dial is free from chips. A very scarce Watch.

59

Worksplate Great Central Ry Builders Gorton Works 1918 Manchester. Oval brass 10⅝" x 6¾", face cleaned of paint, rear original. Probably ex LNER Class 05 locomotive.

60

Great Northern Railway 12" oak cased fusee Clock by Stockall Marples & Co Ltd of London.  The cleaned and overhauled fusee movement is in excellent working order and the oak case is retains its original finish now just lightly waxed. The dial has been repainted post 1948 and now reads B.R.(E) 9615, but clearly visible in Ghosted writing is G.N.R. 1043 Stockall Marples & Co Ltd London EC, the original GNR number 1043 is also stamped on the front plate of the movement and the top of the spring barrel. The LNER  clock records show that this clock was in use at Eastville Station signal box, Eastville was a former Great Northern station between Boston and Firsby. Rare to see a nice pre grouping GNR clock in this condition and In full working order complete with pendulum and key.

61

GWR brass Lever Plate of significant length and content. It is actually 16½" long and has the following:- 36 - Disc For No 35 - 27, 28,31, 33, 34, 35, 62 - OR 27 -30 - 22 - 31 - 33 - 34 - 35 - 64 -OR 31 - 33 - 34 - 35 - 68. Known to have originated from Frome South Signal Box as confirmed by the Railway Signalling Society.

62

GWR Wooden double sided platform indicator board 45¼" x 7¾"  ALL STATIONS TO STRATFORD-ON-AVON.  Ex Birmingham Snow Hill or Moor Street. In excellent condition both sides.

63

British Railways Western Region Annetts Key Release Instrument. Heavy cast iron, tombstone shaped construction with steel cover. No lock so open for inspection, looks to be in working order. Original grey paint with original instruction sticker at base.

64

Platform Tickets, qty 130 card and paper displayed in clear album pages. All are either Southern Railway or BR(S), mostly south coast.

65

Tickets, an album of approximately 260, mostly wholes, Southern Railway and BR(S) with a small amount of pre-grouping southern area.

66

Tickets, an album of approximately 230, mostly wholes, LB&SCR, L&SWR, Southern Railway and BR(S).

67

Station Hotel Wick epns Cruet Set of Cream Jug and Sugar Shaker. A wonderful item standing a full 8¼" tall with a 5" cream jug and 4¾" shaker. The Stand is clearly marked beneath 'Station Hotel Wick' within a garter, the two other items are marked such on the sides. The shaker and stand are marked beneath 'RR Sheffield'.

68

Worksplate Henschel & Sohn Kassel 28703 dated 1953. Ex South African Railways GMA class Beyer Garratt 4-8-2 + 2-8-4 number 4074. Measures 5¾” x 11½” face restored.

69

Carriage Print 'Barnard Castle Co Durham' by John C. Moody from the LNER Series. In an original style glazed frame. An uncommon print. In very good condition.

70

BR(S) Totem YEOVIL PEN MILL, H/F. Ex GWR station between Castle Cary and Weymouth, opened in 1854 and taken over by BR(S) in the 1950's, hence the green totem. Extremely good condition with only very minor edge touching-in.

71

Poster 'Sunny Rhyl for a Healthy Happy Holiday' by Leonard, D/R size (25" x 40") dates from 1961. Depicts a vibrant beach scene with bathing belle and a donkey in the foreground and children building sand castles behind. Published by BR London Midland Region and printed by Jordison & Co. Excellent condition, mounted on linen.

72

GWR Poster 'Inland & Marine Spas" by Harry Whincap, D/R size (25" x 40"). Depicts 12 small colour views of locations on the GWR system such as Cheltenham Spa, Malvern, Droitwich, Leamington, Builth Wells, Llandrindon Wells etc. The poster isn't dated but the booklet to which it pertains, was issued in 1923 and reprinted in 1924. Slight creasing top left corner and a small, closed tear on 'Llandrindod Wells', otherwise in excellent condition.

73

SR Poster 'Children's Own' by Elizabeth Skottowe Q/R size (50" x 40") mounted on linen dates from 1947. A most wondrous poster of considerable scarcity, indeed believed to be the only known example outside of the NRM. Depicts a variety of activities and entertainments aimed at children, such as pantomimes, magic & mystery, exhibitions, waxworks, circuses and plays. The colourful pictures surrounding the central text include Beefeaters at the Tower of London, waxworks, scenes from the theatre and animals. Some minor damage and fold creases despite being mounted on linen.

74

LNER & LMS Joint Poster 'Eastern Scotland - Royal Deeside' by Frank Newbould, Q/R size (50" x 40") dates from 1935.  A pure scenic view of the dramatic Scottish countryside with the River Dee meandering through the forest and a small village in the foothill of the mountains. Printed by Haycock Press. Very good condition, minor edge crinkles and folds.

75

LNER & LMS Joint Poster 'Glencoe - Scotland For Holidays' by Norman Wilkinson, Q/R size (50" x 40") dates from mid 1930s. A dramatic view of the Pass with a small herd of Highland Cattle in the foreground. Printed by McCorquodale. Extremely good condition with minor edge crinkling and folds.

76

Poster 'Norfolk - Kings Lynn Custom House' by Frank Mason, D/R size (25" x 40"). A typical, vibrant scene of sailing trawlers and small fishing boats in the river adjacent to the famous Custom House landmark. Published by British Railways Eastern Region in the early 1950's, printed by Stafford & Co. Folds and some edge crinkling/tears but very good overall.

77

London Underground Poster 'Everybody's Underground - Part 3 The Rolling Stock', by Aubrey Hammond, Q/R size (50" x 40"). This is the third of a set of three (we sold Part 1 and Part 2 in the previous auction) of superb posters designed to produce a cut out model railway and were issued as a set of 3. Printed by Litho J Weiner Ltd London. Folds and minor tears/crinkling and one larger tear centre top otherwise extremely good and very scarce as most would have been cut up by children.

78

LMS Poster 'North West England' by Freda Marston, Q/R size (50" x 40") dates from 1925. A stunning view of the Buttermere Valley, with Crummock Water in the foreground and Honister Crag in the centre beyond Buttermere. Excellent condition, very minor edge scuffs and folds.

79

British Railways Poster 'Clapham Junction' by Terence Cuneo, Q/R size (50" x 40") dates from 1962. Classic view of this world famous junction with a plethora of steam across the panoramic scene. Printed by Waterlow & Sons Ltd London & Dunstable. This version has the text beneath. Excellent condition with folds.

80

LMS Poster  'The Houses of Parliament - London by LMS', by Norman Wilkinson, LMS Q/R size (50" x 40"). A wonderful dusk time silhouette of the Palace of Westminster, Big Ben and the River Thames. Printed in Great Britain by Staffords Netherfield. Folds, otherwise excellent.

81

LMS Poster 'The Day Begins - 1946' by Terence Cuneo, Q/R size (50" x 40"). A wonderful image of Princess Coronation Class locomotive 'City Of Hereford' being prepared on the turntable the top LMS London shed, Willesden. A vibrant poster in extremely good condition.

82

LMS D/R Poster THE NEW FLEETWOOD - TRAVEL IN COMFORT BY LMS. A stunning 1935 view of the Fleetwood pier and coastline by George Ayling. Printed in Great Britain by S.C.Allen of London and LMS ERO No 53350. In excellent condition with some minor folds.

83

Poster,' LMS In Perspective No 2 The Permanent Way', LMS Q/R size (50" x 40"). Shows a full sized image of a major junction with a numbered key and separate key index in the left-hand bottom corner. Printed by Chromoworks Ltd London. Folds with one minor edge tear otherwise excellent.

84

Poster, 'LMS In Perspective No 3 The Footplate - 4-6-2 Coronation Class Locomotive - How the Driver starts the engine - How the Driver stops the engine', Q/R size( 50" x 40"), ERO 53351. Shows cab view of a Duchess and labels to show operation. Printed by Chromoworks London. Folds and slight edge crinkling otherwise excellent.

85

Poster,' LMS In Perspective No 4 The Track', LMS Q/R size (50" x 40"). Shows a main image of a 4 track straight disappearing into the distance with annotated labels describing how the track is made up. Printed by Chromoworks Ltd London. Folds with minor tears and edge crinkling otherwise extremely good.

86

Poster, 'LMS In Perspective No 5 The Locomotive - Express Passenger Locomotive 4-6-2 Coronation Class', Q/R size (50" x 40"), ERO 53351. One half of the image is of 6231 Duchess of A Atholl the other half  is a cutaway diagram showing pistons, boiler tubes and steam pipes. Printed in Britain by Chromoworks London. Folds and a 4" clean tear centre right otherwise excellent.

87

BR(S) dark green enamel notice 'Please Show Tickets' measuring 16" x 10". A vibrant sign in virtually mint condition.

88

Bus & Coach Enamel Advertising Sign 'Associated Motorways - Booking Office'. Green and orange ground with black lettering, 35" x 17", shows a map of the system in the top ¾ and an early, half-cab coach at the bottom.

89

Great North of Scotland Railway Silver Pass, 25mm diameter with top ring. The face has the company name in full around the periphery and the shield coat of arms in the centre. Obverse is most interesting having the central number '619' engraved and the holder's name 'J. Ballantyne - Cal Rly' above. Quite superb to have two Scottish Railway Companies on the same Pass. Excellent condition throughout.

90

BR(W) Totem BARRY ISLAND, F/F. Ex GWR station, opened in 1896 to provide a link from Barry station to the holiday destination of Barry Island. Extremely good condition with good colour and shine, just a few minor defects from being in use.

91

London & South Western Railway Guards Pocket Watch. Engraved on the rear of the case L&S.W.R. 25. The American Waltham watch company movement number 2273520 is in working condition, and the enamel dial is free from chips. A rare watch in this condition.

92

Worksplate R.W. Hawthorn Leslie & Co Newcastle-on-Tyne number 3951 dated 1938. Ex 0-6-0PT supplied new to the Consett Iron Works, loaned to Derwenthaugh for a period and returned to Consett where it was scrapped in June 1960. Ex loco condition.

93

Early C/I Roadside Finger Post 'Wolverhampton 5' complete with original ball finial. Originated from one of the crossroads in Wombourn, which was, of course, 5 miles from Wolverhampton. Unrestored, 40" in length.

94

South African Railways single language brass Cabside Numberplate 'South African Railways 2037 14CRM'. Ex SAR Class 14 4-6-4 Locomotive built by the Montreal Locomotive Company, works number 63076 in 1922. Measures 20½" x 14½" and is in ex loco condition.

95

Original Oil Painting 'The Beautiful South' by Robert Nixon, Guild of Railway Artists.  Oil on board  24" x 18", framed and glazed. Depicts a Southern Railway Class L number 1765 departing from Ramsgate.

96

Carriage Print 'Wymondham, Norfolk' by Leonard Squirrell, from the LNER Series. In an original style glazed frame. In very good condition.

97

GWR oval brass Lever Plates, a pair comprising 11 Up Main Detonators Off - On and 42 Down Main Detonators Off - On.

98

Shedplate 55C, Farnley Junction, Leeds until November 1966. Face may have been restored long ago.

99

London & North Eastern Railway Co, fully engraved brass Worksplate No 1597 Doncaster 1924. Ex GNR J23 0-4-0T built in May 1924 and numbered 3239. Renumbered 8938 in June 1956 and finally, under BR, no 68938 in August 1949. An Ardsley loco for its entire life, it was withdrawn in October 1959. Clean ex loco condition, the number 3239 is stamped on the rear rim and 8938 is stamped in the middle rear.

100

GWR brass Cabside Numberplate 5980, ex DINGLEY HALL. Built Swindon Works in September 1938. Allocations include Worcester, Severn Tunnel Junction, Westbury and finally Gloucester Horton Road. Withdrawn in September 1962 and cut up at Cashmore's Newport in April 1964. Face restored.

101

Caledonian 14 inch mahogany cased wall clock with glass door panel to show pendulum. The deadbeat movement with Harrisons maintaining power escapement, a wood rod seconds pendulum, brass cased cylindrical bob and engraved bone beat scale attached to back of trunk. It is in working condition complete with pendulum, weight and key. The hood slides forwards and the base is elegantly shaped. Removed from Coupar Angus Station, clocks of this type this type were also supplied to the Highland Rly by J&A Mcnab of Perth. A fine impressive clock in full working order standing an impressive 62" tall and 9½" deep. Note: Coupar Angus closed to passengers on the 4th September 1967.

102

Single Line aluminium Tyer’s No.6 Tablet GIRVAN - PINWHERRY No.2. As used on the section of the Glasgow & South Western Railway’s Stranraer line between Girvan and Pinwherry. The section initially was divided by an intermediate crossing loop and signalbox at Pinmore which was provided with switching out facilities. This square aluminium token is from the long section instruments which were used when Pinmore signalbox was switched out. Pinwherry signalbox was eliminated on 15 December 1991 when the token section became Girvan to Barrhill. The tablet is in good ex signalbox condition.

103

British Railways(M) double sided Station Sign KENDAL STATION, measuring 36" x 24". Has the British Railways totem above the lettering on both sides. Hanging bracket still in place, the whole sign in superb condition with deep colour and shine, just a few minor defects as expected from being in use outside the station. Kendal is situation on the Cumbrian branch line from Oxenholme on the West Coast Main Line, to Windermere in the beautiful Lake District.

104

GCR Bridgeplate No 250 together with an LMS Bridgeplate No 83 (missing edge) and a BR Bridgeplate (L&NWR style) No 32.

105

Millwall Extension Railway Single Line Train Staff and steel Ticket Box. The solid brass Staff is 10" in length and has the engraving 'SOUTH DOCK' one side and 'NORTH GREENWICH' opposite. The Ticket Box is opened by the Staff and this has 'SOUTH DOCK AND NORTH GREENWICH' painted in black with red shadow lettering. It measures 13¼" x 8¼" x 7¼" and is of significant weight. A most wonderful and rare item without doubt. Note: Opened on 18th December 1871 between a new junction on the London & Blackwall line named Millwall Junction, southwards to Millwall Docks with an intermediate station at South Dock. Extended to North Greenwich in 1872 making a total distance of 1 mile and 49 chains. Steam operation was via three 2-4-0 Saddle Tank Locos operated by the Millwall Dock Company. These were replaced in 1922 by ex GWR Rail Cars when the Port Of London Authority took over operation. The majority of passenger traffic was to Millwall Rovers football matches but when the club moved south of the river in 1910, decline set in. Passenger traffic ceased in 1926 and freight traffic in 1929. The line disappeared completely around 1936.

106

Shedplate 16J, Rowsley until March 1967.

107

Armstrong Whitworth brass Builders Plate No 1447 dated 1937. Ex LMS Stanier Class 5 Locomotive No 45392. Allocated to Carnforth and then became a much travelled loco appearing at Holyhead, Northampton, Edge Hill, Willesden, Crewe South, Banbury (in 1965), Colwick and finally Heaton Mersey from where withdrawal took place in May 1968. Two bolt holes damaged on removal otherwise ex loco condition.

108

South Devon Railway Police Truncheon. The railway ran between Exeter and Plymouth being Broad Gauge throughout. The Truncheon precedes 1876 when the railway amalgamated with the GWR. A scarce item, this one not being numbered. Good condition.

109

Platform Ticket Machine, cast iron construction standing a full 84" tall with a BR enamel plate measuring 30½" x 6½" fitted to the front. The enamel plate reads 'B.R Platform Tickets 1D - See Conditions On Ticket - To Be Given Up On Leaving The Platform'. There is a further enamel plate affixed to the flat above the 'Pull' handle 'Press Penny In Slot And Pull Handle To Full Extent'. There are 2 keys available which open the ticket chute and the coin box aperture but not the opening above the 'Pull' handle nor the side aperture. There is a hairline crack on the bottom front panel which doesn't detract. Last transported in two sections around 30 years ago, the base, containing only the coin box, looks to be fixed to the main body of the machine by four bolts and these may require freeing before dismantling. This would separate the machine into two parts, one being 33", the other 51" making it much more manageable. After 30 years of standing, it will require some work to get it operational but there is no reason to doubt that this is achievable. Note that this is being sold from the vendor's premises in the Blackburn area of Lancashire and the successful buyer will need to collect from there by mutual arrangement through us and the vendor.

110

Totem, BR(M) SHOTTON LOW LEVEL, H/F. Ex LNWR station between Chester and Rhyl, opened in 1907 and closed in 1966 only to re-open again 6 years later. A rare totem.

111

Canadian Pacific Silverplate collection, all by Mappin & Webb and all exquisitely engraved with company name, comprising:- " Hot water Jugs; Sugar Bowl with Tongs; Sauce Boat with Ladle; Small Milk Jug: Large Serving Salver. All in excellent condition throughout.

112

Original Oil Painting 'Waving at the Train' by Robert Nixon, Guild of Railway Artists.  Oil on board  24" x 18", framed depicting an evocative image of a Castle Class loco hauling a fine rake of through the countryside, observed by a couple of young boys.

113

GWR brass Loco Whistles, a matching pair of large and small, mounted on a shield style, wooden board..

114

British Railways Southern Region 8" mahogany cased Fusee Clock. Original dial painted 'BR(S) 11158'. Original records show this was purchased in 1951 from Grimshaw, Baxter & Elliott Ltd for £8.3.4d and shows that it was in use at Ashford Kent Medical Office and was deleted from service by Mr Coles on 6th Dec 1966. In working condition, complete with pendulum and key

115

Midland & Great Northern Railway Joint Railway C/I Trespass Notice.

116

GWR brass Shelfplate 'BORDESLEY SOUTH RELIEF LINE'. Ex signal box on the main Birmingham to Paddington route.

117

A pair of Midland Railway mahogany 'balloon' back Chairs, Both tastefully re-upholstered.

118

LNER 9" x 5" brass Worksplate 'London & North Eastern Railway 8175 Rebuilt Stratford Works 1909'. Ex LNER Class J16 built October 1901. Became 5525 then, under BR, 65525. Withdrawn April 1959. Ex loco condition.

119

 Shipping Pacific Steam Navigation Co silver plate Coffee Pot. Standing 12½" tall, this steamship item has the crest of a crown on cushion and title within a garter inscribed on not one, but both sides. Ornate handle extending almost the entire length of the side. The hinged lid has a large, flat finial style grip for opening. NOTE: The company was founded by William Wheelwright in London in 1838 and began its operations in 1840 when two steam ships 'Chile' and 'Peru' were commissioned to carry mail.

120

South African Railways dual language brass Cabside Numberplate 'South African Railways Suid Afrikaanse Spoorwee 4039 GEA'. Ex SAR Beyer Garratt 4-8-2 + 2-8-4 Locomotive built by Beyer Peacock in Manchester under works number 7016 in 1946. Measures 20¾" x 14½" and is in ex loco condition.

121

Live Steam 5" Gauge Model of GWR Prairie Tank No 5109. A nicely executed model that has been used as a working model. No boiler certificate and the grate, ashpan and brake cylinder have been taken off the loco but are present. Measures 41” in length.

122

Live Steam 5" Gauge Model of LNER Locomotive No 984 originally a Great Northern Railway Ivatt C2 'Klondyke' Atlantic 4-4-2. An attractive model, 38” long and Tender 24”, looks complete but no boiler certificate.

123

Live Steam 5" Gauge Model of 0-6-0 Tank Engine named RIVER ROACH. A nice little model, 30" in length, that appers pretty well complete but no boiler certificate.

124

Live Steam 5" Gauge Model of Southern Railway King Arthur Class Locomotive No 453 estimated to be about 90% built. This is a kit-build model, supplied by Modelworks International Ltd, largely assembled with all parts to complete. There is a complete set of documentation including parts list, assembly drawings, boiler certificate. Superheated copper boiler, silver-soldered throughout. Initial hydraulic test certificate to 160psi for 80 psi working pressure. Feed by twin injectors, axle pump and auxiliary hand pump. Twin cylinders with piston valves actuated by Walschaerts gear. Eight wheel bogie tender. Length of Locomotive 41 inches; Tender 29 inches.

125

Working Model of a 5" Gauge Hymek Locomotive D7000. No Battery but control box and 4 fitted traction motors indicate that this should be in working order but will need testing. Locomotive measures 49” long.

126

Live Steam Locomotive, 3¼" Gauge Model of L&NWR 4-4-0  'Precursor'  No.1419 TAMERLANE. Built by James Carson & Co of Birmingham around 1906. James Carson founded The Model Engineers Co-operative Society in Birmingham in 1904 and he took over the Society in 1905 later moving to Cricklewood and formed his own Company. The company was purchased by Bassett-Lowke in 1913 so this model probably pre-dates that although Carsons did make models for Bassett-Lowke for a while. The model has been re-painted at some time, is in good overall condition for age and displays well. Overall length is 23¼" and the Tender is 15½". NOTE:The full size loco was built at Crewe in March 1904 and was withdrawn in March 1936.

127

BR(M) F/F enamel Doorplate, 18" x 3"  GENTLEMEN.  In excellent condition with good colour, brilliant shine and a couple of expertly repaired small chips around two of the screw holes. Gentlemen doorplates for some reason are extremely scarce.

128

North London Railway Oak cased Bracket clock. The Oak case measures 11¾”  tall x 10” wide  and has a 5 inch silvered dial with LMS painted at the top. Fleur de lys style hands and a cast brass bezel, the rear door bears an original brass LMS numberplate 14122 and this is one of the numbers from the clocks originally supplied to the North London Railway. The good quality movement manufactured by Winterhalder & Hofmeier of Schwarzenbach Germany strikes the Hours and Halves on a gong and is in full working condition complete with pendulum and key. A rare clock and one of only a few striking railways clocks to appear at Auction.

129

Original Acrylic Painting of 60894 roaring through a country station on a night time freight train by Norman Elford, Guild of Railway Artists (1931 - 2007). An extremely evocative interpretation with this nigh scene captured to perfection. Tastefully framed and glazed measuring 24½" x 19".

130

BR(W) Totem WELLINGTON, H/F. Ex GWR station on the main route to the West Country between Taunton and Exeter, closed in October 1964. Excellent condition with deep colour and shine, just a couple of very minor, hardly noticeable spots of restoration.

131

Pullman brass Table Lamp, stamped Hercules. In 1951 the Golden Arrow saw the introduction of seven new cars, these are known as the Festival of Britain set. Hercules was destined for the LNER and work commenced on it 1938, but the outbreak of the Second World War brought a halt to construction work. On cessation of hostilities in 1945, the Pullman Car Company set about the restoration of services as soon as possible and in 1949 work finally re-commenced on the new cars at the Birmingham Railway Carriage & Wagon workshops at Smethwick. A rare lamp of a design seldom seen.

132

Rhymney Railway, fully titled C/I Bridge Restriction Notice with company name appearing twice. Face may have been restored long ago, back is certainly ex trackside with clear mounting marks. Slight loss to one corner just around the bolt hole.

133

South African Railways brass Bunker Plate 4001, measuring 7" x 4". Ex SAR class GEA 4-8-2 + 2-8-4 Beyer-Garratt locomotive 4001. Built under the authority of the Ministry of Works, the fifty locomotives of this type, built in the UK by Beyer Peacock, were delivered to South Africa immediately after WWII.

134

Carriage Print 30"x10", BRACKLEY, NORTHHAMPTONSHIRE from an original painting by Charles Knight from the Midland Region B series issued in 1952. This unframed print is in mint condition. An uncommon print in this condition.

135

Road Sign 'Level Crossing' with Gate symbol in top section, all reflective beads intact

136

Enamel Advertising Sign 'Nectar Tea', rare version with maroon lettering pink ground. Patent Enamel Company London at bottom. Measures 21" x 12½" and is in very good condition with just 3 x 10p size chips, 2 around the bolt holes, one on the edge.

137

Enamel Advertising Sign, 'Sunlight Soap £1000 Guarantee of Purity', 12" x 18". Some areas of restoration but displays very well and is certainly the rare 'upright' version.

138

Enamel Advertising Sign, 'Fry's Celebrated Chocolate' with the Lion & Unicorn top left and Queen Alexandra's COT top right, 24½" x 12". One small repair otherwise extremely good.

139

Enamel Advertising Sign, 'Agent For Lipton's Tea', 18" x 12", wall fixing style with right angled flange. White lettering with red shadow on a green ground. Excellent condition.

140

Enamel Advertising Sign, 'Lloyd's Tea - Pre-Eminent In Quality', 14" x 10", wall fixing style with right angled flange. White on blue with makers name bottom right 'Griffiths & Browett Ltd B'Ham'. Very good condition with just minor edge chipping..

141

Enamel Advertising Sign, 'It's Meat & Drink To You - Oxo Cube - Concentrated Beef', semi pictorial, 12 x 18½". Excellent condition.

142

Enamel Advertising Sign, 'Nestle's Swiss Milk Chocolate The Richest In Cream - Full Size 1d Packet', 6" x 13". Yellow, blue and red lettering on green ground. Excellent condition, believed to be from a vending machine.

143

Enamel Advertising Sign, 'Golden Shred - The World's Best Marmalade, 15" x 10". Yellow with black shadow on a red ground. Extremely good condition.

144

Enamel Advertising Sign, 'Cadbury's Cocoa Absolutely Pure Therefore Best', 19" x 12". Made by the Falkirk Iron Co, it has small areas of edge chips otherwise very good.

145

Enamel Advertising Sign, 'Ask Us For Rowntrees Elect Cocoa, 19" x 12". Minor edge chips otherwise extremely good.

146

Enamel Advertising Sign, 'Sunlight Soap', 15" x 7", scarce blue and white version with the Lion & Unicorn central top. Made by Chromo, Wolverhampton,  with a date mark of 11 96 (1896) Extremely good condition for age, just minor edge chips.

147

Enamel Advertising Sign, 'Bibby's Cream Equivalent - The Best Of All Calf Food' semi pictorial, 17½" x 11½". Extremely good condition.

148

Enamel Advertising Sign, 'Honesty Is The Best Policy - Lipton's Tea - Largest Sale In The World' Fingerplate measuring just  3" x 7", small loss right side otherwise very good.

149

Enamel Advertising Sign, 'Maggi's Cross Star Soups', black on yellow ground with a central 4 point star. Measures 16" x 13" with arched top. Some small repairs otherwise very good and certainly a rarity.

150

BR(S) Totem NEWHAVEN TOWN, F/F. Ex LBSCR station opened in 1847 when the line from Lewes to Newhaven commenced operation. Extremely good condition, minor restoration of the edges otherwise deep colour and shine with no face damage.

151

Poster, 'East Coast Havens, Lincolnshire, Motor Fishing Vessels at Boston' by Frank Mason, D/R size (25" x 40"), 1950's. A wonderful, vibrant scene with many fishing vessels moored in the river and plenty of buildings in the background including the famous Boston 'Stump'. Published by the Railway Executive Eastern Region, printed by Jordison & Co. Excellent condition.

152

Poster, 'East Coast Havens Norfolk, Sailing Trawlers Leaving Gorleston' by Frank Mason, D/R size (25" x 40"), 1950's. Wonderfully vibrant, so typical of Mason's mastery of colour. Published by the Railway Executive Eastern Region, printed by Haycock Press. Excellent condition.

153

Poster, 'Peterborough - The Cathedral & Deanery' by Kenneth Steele, D/R size (25" x 40"). A lovely view across the lawns and through the trees. Published by British Railways Eastern Region in 1950, printed by Fleming & Humphreys (Baylis) Ltd. Excellent condition.

154

Poster, 'Norwich The Cloisters' by Kenneth Steele, D/R size (25" x 40"). A fine, open view of this beautiful cathedral. This uncommon poster was published by the Railway Executive, printed by Stafford & Co. Excellent condition.

155

Poster, 'Ely Cathedral - Where Hereward The Wake Made His Last Stand' by Lance Cattermole, D/R size  (25" x 40"),  from 1959.  An artist impression of Hereward The Wake in full fighting regalia and the wonderful cathedral in the background. Published by the Railway Executive Eastern Region, printed by Waterlow & Co. Excellent condition.

156

Poster, Canadian Pacific Observation Car Service Through The Austrian Tyrol by Cyrus Cincinnati Cuneo (1879 - 1916, father of Terence Cuneo) D/R size (25" x 40"), dating from around 1910. A beautiful execution showing a woman looking through the carriage window across a stunning lake. Mounted on linen, this extremely rare poster is in very good condition.

157

Poster, 'Leicestershire' by John Francis Bee, D/R size (25" x 40"). Image through a barn door of young boy and farmer in a farm yard with the village church in the background. Published by the Railway Executive Eastern Region in 1950, printed by Jordison & Co. Excellent condition and of considerable rarity. This is the only poster from Leicestershire known so far.

158

GWR Poster, 'Buckfast Abbey Devon' by Claude Buckle, Q/R size (50" x 40"), circa 1935. Superb view of the Abbey with rolling Devon countryside behind and Dartmoor in the distance. Published Paddington Station London W2, printed by William Brown & Co London. Centre fold and minor edge creasing.

159

Poster, 'Aberystwyth - Where Holiday Fun Begins' by Harry Riley, BR D/R size (25" x 40"). Vibrant image of couple with small dog on the cliffs overlooking the town and bay. Published by BR Western Region in 1959, printed by Ernest J Day. Very minor edge tears otherwise extremely good.

160

Poster, 'Torquay In Glorious Devon' by G Bishop, D/R size (25" x 40"). Cliff top view of harbour, pavilion and town. Published by the Railway Executive in 1948, printed by Astral Arts. One two inch clean tear bottom right and very small corner loss in margin only.

161

Poster, 'Thornton Cleveleys - On the Lancashire Coast' by Geoff Sadler, D/R size (25" x 40"). Interesting image of children on the beach with seafront helter skelter and amusement arcades in view. Published by BR LM Region in the early 1960's, printed by R B Macmillan. In excellent condition.

162

Poster, 'The Enchanting River Dart - Travel by Rail to Totnes or Dartmouth thence by River Dart Company's Steamers' by Cecil King, D/R size (25" x 40"). Panoramic view of the River, with steamer and village in the foothills in the distance. Published by BR Western Region in 1961, printed by Charles and Read. Excellent condition with centre fold.

163

Poster, 'North Wales - Unsurpassed in the Variety of its Holidays Attractions' by Daphne Padden, D/R size (25" x 40"). View of the Lledr Valley near Betws-y-Coed with a green DMU appearing through the trees on the right-hand side. Published by BR LM Region in 1959, printed by R B Macmillan. Excellent condition.

164

Poster, 'Prestatyn Holiday Camp - For a real holiday', by John Kenney, D/R size (25" x 40"). Large image of Bathing Beauty towelling her hair with pool and pavilion behind. Published by BR LM Region in 1955, printed by Charles and Read. One small edge nick otherwise excellent.

165

Poster, 'Cardigan Bay Resorts - For glorious sea and country holidays' by Harry Riley, D/R size (25" x 40"). Depicts family of 4 (mum, dad, daughter and son) strolling in the foreground with a map of the whole of the bay and railway lines behind. Published by BR Western Region, printed by R B Macmillan. A view minor edge nicks otherwise excellent.

166

Poster, 'Teignmouth Is Devon' by Glenn Steward D/R size (25" x 40"). Depicts Bathing Beauty holding a beach ball that has a map showing the railway line between Exeter and Torquay with Teignmouth in the centre; also children paddling in the background, a passing ship and a red cliff beyond. Published by BR Western Region, printed by Jordison and Co. Some edge tears and centre fold otherwise very good.

167

Poster, 'Exeter Cathedral' by A Carr Linford, D/R size (25" x 40"). View of the frontage of the Cathedral with period cars parked and the general public in the foreground. Published by BR Western Region, printed by the Baynard Press. Excellent condition.

168

LNER Poster, 'Kelso on the Banks of the Tweed' by Tittensor, D/R size (25" x 40"). View of the Castle with the river bridge in the foreground. Published by the LNER 1941, printed by Jordison and Co. Minor edge tears otherwise extremely good.

169

Poster, 'Blackpool - and the pleasure's your - but be sure to go by train' by Greene, D/R size (25" x 40"). An uncommon poster with a central view of the Tower with 10 small pictures around the periphery showing all the activities that the resort has to offer. Published by BR London Midland Region in the mid 1050's, printed by Jordison & Co. Excellent condition.

170

Totem, BR(W) BATH SPA, H/F. Ex GWR station on the Paddington to Bristol Main Line. A rare totem only appearing once before at auction, in good condition with a good shine and a few expertly repaired face chips.

171

LMS Bottle of Royal Scot Whisky with original label showing the rampant lions in red either side of the wording and 'LMS' beneath within a scroll. The bottle is full retaining original cork and believed to be an absolute rarity, probably from around the 1930's. The whisky alone must be of significant value!

172

Brass Cabside Numberplate 9680. Ex 0-6-0PT built Swindon Works 30th April 1949 and allocated to Tyseley. By 1960 it was at St. Blazey and then moved to Worcester. Withdrawn from Gloucester Horton Road on 31st December 1965 and cut up at Cashmores in June 1966. Clean ex loco.

173

Lynton & Barnstaple Railway Opening Medallion, 38mm diameter and pewter type material. One side has 'Opening Of The Lynton & Barnstaple Railway 11th May 1898'. The obverse has the triple tower Castle with 'Barnstaple' beneath  and 'CER Chanter, Mayor' above.

174

GWR Wooden double sided platform indicator board 49" x 8"  ALL STATIONS TO LAPWORTH, EXCEPT BORDESLEY.  Ex Birmingham Snow Hill or Moor Street. In excellent condition both sides.

175

Midland Railway C/I 'Private Footpath Trespass' Sign.

176

South Eastern & Chatham Rly fully titled Enamel Notice 9½” x 8½” "In The Interests Of The Public Health, Passengers Are Earnestly Requested To Refrain From The Objectionable Habit Of Spitting". Black lettering on white ground, framed for display purposes and in excellent condition with just some expert restoration to the edge and top left hand corner, A rare SECR enamel.

177

Midland Railway Brass and Steel Annetts key, engraved SANDIACRE POINTS KEY. A Nottighamshire location near the Toton Depot. A rare and seldom seen Midland railway signalling item.

178

Original oil on canvas Painting 'Sun & Steam - 9F and Black 5 at Leeds' by Joe Townend, Guild of Railway Artists. An execution in Holbeck Roundhouse where the shafts of sunlight dances upon the grime and gloom. Tastefully mounted in a gilt frame, the canvas measures 40" x 32" and 44" x 36" including the frame.

179

London & North Western & GW Joint, (Shrewsbury & Hereford Railway) Permanent Way Thunderer Whistle by J, Hudson & Co Birmingham. A rare example engraved one side ''L&NW & GW' and 'P.WAY 220' on the other. Makers name is on the lip. Complete with a waist-coat style chain. Excellent working condition.

180

LNER Signalbox Board HORNSEY, 41.5" x 12". Normal style wooden board with the name painted on the face. Ex GNR location on the East Coast main line between Harringay and Wood Green.

181

Taff Vale Railway C/I Doorplate BOOKING OFFICE. Measures 19" x 3¼" and is in original chocolate and cream paintwork. A real rarity.

182

Tyers Signal Box Block Instrument, double dial one wire, three position. This type was used by a number of smaller companies, notably the Barry, North Staffs and Furness. It is most likely this is ex-Furness Railway.

183

SER Station Wall Lamp with original glass and Lamp Tablet 'LYDD'. The interior reservoir is present and is complete with globe and reflector. This particular lamp was under the bridge at the end of the station and is totally unrestored with original paint. Lydd opened in 1881 and became Lydd Town in 1937. The station closed to passenger traffic March 1967 and for freight in October 1971. The station buildings still exist but sadly are derelict. A most attractive, desirable Lamp of significance.

184

London Chatham & Dover Railway wooden handled Station Hand Bell nicely inscribed 'LC&DR' on the bell which is cast in. Stands 14” tall with a bowl diameter of 7”. A rare item indeed.

185

Pullman Car Wooden Plaque 'Car Perseus'. A 9” diameter mahogany wooden plaque with gold-leaf transfer showing the Pullman coat of arms and the car name. From the Parlour Car  built by Birmingham C&W in 1951.The 1951 vehicles formed the celebratory ‘’Festival of Britain Golden Arrow’’ luxury train set, which commenced on 11th June of that year. ‘’Perseus’’ remained a South Eastern Division vehicle for its entire career, although did perform a brief, but significant, role on the South Western Division: on 30th January 1965, it formed part of Sir Winston Churchill’s funeral train. This plaque was installed when the bulkhead clock it replaced was removed.

186

GWR enamel Lamp Tablet KINGTON, white lettering on black ground, approximately 17½" 3" and still attached to its original bracket. Ex Leominster & Kington Railway station opened in August 1857 between Leominster and New Radnor. The proposal was to extend to Aberystwyth but this never reached fruition. The line closed to passengers in 1955 and lasted until 1964 for freight. Extremely good condition with just the usual chipping around the periphery due to age and use.

187

Late 19th century Enamel Sign TO THE STATION, white lettering on deep blue ground with white border. Measures 29¾" x 5" and is in extremely good condition considering the age.

188

Early style Fletcher's L&NWR double line Block Instrument with cast iron feet as opposed to the later turned brass feet. Stamped on the side 'L&NWR TELE.DEPT STOCKPORT No 1157". Not quite sure what the attachment is on the side. Much rarer than the later version.

189

An LMS "Seahorse" pattern china Soup Bowl by Royal Cauldon, dating from 1933-35.  The LMS was keen on exclusive patterns of crockery for its flagship hotels, and chose the Seahorse pattern for the new Midland Hotel, Morecambe, to complement the Marion Dorn mosaic in the hotel's foyer, and the Eric Gill sculptures on the front.   BR sold the Midland in 1952 and transferred what remained of the crockery to its Kyle of Lochalsh Hotel.

190

Totem, BR(M) SAWLEY JUNCTION, F/F. Ex Midland Railway station between Derby and Trent and the junction for Long Eaton, opened in 1888 renamed Sawley Junction for Long Eaton in 1933 & Long Eaton in 1968. A rare totem, that has only appeared at auction twice before. In good condition with excellent colour and shine and a couple of small chip repairs.

191

Single Line steel Key Token EMBLETON - COCKERMOUTH STATION. Ex Cockermouth, Keswick and Penrith Railway which closed in 1966. This particular token, the last section after Bassenthwaite Lake,  is undoubtedly the scarcest on this line.

192

Road Sign 'Crossing No Gates' depicting an 0-6-0 Locomotive in the top segment and also the makers name 'GEOPI'.

193

GWR C/I Cabside Numberplate 9657. Ex GWR 0-6-0PT built Swindon 30/11/1946 and allocated to Shrewsbury where it remained until withdrawal on 30/04/1966. Cut up at Cashmore's, Great Bridge three months later. The plate is a little worse for wear having been broken in several places, has  some loss and an attempt at 'fixing' has been made. Regardless, it is a survivor.

194

BR(W) Carriage Board PADDINGTON - BARMOUTH - PORTMADOC - CRICCIETH. Yellow lettering on maroon ground, 107½” long, is slightly bowed and RH metal end missing

195

Great Western Railway C/I Sign from one of its larger Engine Sheds, 'Notice - All Engines Must Stop Before Going On This Turntable'. There is a crack from the bottom centre to the middle of the sign but this does not detract from such a gem.

196

Shedplate 51F, West Auckland until February 1965. Face only restored.

197

Carriage Print ' Kersey, Suffolk' by Horace Wright, from the LNER Series. In an original style glazed frame. In very good condition.

198

GWR Nameplate FARNLEY HALL and matching Cabside Numberplate 6943. Ex GWR 4-6-0 Locomotive, built Swindon Works in August 1942 and upon introduction, was allocated to Worcester. Moved to Hereford and then spent time at Cardiff Canton. Final allocation was Gloucester Horton Road from where withdrawal took place in December 1963. Cut up at Birds, Risca in March 1964. Face polished rear ex loco, clear visible stay marks and stamped L 6943, signifying it was the Left hand plate. NOTE: Farnley Hall is near Otley in Yorkshire, well outside GWR territory.

199

Combined with lot 198 to make Nameplate & Cabside Set

200

Smokebox Numberplate 6943 ex GWR 4-6-0 locomotive FARNLEY HALL. Face restored but no paint on numerals, rear cleaned. Details of the locomotive appear in the lot associated with the nameplate.

201

GWR enamel advertising sign 'To Ireland By The New Fishguard Route'. This is the smaller 14¾" x 11⅛" extremely rare version. Excellent colour and shine, some restoration to the red route line, executed in a most professional manner, looks superb.

202

A pair of Southern Railway Platform indicator boards, in original ex station condition, white on green. One has destinations Borough Green & Wrotham, Otford, Shoreham, Eynsford, Swanley, Herne Hill and Victoria. The other destinations Borough Green & Wrotham, St Mary Cray, Bromley South and Victoria.

203

GWR oval brass Signal Box Lever Plate 'Up Wicket' together with a couple of brass instrument plates 'Down Distant' and 'Up Distant'. All believed to have originated from Yatton West Signal Box.

204

Midland Railway C/I Lamp Post with a 'Mexican Hat' style lamp affixed. The base is nicely embossed with the company name and the whole thing appears to be around 12' - 14' tall. It is fixed into the ground at a property near Severn Tunnel Junction station. The Vendor is responsible for isolating from the electric supply and the Buyer is responsible for uplift from the ground and subsequent removal. The vendor has offered to arrange a local tradesman to take out of ground at Buyers cost.

205

Railway Executive C/I 'Propping Of Wagon Doors' Sign. Dated 1922 with no Secretary name, this is much less common than the  GWR examples.

206

British Railways alloy 'double arrow' Cabside Crest, ex Class 47 loco. In ex loco condition still retaining some original rivets.

207

BR(W) enamel sign 'Passengers Must Not Cross The Line Except By Means Of The Footbridge'. Measures 48" x 24" and is ex Tyseley station. Excellent condition with just a few small repairs.

208

BR(W) Single Line bronze Key Token NORTON JCT - EVESHAM 13. Section commencing just outside Worcester on the Cotswold Line and used when the section was completely singled.

209

Carter Patterson,  (GWR Hauliers) Jigsaw London Highways. complete with box. Made up on card to show completeness. The box is in fair condition.

210

BR(W) Totem BIRMINGHAM MOOR STREET, F/F. Ex GWR terminus station, opened in 1909 in the heart of the City of Birmingham. Excellent condition with deep colour and shine, no face damage and just black edge repaint as is usual.

211

Great Northern Railway silverplate Cake Tongs by Walker & Hall. Measures 7½" long and clearly stamped G.N.R.R (Great Northern Refreshment Rooms). Believed to have been recovered from Melton Constable Station.

212

GWR fully titled C/I Private Path Notice measuring 16" x 20¾".

213

BR(W) enamel Station Direction Sign MALVERN ROAD STATION with British Railways Totem above, F/F. Ex GWR station in the heart of the Cotswold town of Cheltenham Spa. The station opened in 1908 and closed on 3 January 1966Excellent condition with deep colour and shine.

214

Shedplate 61B, Aberdeen until May 1973.

215

South Eastern & Chatham Railway Companies Managing Committee C/I Bridge Restriction Sign, cracked across bottom right corner together with the same company 'Farmers & Servants' Sign with a piece missing bottom right corner. (2 signs)

216

Tyers Signal Box Permissive Block Instrument brass plated 'Down Line' An unusual instrument with a strong suggestion of L&NWR origins.

217

BR(W) C/I Locomotive Tender Plate 5 - 308  5000 Gallons Swindon. This would have been carried by an ex Ministry of Supply 2-8-0 Locomotive built by the North British Locomotive Company, Glasgow, quite probably from 77431 which became 90307 in BR days. Face only restored.

218

No Lot

219

London & South Western Railway C/I Signal Finial with company initials on the base and also on one of the uprights. Makers name 'BPRS Ltd' also on one of the uprights. Excellent, restored condition, reputedly ex Barnstaple Junction.

220

Nameplate THE DONCASTER POSTMAN. Ex Class 08 Diesel Shunter D3729, built Crewe Works 1958 and allocated to 64A St. Margarets, Re-numbered 08562 in November 1973 whilst allocated to Gateshead and was withdrawn in December 1981. Stored at Heaton and then Swindon Works an eventually reinstated and allocated to Neville Hill, Leeds, in February 1985. In March 1985 it was transferred to Doncaster and was named "THE DONCASTER POSTMAN" in November of that year. Numbered CT 83 it saw use at Dollands Moor, Channel Tunnel, from November 1993. Finally withdrawn in January 1994 and disposed of at Old Oak Common in August 1997. The plate measures 41¾" x 3½" and although it has been cleaned up completely, it does have remnants of BR blue on the bottom edge and rear.

221

Early wooden Platform Indicator Board, double sided 'Colwyn Bay - Abergele- Rhyl - Prestatyn -Chester - Warrington & Manchester'. Double sided with pointing hand. Almost certainly LMS but quite possibly earlier L&NWR.

222

Stationary Engine with 'over' type cylinder, single flywheel and fold-down chimney. Nicely displayed in a glazed, wooden display case measuring 19" x 7½" x 15". Never run but vendor believes it would, however, it is untested by us.

223

Wyvern Gas/Petrol twin flywheel Stationary Engine. Single cylinder with fitted spark plug. Has been run and is quite a powerful little item. Measures 14" x 8" x 6" and is mounted on a base. Comes with a set of drawings and miscellaneous ancillaries. Untested by us.

224

Cyldon Oscillating Cylinder Engine Model No 13/4, Made in England. Methylated Spirit operated, 12" x 4" x 5" in original box although this has become rather aged. Also, a live steam model of a Stuart Turner Stationary Boiler with a cylindrical attachment containg a lever-type pump. Untested by us.

225

Hot Air mini Engines, qty 3 all of which did work but have not been tested recently. Interesting little items, each having its own meths burner. Together with a Scott Vacuum Engine construction kit, believed a complete set of castings and instructions for the beginner.Untested by us.

226

Watts Parallel Motion Stationary Engine in a beautiful display case with a Yew base. Measures 18¼" x 13½" x 8½". No boiler of course so display only but may well run if connected, however, it is untested by us.

227

Single Line brass Tyer’s No.7 Tablet FORTH BRIDGE - THROSK No.12, square configuration.  As used on the “other” Forth Bridge crossing  at Alloa. The otherwise double line of the Caledonian Railway between Alloa and Alloa Jn north of Larbert was single track between Throsk on the south bank of the Forth estuary and the north bank at Alloa over the river Forth. swing bridge between Throsk and Forth Bridge signal boxes. The line closed on 17 May 1970. The tablet  is in ex box condition.

228

London Transport enamel Destination Cab Plate, double sided WIMBLEDON - WHITECHAPEL. White lettering on black ground and has brass strips either end. Very good condition with minimal chipping.

229

LMSR Omnibus Services glazed Timetable Display Case. Wooden construction measuring 31½" tall and 22" wide, it has the title in shadow lettering above. Several, original letterpress posters survive inside, a couple headed with full company title and show May 1933 service operating Rochdale - Blackstone Edge - Halifax; Hebbe Motor Services Halifax - Rochdale dated Dec 10th 1933 and a blue on white notice 'Buses From Rochdale Start From Alexandra Street. Several pages of history also accompany.

230

BR(Sc) Totem HAWICK, F/F. Ex North British Railway station on the wonderful Waverley Route between Carlisle and Edinburgh, closed  6th January 1969. This is by far the best one we have seen being virtually mint with just a few imperfections.

231

GWR C/I Signal Box Name Board CHELTENHAM SPA STATION SIGNAL BOX. Measures 114" in length. The box was at St. James station which was re-named such when Malvern Road Station was built. (To be removed on the day)

232

GWR brass Lever Leads, a set of 12 that came from Eastern United Colliery in the Forest of Dean. Together with a couple of oval Lever Plates 1 DOWN DISTANT and 2 GATE BOLT and a pair of red & green from the same box. The Lever Leads are all early GWR pattern (a couple have been repaired by BR) and range from a 3" '13 SIDING SAFETY' to a 10½" '3 UP MAIN TO LOOP HOME 6 5 4 OR 13 6 5 4'. A nice collection.

233

Badge assortment to include: BR(W) Totem Capbadge GUARD; BR(W) L-O-W Capbadge INSPECTOR; plain gilt L-O-W Capbadge and a block letters PORTER.

234

Webb & Thompson Single Line Staff with brass plates at one end showing the section ILMINSTER - CHARD.  Ex GWR Branch line from Taunton to Chard  which branched off the main line at Creech Junction. It then joined the L&SWR branch from Chard Junction. Closed to Passengers 10th September 1962 completely  6th July 1964.

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235

Great Western Railway fully titled 'short' Trespass Sign, 'As The Law Directs'.

236

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237

BR(W) enamel sign 'DRINKING WATER' F/F, measuring just 9" x 6". This is a rare sign and is in excellent condition.

238

Posters 'Royal Blue', a pair. Each has image in top quarter, the bottom being blank for attachment of notices/alterations etc. The first has a wonderful image of a Bristol single decker in full Royal Blue regalia and has printed beneath 'The Western National Omnibus Co Ltd - The Southern National Omnibus Ltd'. The second has 'New Timings - New Destinations' logo with a more modern bus image at the bottom. Both are 30" x 20" and in excellent condition.

239

South African Railways single language brass Tenderplate 'South African Railways 1993 LP' (the LP being engraved). Ex SAR CRB Class 4-8-2, built in 1919 by the Montreal Locomotive Works in Quebec, Canada with works number 60548. Measures 9" x 6", ex loco.

240

LMS Signal Box Board BROMSGROVE. From the up platform Signal Box at the foot of the famous Lickey Incline. The wooden board with cast letters measures 58" in length and although it only retains the top beading and is a little worse for wear, it is the board that appears in many photographs taken of banking engines passing it on the long haul up the incline. The ex Midland Railway box had 36 levers and closed in 1969. Some original maroon paint is clearly visible.

241

Midland Railway BEWARE OF TRAINS. Scalloped corners, unrestored.

242

Taff Vale Railway C/I Doorplate PARCELS OFFICE. Measures 19¾" x 3¼" and is in original chocolate and cream paintwork. A real rarity.

243

Single Line, steel Key Token KESWICK No 2 - BRAITHWAITE. Ex CK&PR route between Penrith and Cockermouth. Braithwaite was a  4-lever box opened in 1874. Closed in April 1966. Excellent, ex box condition.

244

South Eastern Railway 12 inch Oak cased fusee drop dial clock supplied circa 1890 by Gillett and Baxter of London. The quality chain driven English fusee movement of typical London style has rectangular plates which are held together by turned tapered pillars, these characteristics point to a clock manufactured in the period 1880-1890. The front plate is scratched with the number 722 and the back plate is stamped with the SER cartouche and G&B. The pendulum rod and bob are also stamped with the number 722. The original white enamel screen printed and hand painted dial displaying bold Roman numerals and the legend, S.R  John Walker 1, South Molton St London 722.S.E, the rear of the dial is also stamped 722 A traditional English drop dial clock case manufactured from oak with a one piece turned convex surround affixed to the back box by two battens with four tapered pegs, the back box is of traditional mid to late 19TH century design with one side access door and a bottom door with the lock removed and replaced with an ornate Brass turn. The drop of the case features an oak veneer showing the Medullary rays of this type of wood the rear of the case has been branded SER and also stamped 722SE. The side door retains its original SER brass numberplate 722. The Southern clock records show that this clock was originally supplied to Canterbury West Booking Office then later transferred to Canterbury Tonfold crossing and finished its railway life at Lancing Works Progress Office. A wonderful clock in full working order complete with pendulum and key.

245

BR(M) enamel Station Sign LEICESTER, 41.5" x 12". These were used at Leicester Central station as well as totems. 40" x 12" with some enamel loss .

246

Original Oil Painting 'The Red Dragon' by Robert Nixon, . Oil on board, framed and glazed measuring  15" x 11". Depicts a Castle Class Loco sporting the most famous of all South Wales Expresses Headboard, hauling a fine rake of coaches through Sonning Cutting.

247

South Eastern Railway Police Truncheon bearing the initials 'SER' on the shaft. Extremely good condition.

248

London Brighton & South Coast Railway wooden handled Station Hand Bell. Nicely inscribed LB&SCR on the top of the bell. Stands 12½” tall with a bowl diameter of 6¾” and comes complete with a purpose made mahogany stand for display. A rare item.

249

Single Line fibre Tyer’s No.6 Tablet PINWHERRY _ BARRHILL No.2 (round configuration)  As used on the section of the Glasgow & South Western Railway’s Stranraer line between Pinwherry and Barrhill. Pinwherry signalbox was eliminated on 15th December 1991 when the token section became Girvan to Barrhill. The tablet is in good ex-box condition.

250A

Midland Railway brass Locomotive Whistle complete with operating valve and lever mechanism. It is 12" in diameter and is 14" overall height A attractive whistle that would benefit from a good clean and polish.

Smokebox Numberplate 30325. Ex LSWR Drummond 0-6-0 Class 700, built June 1897 by Dubs & Co Glasgow. Nicknamed 'Black Motors', this one spent most, if not all its working life at Guildford. It was withdrawn in December 1962 and cut up at Eastleigh in March 1963. Has the BR Triangle on rear and is basically clean, ex loco condition.

250

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251

GWR & LMS Joint Poster 'Cheltenham Spa  - A Beautiful  Resort In The Heart Of The Cotswolds' by C.H. Birtwhistle, D/R size (25" x 40"). A stunning panorama of the town and countryside taken from the Devil's Chimney viewpoint. Printed in 1939 by Jordison & Co. Extremely good condition with just one small edge nick and folds.

252

GWR & LMS Joint Poster 'Ireland's Mansion, Shrewsbury - Historic Town On The Lovely River Severn' by Claude Buckle, D/R size (25" x 40"). Dating from summer 1939, it shows a street level view of this wonderful 'black & white' building.

253

Manx Electric Railway Poster 'For The Finest Scenery, Loveliest Glens and Mountain Views.- Cars Every Few Minutes From Derby Castle Station - Breezy and Invigorating' anon, 24½" x 19½". Depicts a wooded glen with period holidaymakers following a small stream dropping to the sea. Central image is of a single car  threading its way through the cliff-top. Printed by Richard Johnson & Sons Limited Manchester. Some edge faults otherwise a vibrant and scarce poster.

254

Manx Electric Railway Poster 'Snaefell and Ramsey - 50 Miles Of Unsurpassed Mountain Scenery, Lovely Glens and Glorious Sea Views', anon, 24½" x 19½". Depicts a 3D map view of the island with car 42 and another in the forefront and a couple of oval windows showing Snaefell Summit Hotel and Ramsey. Printed by Richard Johnson & Sons Limited Manchester. Some edge faults otherwise a vibrant and scarce poster.

255

Poster 'Suffolk - See England By Rail -Coddenham' by Leonard Squirrell, D/R size (25" x 40"). Depicts a very tranquil, village scene from days past. Published by the Railway Executive (Eastern Region) in 1956, printed in Great Britain Waterlow & Sons. Excellent condition.

256

Poster 'London Hyde Park' by Edwin Harris, D/R size (25" x 40"). Depicts a tranquil view of the Dolphin Statue in Hyde Park. Published by the Railway Executive Eastern Region in 1952, printed by Jordison & Co. Excellent condition.

257

Poster ' London - See Britain By train' by Donald Blake, D/R size (25" x 40"). Depicts 5 pageantry images of the Tower, Horseguards, Queens Coach etc. Published by BR London Midland Region in 1960 and printed by Baynard Press. Version was issued for the American market with New York, Chicago and Los Angeles above BR logo. Excellent condition.

258

Poster, 'Lavenham, Suffolk' by Edward Wesson, D/R size (25" x 40"). A serene village scene from the 1950's with children and locals outside the olde worlde shops. Published by the Railway Executive Eastern Region and printed by Jordison & Co. A second version was issued later with a local map in the lower panel. Excellent condition..

259

Poster, 'The Master Cutler' dated 1961, semi pictorial, D/R size (25" x 40"). A superb poster with much more visual impact than the usual 'named train' poster. In addition to the Railway Coat of Arms, both Sheffield and London badges appear either side of the timings. Published by British Railways Eastern Region, printed by Waterlow & Sons. Excellent condition.

260

Poster, 'Brightlingsea - East Coast Yachting Centres' by Frank Mason, D/R size (25" x 40"), one of a set issued in 1955 . View across the estuary in the usual, vivid Mason style. Published by British Railways Eastern Region, printed by Jordison & Co. Excellent condition.

261

Poster, 'Visit The Ancient City Of Lincoln' by Allanson Hick, D/R size (25" x 40"). Map style poster with the city heraldic Coat of Arms and detailed map of the central streets and historic landmarks. Published by the Railway Executive Eastern Region in 1950, printed by Jordison & Co. Excellent condition.

262

Poster, 'Sheringham Twixt Sea Pine' by Tom W Armes, D/R size (25" x 40"). Boats and holidaymakers mingle on the sands in this very colourful execution. Published by British Railways Eastern Region in the late 1950's, printed by Jordison & Co. Excellent condition.

263

Poster, 'Southend-on-Sea, Westcliff-on-Sea Leigh-on-Sea, Thorpe Bay, Shoeburyness' by Kenneth Steel, D/R size  (25" x 40"). A colourful image of the Sun Shelter at the Cliffs Gardens in Westcliff-on-Sea, with Southend pier, yachts and coastline beyond. Published in 1960 by the Railway Executive Eastern Region and printed by Jarrold & Sons. Excellent condition.

264

Poster, 'Map Of Lincolnshire' by M Simms, D/R size (25" x 40"). Typical map in this style with small images of landmarks and famous people associated with the various towns of the county. Published by BR Eastern Region from the early 1960's, printed by Jordison & Co. Excellent condition.

265

Poster, '1953 Coronation - God Save The Queen -British Railways Pay Their Loyal Tributes To Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II' by Shep, D/R size (25" x 40"). The image is dominated by the lion & unicorn coat of arms. Published by British Railways Eastern Region, printed by Baynard Press. Identical versions were published by the other BR regions.

266

Poster, 'Holyhead For Dublin & The Republic Of Ireland' by Claude Buckle, D/R size (25" x 40"). Shows the BR Ferry Ship 'Cambria' mid channel. Published by BR London Midland Region in 1960, printed by Jordison & Co. Excellent condition.

267

Poster, 'East Coast Havens, Suffolk - Grain Ships on the Orwell' by Frank Mason, D/R size (25" x 40"). Stunning image of a smaller sail trawler, a larger sailing ship and an even larger ship. Published by the Railway Executive Eastern Region in 1955, printed by Stafford & Co. Excellent condition.

268

Poster, 'Bury St. Edmunds' by Donald Blake, D/R size (25" x 40"). A colourful view of the Norman Gateway which was once the entrance to St Edmunds Abbey. Published by the Railway Executive Eastern Region in 1950, printed by Stafford & Co. Excellent condition.

269

Poster , 'East Coast Yachting Centres, Southend-on-Sea' by Frank Mason, D/R size (25" x 40"). Depicts 3 yachts approaching a buoy with the famous pier behind. Published by British Railways Eastern Region in 1955, printed by Jordison & Co. Excellent condition.

270

Totem, BR(M) LLANDUDNO JUNCTION, F/F. Ex LNWR station between Bangor and Rhyl opened in 1858 by the Chester & Holyhead Railway. A nice totem from this famous North Wales holiday location. In good condition with a few well repaired face chips.

271

GWR C/I raised border Doorplate SIGNAL LINEMAN'S HUT. Original condition.

272

Sykes Lock & Block Instrument, painted '32 To North End' complete with original brass makers plate and in excellent ex box condition.

273

GN & LNWR C/I Bridgeplate No 36A. Normal, oval shape of LNWR pattern, no full stops between company initials. A very rare bridgeplate, the line being extremely short from Market Harborough to Bottesford and Saxondale via Melton Mowbray.

274

LMS Square Handlamp, coloured glasses, red and green to the side nicely embossed on the curved chimney with company initials. Complete with LMS reservoir and brass burner. A very nice example, tastefully restored long ago.

275

GWR C/I Cabside Numberplate 9742. Ex 0-6-0PT built Swindon Works 31st January 1935. Saw service at Wellington and Oxley before moving to South Wales in the late 1950's. Withdrawn from Neath in September 1964 and cut up a month later at Swindon. Face cleaned of paint, rear clean ex loco.

276

GWR brass Shelfplate "HONEYBOURNE STN. NORTH BRANCH LINES". Excellent, ex box condition.

277

Original oil on canvas Painting 'Toddington Grange Storming Hatton Bank' by Joe Townend, Guild of Railway Artists. A vibrant execution of the Grange in early BR days with a rake of chocolate & cream carriages. Unframed, 30" x 20".

278

Buckinghamshire Railway 12 inch, drop dial, fusee Trunk Clock supplied to the Railway in 1850 by the world renowned Thwaites and Reed of London. The movement number 'T&R 11085' can be traced from the Thwaites and Reed records and these confirm the origin. The case is made from mahogany with a wonderful, flame mahogany veneer to the front. The substantial brass, chain driven fusee movement in fully restored and in fine working condition has the traditional ringed pillars associated with T&R and is also stamped on the front plate 'T&R 11085'. The dial has been repainted by the Western Region post 1948. Additionally, whilst acquiring typical GWR / BR-W broad spade hands, it was also fitted with a BR-W ivorine plate 'BR-WR 4833'. The clock was confirmed by the vendor as having come from Bicester London Road station and this certainly fits in with the Thwaites records as they supplied a clock in 1850 to this location. Possibly one of the earliest Railway Clocks to appear at auction and certainly the first confirmed Buckinghamshire Railway example.

279

GWR C/I Signs, qty 2 comprising 'DRINKING WATER' and 'NOT DRINKING WATER'. Both in original condition, white lettering on a red ground.

280

BR(W) Totem OXFORD, F/F. Ex GWR station on the Worcester - Paddington line, opened in 1852. Excellent condition with deep colour and shine, just a couple of very small touched-in repairs barely noticeable.

281

GWR Brass Cabside Numberplate 2807. Ex GWR 2-8-0 Heavy Freight Locomotive, built Swindon Works in October 1905 and initially allocated to the London area. Had a long spell at Tyseley followed by a similar spell at Hereford and Worcester. It then moved to South Wales being at Ebbw Junction and Pontypool Road. This was followed by a period at Newton Abbot before final allocation to Severn Tunnel Junction. Withdrawn from there in March 1963, it was sent to Barry Scrapyard where it languished for 17 years before rescue by the Cotswold Steam Preservation Limited. The loco is now at the GWR Toddington.

282

A display of items from Severn Tunnel Junction Signal Box mounted on a wooden board. Comprises :- two different, wood cased Block Bells of GWR origin; a 1948 wood cased Block Instrument and an array of traffolite Signal Lever Plates including 'Down Tunnel Line Facing'; 'Down Tunnel Line Starting and 'Bay Starting To up Tunnel Line'. Also  'Severn Tunnel West Tunnel Lines' traffolite shelf plate and a couple of signal box flags.

283

Great Western & Midland Joint Committee C/I 40/- Gate Notice. Ex Severn & Wye Joint Railway that was purchased jointly by both companies in 1893 when the The Severn and Wye Railway and Canal Company went bankrupt. Restored in chocolate and cream.

284

GWR Brass Tenderplate No 1139 Aug 1896 2500 Gallons. Very early and quite possibly affixed initially to 9063 TREVITHICK as this was one of the few locos built at that time to have this size tender. Excellent condition.

285

GWR C/I Signal Box Name Board PANTEG & COEDYGRIC JCT SIGNAL BOX. The box controlled the lines to Hafodyrynys and Blaenafon and also those running into the Pontypool Road Railway sheds and yards. Measuring 9' 4" in length, part painted, possibly by the Railway. (To be removed on the day)

286

Worksplate 'No 2032 Doncaster 1948'. Oval brass and engraved, measuring 13¼" x 7¾". Ex A1 Pacific 60115 MEG MERRILIES. Released to traffic in September 1948. Interestingly, it is stamped on the rim '535' which relates to A2 number 60535 HORNET'S BEAUTY which was also released to traffic in 1948. It is definitely known that this plate was mistakenly fixed to HORNET'S BEAUTY when the wrong, rear stamping took place at Doncaster. The fully engraved plate for HORNET'S BEAUTY was mistakenly affixed to MEG MERRILIES. Both locos are known to have run their entire service lives with the wrong plates attached and this is the first time this one has surfaced. The wrong loco carrying this plate was allocated to York. Withdrawn from Polmadie in June 1965 and cut up soon after at Motherwell Machinery & Scrap, Wishaw. Face clean, rear ex loco.

287

Tyers 'Tombstone' Token Machine measuring 20½" tall approximately. It has x4 slots on the front and both left and right indicators appear to be functional. The original makers plate with IN/OUT arrows is intact as is the circular instruction plate at the top. Retains the red and black paint. This machine was used at the signal box controlling the Mansfield Colliery Branch, the token for which appears in the next lot.

288

Single line steel and brass Key Token engraved both sides RUFFORD JCT - MANSFIELD COLLY JCT No 13. Ex Midland Railway  Mansfield to Southwell line commenced April 1929 when Rufford Colliery Junction and Mansfield Colliery Sidings signal boxes were renamed Rufford Junction and Mansfield Colliery Junction. Ceased when Rufford Junction signal box closed in June 1968 and the section became Mansfield Colliery Junction to Rufford Colliery with associated signal boxes. Ex box condition.

289

Shedplate 55H Neville Hill from 1960 until May 1973. Face only restored.

290

BR(M) Totem MILES PLATTING, F/F, wall fixing variety. Ex LYR station between Manchester Victoria and Newton Heath, junction for Rochdale and Staleybridge. It opened in January 1844 and closed in May 1995. In excellent condition and complete with original  wooden brackets. This is the first time one of this type has been seen and offered for sale as wall mounted totems at this station are not recorded in any of the reference books. Se standard FF version elsewhere in this auction.

291

GWR C/I Cabside Numberplate 'GWR 78'. Ex Rhymney Railway 'P class' 0-6-2T originally numbered R35 built 1921 by Hudswell Clarke works number 1443. First allocated to Rhymney, it saw a spell at Barry and finally Cardiff East Dock.  It was the last RR loco to be withdrawn in August 1955 from Cardiff East Dock. Face repainted, rear original.

292

Original Oil Painting  'Royal Scot 6148 The Manchester Regiment at Whitmore Troughs 1946' by Gerald Broom, Guild Of Railway Artists. A magnificent execution of this unrebuilt loco in black livery and a rake of maroon coaches picking up water as it passes a couple of P.Way workers. Measures 20½" x 30½" and with frame 25" x 36" approximately.

293

A substantial Album of 368 Railway Post Cards. Many early cards from a variety of companies such as Valentines and Tucks etc, includes many rarities. Not to be missed, viewing highly recommended.

294

Carriage Print 'Bredon Village - Worcestershire' by Donald Lampitt from the LMR Series. A view toward the river with the spire of St Giles Church in the centre and the Fox & Hounds thatched pub on the right. Good condition in an original type glazed frame.

295

English Electric brass Worksplate, Robert Stephenson Hawthorns Ltd  No 2961 dated 1961. Ex Class 20 055 originally D8055. To traffic April 1961 and allocated to 41A. Withdrawn January 1992 and scrapped at MC Metals (Springburn) in March 1995.

296

Great Western Railway /Neath & Brecon Railway 12 inch drop dial fusee Trunk Clock supplied to the Railway circa 1850-1860 ex Nantyglo. The case is made from mahogany with a wonderful, flame mahogany veneer to the front and filled in curved bow tie lenticle window, this was probably done when it was numbered (see below). The fine brass fusee movement in fully restored and in full working condition has very early shaped shoulders and tapered ringed pillars and is stamped 8488 and scratched 446 on the backplate, the movement characteristics point to a movement of the period 1850-1860. The dial has been repainted by the GWR probably in 1922 when the clock acquired its GWR numberplate 446 and possibly the standard GWR broad spade hands. This clock number is mentioned in Ian Lyman’s Railway clock book as having been sent in for repair to the clock works at Reading on 26th July 1922 when it was numbered 446, it is also stated that is was ex Nantyglo. One of the earliest GWR pre grouping clocks to appear at auction and certainly the first of this particular style. Complete with pendulum and key.

297

Tyers Single Line brass Tablet NETHERTOWN - ST BEES No 12. Ex Furness Railway section between Ravenglass and Whitehaven on the Cumbrian Coast. Ex box condition.

298

Wye Valley Railway C/I £2 Penalty Gate Notice. Borderless, 10¾" x 22¾". The railway was built in 1876 between Chepstow and Monmouth and amalgamated with the Great Western Railway in 1905. A great rarity indeed.

299

LNER 9" x 5"  Worksplate No 2561 Doncaster Works 1925. Ex 4-6-2 Gresley A3 Pacific No 60062 MINORU. Built May 1925 under works number 1617 it was originally numbered 2561, later 530. Allocated primarily at Kings Cross, Grantham and New England. Withdrawn from New England in December 1962. The racehorse 'Minoru' was owned by King Edward VII and was the winner of both the Derby and the 2000 Guineas in 1909.

300

GWR Nameplate TWINEHAM COURT. Ex GWR 4-6-0 Passenger Locomotive numbered 2952, built Swindon Works in March 1913. First shed allocation was Cardiff Canton. Outside steam pipes fitted May 1932. In August 1950 its final allocation was Severn Tunnel Junction from where withdrawal took place in September 1951. Only 25 of the 'Saint Class' locos were named after Courts and only a handful have ever come to market. This particular one has been with the same, ex Severn Tunnel Junction Driver, since purchased from BR and the original receipt for 20/- dated 21st September 1951 accompanies. Interestingly, Twineham Court is outside GWR territory being near Burgess Hill in Sussex.

301

South African Railways large brass 3 tone Chime Whistle complete with operating lever. Measures 14" in length and 14" diameter.

302

A quantity of interesting items to include:- a GWR stamped Gas Burner of very early design; L&NWR Ticket Nippers; L&NWR Carriage Key; Midland Railway Scriber; Wick Trimming Scissors; Paychecks qty 4 - GER Traffic - LMSR Leeds - LNER West Riding Loco - GWR Refreshment Dept.; an oval brass plate incised 'Sig Dept Strat-on-Avon; a similar circular incised 'Cirencester B'; oval brass 'Oil Stores Derby' and a GWR Key Tag 'Lamp Hut'.

303

London & North Eastern Railway fully engraved Worksplate No 1568 Doncaster 1923. Ex A3 4-6-2 Pacific Locomotive ROYAL LANCER. Originally numbered 4476, it later became 506 and then 107 which precluded the BR number 60107. Allocations were varied, initially at Grantham but swapping regularly to Kings Cross and back. In 1950 it saw service at Leicester for a while and ended its days at New England from where withdrawal took place in September 1963. The plate is mounted on a wooden board, constructed by fitters at Top Shed where the original owner, well known top link driver Reg Clark worked. Above the plate is a small brass cab plate 'Coasting Cut Off - When The Regulator is Closed At Speeds Exceeding 25 MPH The Gear Must Be Put At 25% Cut Off (5½" x 3" approximately). The Worksplate is stamped 4476 three times on the flat of the back and once on the rear rim. The original wax infill is present and the original, BR green paint is still quite evident on the bottom rim in particular. A historic plate with significant provenance. Note: Royal Lancer was the first racehorse to win both the English and Irish St Ledger in the same year, 1922. At the time it was owned by Lord Londsdale, the very man who introduced the Lonsdale Belts into Boxing.

304

London Transport enamel Target Sign ST JOHNS WOOD. One piece measuring 23½" x 17¾" approximately. Excellent colour and shine with just a few minor edge chips.

305

Signal Box Nameboard CROFTON WEST JUNCTION, cast letters on a later, wood framed aluminium back board, 98" x 12" approximately. Ex Dearne Valley Junction Railway. Opened in March 1905 for goods and June 1912 to passengers. It closed for ever in July 1966.

306

London Chatham & Dover Railway C/I Signal Finial. Company initial embossed on one fin. Tastefully restored.

307

Shedplate 67A, Corkerhill until May 1967. Once a large Glasgow & South Western depot having a substantial allocation of locos in steam days. Face restored.

308

British Railways Western Region enamel, gilt lion-over-wheel Cap Badge INSPECTOR. No face damage.

309

GWR brass Shelfplate "HONEYBOURNE SOUTH LOOP" Excellent, ex box condition.

310

BR(W) Totem LLANDAFF FOR WHITCHURCH, F/F. Ex TVR station on the Cardiff to Pontypridd line, opened in 1840. Good colour and shine with just a few minor areas of loss not affecting the lettering.

311

Worksplate, London & North Eastern Railway 1064 N.B. Loco Co. 1946. Ex Thompson B1 4-6-0 Locomotive numbered 61064. Built in 1946 under works number 25820, the loco was allocated to Keith for a while but transferred to Carlisle to see out its days. Scrapped at Cowlairs in July 1963. The plate has been cleaned but the knocks and marks are ever present as are the mounting bolt marks.

312

Midland Railway Buffer Stop Lamp of unusual style and size.

313

Advertising Enamel Sign 'The Railway Passengers Assurance Company - Good Company - Ask The Station Master'. Measures 20" x 30" and is in very good condition with the exception of some edge damage.

314

LNWR Double Block Instrument with traffolite plate attached WORKINGTON MAIN No 3. Ex box condition.

315

English Electric Locomotive Makers Plate from a loco that worked at Tilmanstone Colliery Dover. Brass construction measuring 24¼" x 3½" approximately. Totally ex loco with much green paint on the edges.

316

Midland Railway Button Whistle, complete with 2 Midland Railway 22mm dia nickel buttons, in excellent condition and a rare item.

317

Road Sign 'Crossing No Gates' depicting a 4-6-0 Loco with most beads intact. Makers name 'Gowshall Ltd London WC1. Complete with original brackets, 21" x 12". Small crack but a very rare version introduced after the 1933 traffic act, superseded by the normal 0-6-0 style. Original condition.

318

Midland Railway brass Lever Plates, qty 2 both ex Denton Holme Goods Signal Box. The sides that were in use in the box have nondescript legends but the other sides are quite significant being 'POINTS DOWN TRENT LINE' and 'GOODS HOME FROM AMBERGATE'.

319

A pair of British Railways Letterpress Posters the first of which is urging Passengers to use their rail service and advertising 'Day Return Fares from Wadebridge' with fares to Bodmin; Launceston; Padstow; St Austell; Exeter; Looe; Plymouth and Truro. The second is the 'Public Notice Withdrawal of Passenger Services Okehampton - Bude/Halwill - Wadebridge from 3rd October 1966, listing a further 17 stations to close. Mounted back to back in polythene, this is truly an historic pair of posters from the 'Withered Arm'. Both in extremely good condition.

320

Shedplate 64B, Haymarket until May 1973.

321

GWR Wooden double sided platform indicator board 49" x 8"  ALL STATIONS TO LEAMINGTON SPA, EXCEPT WIDNEY MANOR.  Ex Birmingham Snow Hill or Moor Street. In excellent condition both sides.

322

Midland Railway enamel Door Plate LADIES' ROOM FIRST CLASS. Some damage around the bolt holes.

323

British Railways 'Lion-holding-Wheel' alloy crest as fitted to a BR/EE 25kv Bo-Bo Class 86 Electric Locomotive that operated the London Midland Region, West Coast Main Line between Manchester, Liverpool and London Euston. Mounted on a wooden display board, it is in ex loco condition. The accompanying paperwork supplied to the vendor by the British Railways Board upon presentation, includes reference to E3164 and shows a photograph with crest location clearly visible. However, the vendor does not purport that this particular crest is that shown in the photograph.

324

A quartet of LNE C/I Coach Plates comprising:- a pair of  LNE To Carry 10 Tons Distributed Load, ex coach condition, measuring 8¼" x 5¼"; a pair of LNE Builders York 1940,  ex coach condition, wartime period measuring  7" x 4½".

325

GWR brass cased Pressure Gauge. Measures a max of 280 psi but red lined at 225 psi. Silvered face with company initials nicely engraved beneath numerals. Face is 7" diameter. Extremely good condition throughout.

326

Shedplate 86E, Severn Tunnel Junction. Obtained by a Driver from that shed when steam ceased.

327

Great Northern Railway Ireland Coat of Arms on what looks like an original part of an old, mahogany wooden carriage exterior. Measures 19" 18" in original condition.

328

Railway Executive fully titled C/I Notice 'ENGINES MUST NOT PASS THIS POINT'. Raised border, black lettering on white ground, 14¼" x 20¼".

329

LNWR Signal Box Block Instruments, a pair of double dial variety one permissive and one no permissive , one is plated MOOR ROW No2 , both in excellent ex box condition.

330

BR(M) Totem DESFORD, F/F, wall fixing variety. Ex-Midland Railway station on the Leicester & Swannington line opened in March 1848, closed September 1964. Absolutely superb condition with deep colour and shine and no defects on the face whatsoever.

331

Enamel Advertising Sign 'Lyons Cakes', double sided with wall mounting flange, 15½" x 17½", in very good condition.

332

Enamel Advertising Sign 'Thorley's Cake', 24"x 4", green lettering on white ground. Minor bolt hole chips and some slight crazing.

333

Enamel Advertising Sign 'Arthurs Ideal Soap', 18" x 6" white on dark blue. Good colour and shine, overall very good. Not common.

334

Enamel Advertising Sign ' Alton Court Brewery Co Ltd - Golden Hop - Pale Dinner Ale', 14"x 9½". Excellent condition, a rare sign.

335

Enamel Advertising Sign 'Lyons' Tea Sold Here, double sided with wall mounting flange, 18" x 12". Both sides in very good condition.

336

Enamel Advertising Sign 'Franklyn's Fine Shagg - Always Good To The End', double sided, white lettering on red ground. Measures 14" x 10¼", in extremely good condition.

337

Enamel Advertising Sign 'Borwick's baking Powder, white lettering on blue, 10" x 15" in very good condition.

338

Enamel Advertising Sign 'Taddy's Imperial Tobacco In Packets Only', 14" x 9" double sided with wall mounting flange. Excellent condition.

339

Enamel Advertising Sign 'Daisy Knitted Underwear - Hygienic, Durable, Perfect Fitting. Double sided with wall mounting flange, 15¼" x 8. In extremely good condition.

340

Enamel Advertising Sign' Player's Digger Tobaccos., double sided with wall mounting flange, 12" x 16". Excellent condition.

341

Enamel Advertising Sign 'Keep To The Right', double sided, white on dark blue ground. Measures 12½"" x 4" and is good condition with just minor chipping.

342

Enamel Advertising Sign 'Rowntree's Chocolates with lion & unicorn in centre. Measures 25" x5.5". Nice colours, some edge chipping but overall very good.

343

Brass Plaque 'Agent Norwich Union Fire Office' measuring 14¼" x 8¼". Original black wax filling in engraving, face has been polished.

344

LNER Tyers Signal Box double line Block Instrument, not as common as one may think and in good ex box condition.

345

Midland Railway C/I Sign 'SIGNAL DEPT'. 28½" x 5¾" approximately.

346

Original oil on canvas Painting of Barmouth and Cader Idris by recognised Victorian landscape Artist Walter Reeves. Late 19th century execution with boats in the foreground and the famous bridge, long before the 'swing bridge' was built, in the centre and Cader Idris as a backdrop. On the extreme right is a wisp of steam from a train that has crossed from Barmouth. Canvas size 16" x 24½", overall in ornate gilt frame 25½" x 34". A small area of damage is visible on the rear but this has been repaired to a very good standard.

347

Collection of Wagon Plates to include x 3 LMS 'D' Plates; a single LNER 'D' Plate; a single LMS Registration Plate; a single LMS Star Plate and a pair of BR 'D' Plates.

348

Shedplate 53B, Botanic Gardens until January 1960.

349

LT triple chime Loco Whistle approx 5½" in length, 1.5/8"  dia with a small finial. Together with a brass LT loco Whistle 8" in length 1½" dia.

350

BR(W) Totem BIRMINGHAM SNOW HILL, F/F. Ex Main Line station in the heart of Birmingham, opening in October 1852 as simply Birmingham. It closed in 1972 only to reopen in 1987. Good colour and shine with some areas of expert restoration.

351

LNER Poster, 'Montrose - Sea Bathing - Golf - Tennis - Express Trains via Forth and Tay Bridges by Austin Cooper, D/R size (25" x 40"). This rare poster shows the town statue and church with an old fisher woman trading her wares and a single period vehicle parked outside a shop. Published by the LNER in 1925 and printed by McCorquodale & Co. Folds otherwise excellent.

352

Poster, 'Thornton Cleveleys - On the Lancashire Coast' by Kenneth Steel, D/R size (25" x 40"). Vibrant image of the Seafront Open-air Theatre and holiday makers. Published by BR London Midland Region in 1950 and printed by R B Macmillan. Excellent condition.

353

Poster, 'Lytham St Annes by Johnston, D/R size (25" x 40"). Serene view of holiday makers on the beach with yachts on the sea in the background. Published by the Railway Executive LM Region in the 1950's, printed by London Lithographic Co. Excellent condition just a view extremely minor edge tears.

354

Poster, 'Brecknockshire - Travel by train' by Jack Merriot, D/R size (25" x 40"). This depicts the Usk at Brecon with a fisherman trying his luck with ruined Brecon Castle and the hills as the backdrop. Published by BR Western Region, printed by Waterlow and Sons. Excellent condition.

355

Poster, 'Barmouth - Queen of the Cambrian Coast' by Henry Stringer, D/R size (25" x 40"). View of the town and bay with a woman in traditional welsh costume sat beside the foxgloves in the foreground. Published by BR Western Region in 1962, printed by Jordison & Co. Two tiny edge nicks on the left and centre fold otherwise excellent.

356

Poster, 'Aberystwyth' by Claude Buckle, D/R size (25" x 40"). General view of the town and the bay. Published by the Railway Executive Western Region in 1960, printed by Jordison & Co. One clean tear along the bottom edge.

357

Poster, 'Llandudno - On the beautiful North Wales Coast' by Bagley, D/R size (25" x 40"). A panoramic view across the bay towards the Great Orme.  Published by BR London Midland Region in 1956, printed by Jordison & Co. Excellent condition.

358

Poster, 'Royal Deeside - See Scotland by Train, by Kenneth Steel, D/R size (25" x 40"). Depicts Balmoral Castle - the Highland home of Britain's Royal Family, a famous and collectable poster. Published by BR Scottish Region in 1951, printed by Jarrold & Sons. Very minor edge crinkling otherwise excellent.

359

LMS Poster,  'The Antrim Coast Road - Ireland for Holidays '  by Norman Wilkinson, D/R size (25" x 40"). Depicts a vibrant image of a rocky outcrop on the coastal road. One of a series by Wilkinson issued around 1925 promoting Irish Holidays. Bottom border has been trimmed by approximately one inch. Folds and slight edge crinkling otherwise very good.

360

Poster, 'Cambridge - The Backs In Springtime' by Cowern, D/R size (25" x 40"). Pleasant springtime view with daffodils and bluebells in the foreground. Published by British Railways Eastern Region, printed by Jordison & Co. Excellent condition.

361

SNCF French Railways Posters, a pair 'To See France Go By Train' and 'Pictorial French Railways', D/R size (25" x 40"). One is a later photographic style poster.

362

Poster, 'Volendam Holland - Day & Night Services via Harwich' (photographic style) D/R size (25" x 40") . Depicts an image of a small Dutch fishing harbour with boats and houses.

363

Enamel Advertising Sign 'Exide The Long Life Battery Sold Here'. Yellow lettering on blue ground, 20" x 30" with some fading left side and around the periphery.

364

Enamel Advertising Sign, Sunlight Soap -£1000 - Guarantee Of Purity, semi pictorial, 20" x 15". Nice condition, some restoration.

365

Enamel Advertising Sign, 'Everard's Burton Ales In Bottle', 10" x 16". Manufacturers name at bottom right 'Stocal, Burton'. Semi pictorial in excellent condition.

366

Enamel Advertising Sign 'Sun Cycles and Motor Cycles'. Black on yellow with the full emblem of the Sun Cycle & Fittings Co Ltd Birmingham England crest on the left. Measures 42" x 15" with some repairs. An extremely rare sign.

367

Enamel Advertising Sign 'AA Luncheons & Teas', double side, 23" x18. White and light blue on a dark blue ground. Excellent condition.

368

Enamel Advertising Sign ' Ask For Bryant and May's Matches - Sold Here', fingerplate style, 3½" x 7". Yellow lettering on black at top and bottom, then black lettering on yellow in centre. Good condition with some restoration expertly executed.

369

Enamel Advertising Sign 'Thorley's Food. White on green ground, 48" x 3¼"". Some restoration around the centre otherwise very good.

370

Enamel Advertising Sign 'Mobiloil' with red Pegasus above. Shield shape, 12" x 12". Extremely good condition with minor edge defects only, face is excellent.

371

Enamel Advertising Sign 'Accidents Of All Kinds & Illness - Insured Against by The Railway Passengers Assurance Co, 64 Cornhill London - Agent The Station Master. Measures 22"x 28" and in excellent condition with minor excellent restoration.

372

Enamel Advertising Sign 'Lipton's Tea' with Lion & Unicorn symbol in the centre. Double sided 12" x 12", white on blue ground. Some defects to both sides but overall good.

373

Enamel Advertising Sign 'Stephens Endorsing Inks & Pads for Rubber Stamps - The Inked Pads Never Dry Up and give Clear Impressions Which Dry Quickly'. Measures 44" x 8¼", black lettering on white ground. Some of the image has faded and there is some edge rusting, but not bad at all and a very rare sign indeed.

374

Advertising Mirror, 'Y & N Diagonal Seam Corsets' with a vignette style image of a corseted woman bottom left. Looks to be in an original frame, 21" x15", excellent condition.

375

Advertising Mirror 'Fry's Chocolate' with colourful lion & unicorn in centre. Along the bottom is the wording' This Is The Property Of JS Fry & Sons Ltd., Bristol & London. In original wooden frame, 28" x 16" and in exceptional condition

376

Advertising Mirror 'Viyella - Day & Night Wear - Does Not Shrink. The lettering is in gold and the trade name in black with gold edging. The actual mirror has bevelled edging. In original wooden frame, 20" x 12". Very good condition just very minor mottling.

377

A pair of Great Western Railway Signal Finials, nicely restored.

378

Great Eastern Railway 8 inch mahogany cased dial clock supplied by Seth Thomas of Connecticut America circa 1900. The clock retains its original hands and spun brass bezel, but has lost its original GER ivorine numberplate. The dial has been re written in LNER times and the number 2003 has been applied sometime after. The LNER clock records show that clock No 2003 was in use at Hilgay Signal box which was on the line between Ely and Kings Lynn. The Clock is not working and will certainly need some professional repairs.

379

Carriage Prints, a pair of unframed comprising 'Bildeston, Suffolk' by Horace Wright and 'Finchingfield, Essex' by F. Donald Blake. Both in excellent condition.

380

BR(M) Totem MOSTYN, F/F. Ex London & North Western Railway station on the Chester to Holyhead main line North Wales coast route between Prestatyn and Flint. Good colour and shine, one small knick next to the 'S', doesn't detract.

381

Stevengraph Woven In Silk 'The Present Time - 60 Miles An Hour' Woven in Silk by Thomas Stevens, Inventor and Manufacturer, Coventry and London (Registered). Originally issued in 1879 at the York Exhibition and called 'Stephensons Triumph', this one was produced in 1879 and depicts LORD HOWE with 2 Coaches. Measures approximately 5¾" x 8" in a glazed frame with details of other silks in advert form showing on rear. Exceptional condition with colours still extremely vibrant. A great rarity.

382

Brass Locomotive Makers Plate HUNSLET - GMT. Used on a Channel Tunnel Locomotive based at Dollands Moor. The 'GMT' stands for 'Gyro Mining Transport', a Yorkshire company that built mining locos and equipment. Measures 24½" x 4½" approximately and is in clean condition. Together with a few sundry items obtained from disposal at Dollands Moor after the tunnel was completed. There is a class 08 Drivers Handle and Gear Indicator; a Rolls Royce enamel 'Powered By' plate 3" x 5"; a Channel Tunnel Wagon Plate 'Christoph Schottler - Diepholz - Western Germany - Type CFL 150 DCL Loco No 5148', 10½" x 5¾" alloy.

383

Midland Railway PWay Inspection Lamp standing 14½" high and complete with original wedge-shaped reservoir holding a later, BR burner. The lamp has a single, rectangular glass at the front and the rest of the case has a curved back. The chimney bears an oval, brass plate embossed 'Midland Railway Co'. The carrying handle is a thick, brass loop and there is an additional handle at the rear. Unusual.

384

GWR 1948 dual line Signal Box Block Instrument complete with original 'RE Thompson' makers plate and in excellent ex box condition.

385

London & North Western Railway Bridge Plate L&NWR number 68. Normal ampersand style. Face only restored.

386

Telephone Enamel Sign 'Local & Trunk Telephone - Telegrams May Be Telephoned From Here', double sided. White lettering on blue ground measuring 22" x 11½". Excellent colour and shine with only minor defects. Together with an ordinary 'You May Telephone From Here' single sided sign that has been heavily repaired.

387

LYR C/I Signal Box Lever Plates, qty 2 comprising 'LIGHTHOUSE DOWN INTERME BLOCK' and 'HOME AND DISTANT'. Both in ex box condition. Note: Lighthouse Signal Box was just outside Blackpool so these may well have originated from one of the three Blackpool Signal Boxes.

388

Single Line brass and steel Tablet OXSPRING TUNNEL EAST - OXSPRING TUNNEL WEST No 2. Ex Wath line to Penistone where the line joined the Sheffield and Manchester 'Woodhead Route'. Excellent condition throughout.

389

GWR enamel Notice 'Season Tickets Must Be Shewn Here'. A little worse for wear but certainly restorable.

390

BR(W) Totem SEVERN TUNNEL JUNCTION, F/F with the word 'Junction' in the lower panel. Ex GWR station on the Welsh side of the tunnel, once site of the large Motive Power Depot. Extremely good colour and shine just a few chips not affecting the lettering and some edge rust, otherwise a wonderful totem that has not been on the market for over 10 years.

391

North British Railway EPNS Jam spoon , measuring 5½” long and clearly stamped on the back North British Railway Company in garter and Rodgers A1 EP. A rare spoon in excellent condition.

392

A pair of Southern Railway Finials (L&SWR pattern), nicely restored.

393

GWR C/I untitled Notice 'Caution - No Naked Light Whatever To Be Taken Inside This Building Or Near The Doors. When Artificial Light Is Required, Such Light Is To Be Supplied Through Small Window At End Of Building'.

394

North Eastern Railway marble cased Bracket clock. The marble case measures 11” tall x 10” wide and has a 4 inch enamel dial, spade style hands and a cast brass bezel. The Front of the case is engraved NER and this still retains its original gilding, the back of the case has L.N.E.R. 10029 painted at the bottom. The good quality French pendulum movement is in full working condition complete with pendulum and key. The LNER clock records show that this clock was in use at Leeds D.S.O Inspectors Office. A rare clock being the first of this style to appear at Auction.

395

LNWR Signal Box Block Instrument, double dial variety bearing an ivorine plate 'LANCASTER No 1 BOX'. In excellent ex box condition.

396

Shedplate 16D, Mansfield until October 1955 and then Annesley until August 1963 and finally Nottingham until November 1967.

397

GWR cast iron Desk Lamp Stand, painted gold with GWR cast into the base, stands 12” tall with a bowl diameter of 5½”.

398

BR-W Signalbox enamel door sign 11" x 8"  White on Black enamel. BRITISH RAILWAYS WESTERN REGION NOTICE NO UNAUTHORIZED PERSON ALLOWED IN THIS BOX BY ORDER. In Mint condition you won't find a better one.

399

Road Sign 'School' depicting the boy and girl crossing the road.  Complete with original brackets,  21" x 14" and in original condition.

400

BR(S) Totem CANTERBURY WEST, F/F light green. Ex SER station opened as Canterbury in 1846 and renamed in 1899. Good colour and shine but some chipping and repairs. A scarce totem nevertheless.

401

Framed Signal Box Diagram 'Purfleet'. Ex London Tilbury & Southend Box situated between Rainham and Grays in Essex.