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2 BR(S) enamel sign WAITING ROOM, F/F dark green. Measures 24 x 18 and is in extremely good condition with a few minor touch-in areas none affecting the lettering. BR(S) enamel sign WAITING ROOM, F/F dark green. Measures 24 x 18 and is in extremely good condition with a few minor touch-in areas none affecting the lettering. Sold for: £45
3 Alloy Key Token BURTON DASSET - KINETON. Ex East & West Junction Railway, later the Stratford & Midland Junction Railway section in rural Warwickshire between Stratford and Towcester. Alloy Key Token BURTON DASSET - KINETON. Ex East & West Junction Railway, later the Stratford & Midland Junction Railway section in rural Warwickshire between Stratford and Towcester. Sold for: £120
4 GWR pre-grouping Pocketwatch by Rotherhams London, engraved on rear of case with large company initials and the number 1692. GWR shows on the enamel face which is extremely good with no chips or crazing. Working order. GWR pre-grouping Pocketwatch by Rotherhams London, engraved on rear of case with large company initials and the number 1692. GWR shows on the enamel face which is extremely good with no chips or crazing. Working order. Sold for: £150
5 Totem, BR(W) STRATFORD-ON-AVON, H/F. Ex GWR station in the heart of Shakespeare Land in Warwickshire, opened 12 th July 1859 by the OWWR as a branch terminus from Honeybourne. One well executed face repair, a little flat as is normal with these. Totem, BR(W) STRATFORD-ON-AVON, H/F. Ex GWR station in the heart of Shakespeare Land in Warwickshire, opened 12 th July 1859 by the OWWR as a branch terminus from Honeybourne. One well executed face repair, a little flat as is normal with these. Sold for: £440
6 GWR Loco Headlamp complete with original reservoir and burner. Painted white with company initials embossed and picked out in black on the front of the chimney. GWR Loco Headlamp complete with original reservoir and burner. Painted white with company initials embossed and picked out in black on the front of the chimney. Sold for: £300
7 Smokebox Numberplate 45419. Ex Stanier Class 5 4-6-0 Locomotive built by Armstrong Whitworth under works number 1474 in 1937. A copy of the engine records accompany and show that the loco was allocated to Rugby, Walsall, Bescot and Chester. Purchased from Cashmores Great Bridge, along with shedplate and Stanier Hooter for the price of a gallon of petrol. Restored. Smokebox Numberplate 45419. Ex Stanier Class 5 4-6-0 Locomotive built by Armstrong Whitworth under works number 1474 in 1937. A copy of the engine records accompany and show that the loco was allocated to Rugby, Walsall, Bescot and Chester. Purchased from Cashmores Great Bridge, along with shedplate and Stanier Hooter for the price of a gallon of petrol. Restored. Sold for: £300
8 LNWR Double Block Instruments, a pair, one plated 'Up Fast Block' the other plated 'Dn Fast Block' Both appear to be in excellent, ex box condition.. LNWR Double Block Instruments, a pair, one plated 'Up Fast Block' the other plated 'Dn Fast Block' Both appear to be in excellent, ex box condition.. Sold for: £180
9 GWR mahogany cased, drop dial trunk, chain driven Fusee Clock. The movement is a early example having shaped shoulders and a cut out to the bottom, the case is also the earlier type having two side doors and an eight piece wooden surround. Face repainted with the GWR roundel logo long ago. The movement has recently had a main spring fitted and has been lightly overhauled and is in working condition. Delightful case with ivorine plate GWR 3354 on the side. Complete with key. No paperwork but the vendor says it came from Ballingham Station between Hereford and Ross-on-Wye. GWR mahogany cased, drop dial trunk, chain driven Fusee Clock. The movement is a early example having shaped shoulders and a cut out to the bottom, the case is also the earlier type having two side doors and an eight piece wooden surround. Face repainted with the GWR roundel logo long ago. The movement has recently had a main spring fitted and has been lightly overhauled and is in working condition. Delightful case with ivorine plate GWR 3354 on the side. Complete with key. No paperwork but the vendor says it came from Ballingham Station between Hereford and Ross-on-Wye. Sold for: £1,050
10 Totem, BR(S) ALRESFORD, H/F, dark green. Ex LSWR station on the Alton to Winchester line. Opened in 1865 for the new Alton, Alresford and Winchester Railway Company and closed on 5th February 1973 and became part of the Watecress Line under preservation. Very good condition with just slight mottling. A scarce totem. Totem, BR(S) ALRESFORD, H/F, dark green. Ex LSWR station on the Alton to Winchester line. Opened in 1865 for the new Alton, Alresford and Winchester Railway Company and closed on 5th February 1973 and became part of the Watecress Line under preservation. Very good condition with just slight mottling. A scarce totem. Sold for: £1,150
11 London & North Eastern Railway 9 x 5 C/I Works Numberplate 1191 dated 1947. Ex Thompson B1 4-6-0 Locomotive number 1191, later 61191 under British Railways. Built in May 1947 by the North British Locomotive Co Glasgow under works number 26092. Initially a Doncaster loco, it had a couple of years at Immingham before departing North of the border to St Margarets for 10 more years before withdrawal in August 1965. London & North Eastern Railway 9 x 5 C/I Works Numberplate 1191 dated 1947. Ex Thompson B1 4-6-0 Locomotive number 1191, later 61191 under British Railways. Built in May 1947 by the North British Locomotive Co Glasgow under works number 26092. Initially a Doncaster loco, it had a couple of years at Immingham before departing North of the border to St Margarets for 10 more years before withdrawal in August 1965. Sold for: £260
12 Great Central Railway 3 aspect 'Appleton' Guards Handlamp. Stamped on side casing '19504 GCR'. Bullseye Lens, complete with BR reservoir and BR burner. Restored. Great Central Railway 3 aspect 'Appleton' Guards Handlamp. Stamped on side casing '19504 GCR'. Bullseye Lens, complete with BR reservoir and BR burner. Restored. Sold for: £110
13 LMS Signal Box Nameboard TIPTON, wood with cast letters. Measures 35 LMS Signal Box Nameboard TIPTON, wood with cast letters. Measures 35 Sold for: £400
14 Cast Iron Cabside Numberplate 3639. Ex GWR 0-6-0PT built Swindon in October 1939 and allocated to Laira. Remained in the Plymouth area right up until 1959 and then relocated to Neyland until withdrawal in January 1963. Cast Iron Cabside Numberplate 3639. Ex GWR 0-6-0PT built Swindon in October 1939 and allocated to Laira. Remained in the Plymouth area right up until 1959 and then relocated to Neyland until withdrawal in January 1963. Sold for: £420
15 Carriage Print, Bamburgh Castle from a painting by Leonard Squirrell from the LNER series. In an original glazed frame. Carriage Print, Bamburgh Castle from a painting by Leonard Squirrell from the LNER series. In an original glazed frame. Sold for: £40
16 Pullman Car Company china Teacup & Saucer, Side Plate and Butter Dish. A lovely little collection manufactured by Ridgway and bearing the brown and grey 'Grecian Urn' pattern with the Plate and Butter Dish bearing the full Pullman 'double lion' emblem in the centre. All in pristine condition, quite delightful. Pullman Car Company china Teacup & Saucer, Side Plate and Butter Dish. A lovely little collection manufactured by Ridgway and bearing the brown and grey 'Grecian Urn' pattern with the Plate and Butter Dish bearing the full Pullman 'double lion' emblem in the centre. All in pristine condition, quite delightful. Sold for: £160
17 Shedplate 8A, Edge Hill, face restored back ex loco. Shedplate 8A, Edge Hill, face restored back ex loco. Sold for: £70
18 York & Scarborough Railway (NER) Station Platform Lamp bearing the lamp tablet CHERRY BURTON. Ex NER station between Market Weighton and Beverley, opened 1865 and closed forever in 1959. Nice copper chimney with green painted top, no interior. York & Scarborough Railway (NER) Station Platform Lamp bearing the lamp tablet CHERRY BURTON. Ex NER station between Market Weighton and Beverley, opened 1865 and closed forever in 1959. Nice copper chimney with green painted top, no interior. Sold for: £260
19 LSWR C/I Doorplate LAMPS. Measures 11 x 4, face repainted, rear unrestored. LSWR C/I Doorplate LAMPS. Measures 11 x 4, face repainted, rear unrestored. Sold for: £75
20 Totem, BR(NE) MIRFIELD, H/F. Ex-L&YR station between Dewsbury and Huddersfield opened in April 1845, still open today. Some significant areas of restoration. Totem, BR(NE) MIRFIELD, H/F. Ex-L&YR station between Dewsbury and Huddersfield opened in April 1845, still open today. Some significant areas of restoration. Sold for: £700
21 LNER 3 aspect single pie-crust Handlamp, together with an LNER Loco 2 aspect Handlamp, complete with burner and reservoir. Also an LNER Handlamp missing interior, plated FINSBURY PARK BOX No 6. LNER 3 aspect single pie-crust Handlamp, together with an LNER Loco 2 aspect Handlamp, complete with burner and reservoir. Also an LNER Handlamp missing interior, plated FINSBURY PARK BOX No 6. Sold for: £90
22 LNER double dial mahogany cased Block Instrument with circular brass backplate to lower switch. Traffolite plate reads 'Main Line'. Totally unrestored. LNER double dial mahogany cased Block Instrument with circular brass backplate to lower switch. Traffolite plate reads 'Main Line'. Totally unrestored. Sold for: £70
23 GNR 12 mahogany cased Fusee Clock numbered 7745 and lettered LNER on the dial. Ex In working condition, cleaned and oiled recently. LNER records show this clock to have originated from Hull Royal Station Hotel Tea Room. GNR 12 mahogany cased Fusee Clock numbered 7745 and lettered LNER on the dial. Ex In working condition, cleaned and oiled recently. LNER records show this clock to have originated from Hull Royal Station Hotel Tea Room. Sold for: £1,050
24 GWR C/I triangular Boundary Marker with the company initials down either side. Complete with 'foot', which has been left untouched, the main body restored and painted chocolate and cream. GWR C/I triangular Boundary Marker with the company initials down either side. Complete with 'foot', which has been left untouched, the main body restored and painted chocolate and cream. Sold for: £110
25 Nameplate THE ROYAL BRITISH LEGION. Ex BR/EE 25kv Bo-Bo Class 86 originally numbered E3178. Built by the English Electric Co under works number E3470/E316 in August 1965. Renumbered 86244 under TOPS in March 1974 and was named on the 2nd November 1981 by Lady Vivienne Haig, grandaughter of founder Lord Haig at Euston Station. Scrapped in 2003 at Easco, Immingham Railfreight Terminal. This plate is a Swindon casting. Note: The other side was sold in our May 2009 auction. Nameplate THE ROYAL BRITISH LEGION. Ex BR/EE 25kv Bo-Bo Class 86 originally numbered E3178. Built by the English Electric Co under works number E3470/E316 in August 1965. Renumbered 86244 under TOPS in March 1974 and was named on the 2nd November 1981 by Lady Vivienne Haig, grandaughter of founder Lord Haig at Euston Station. Scrapped in 2003 at Easco, Immingham Railfreight Terminal. This plate is a Swindon casting. Note: The other side was sold in our May 2009 auction. Sold for: £950
26 Eight slide boxes containing approximately 1600 35mm colour slides of which 99% are sold with copyright. Top quality comprising:- Diesel; Preserved Steam; Traction Engines; Blackpool Trams; Overseas. All taken between 1970 and 1995. Eight slide boxes containing approximately 1600 35mm colour slides of which 99% are sold with copyright. Top quality comprising:- Diesel; Preserved Steam; Traction Engines; Blackpool Trams; Overseas. All taken between 1970 and 1995. Sold for: £100
27 Peckett Steam Whistle, believed ex 0-4-0ST No. 4, built by Peckett in 1937 under works number 1934 and used at the Millom & Hodbarrow Hermatite Works in Cumbria. Stands 8 Peckett Steam Whistle, believed ex 0-4-0ST No. 4, built by Peckett in 1937 under works number 1934 and used at the Millom & Hodbarrow Hermatite Works in Cumbria. Stands 8 Sold for: £320
28 Lancashire & Yorkshire Railway Coat Of Arms, tastefully mounted on a wooden board measuring 16 x 17, in excellent condition. Lancashire & Yorkshire Railway Coat Of Arms, tastefully mounted on a wooden board measuring 16 x 17, in excellent condition. Sold for: £90
29 GWR C/I Notice re Propping Of Wagon Doors bearing the Manager's name James C. Inglis. Original condition painted in traditional chocolate & cream, 14 GWR C/I Notice re Propping Of Wagon Doors bearing the Manager's name James C. Inglis. Original condition painted in traditional chocolate & cream, 14 Sold for: £50
30 Totem, BR(W), KINGHAM, H/F. Ex GWR station between Worcester and Oxford. Good colour and shine but has a crease on the right wing and a large chip in the lower panel along with a few other minor chips. A scarce totem. Totem, BR(W), KINGHAM, H/F. Ex GWR station between Worcester and Oxford. Good colour and shine but has a crease on the right wing and a large chip in the lower panel along with a few other minor chips. A scarce totem. Sold for: £250
31 GWR steel and brass Single Line Key Token HOLT - PATNEY AND CHIRTON in a steel hoop holder. Ex GWR section through Devizes which left the West of England Main Line at Patney and joined the Bradford Junction to Chippenham line at Holt. Closed forever in April 1966. 'Holt' has been stamped where 'Devizes' has, long ago, been ground off, whereas the rest of the description is actually cast into the brass plate. GWR steel and brass Single Line Key Token HOLT - PATNEY AND CHIRTON in a steel hoop holder. Ex GWR section through Devizes which left the West of England Main Line at Patney and joined the Bradford Junction to Chippenham line at Holt. Closed forever in April 1966. 'Holt' has been stamped where 'Devizes' has, long ago, been ground off, whereas the rest of the description is actually cast into the brass plate. Sold for: £130
32 Carriage Print, River Wharfe from a painting by Frank Sherwin from the LNER series. In an original type glazed frame. Carriage Print, River Wharfe from a painting by Frank Sherwin from the LNER series. In an original type glazed frame. Sold for: £35
33 Lancashire & Yorkshire Railway Steel Plated Handcuffs, clearly stamped with company initials 'L & Y R'. Most unusual and certainly not seen before. Lancashire & Yorkshire Railway Steel Plated Handcuffs, clearly stamped with company initials 'L & Y R'. Most unusual and certainly not seen before. Sold for: £500
34 Guards Whistles, qty 5 pre-grouping comprising:- MR Co P.W.; LNWR P.Way; GNR; GCR P.W.; SER organ pipe. All in very good condition. Guards Whistles, qty 5 pre-grouping comprising:- MR Co P.W.; LNWR P.Way; GNR; GCR P.W.; SER organ pipe. All in very good condition. Sold for: £160
35 Southern Railway enamel Target FOREST ROW. Ex LBSCR station between East Grinstead and Tunbridge Wells West, opened October 1886 and closed January 1967. Some damage below the central lettering that has eaten through but a rare Target well worth restoring. Southern Railway enamel Target FOREST ROW. Ex LBSCR station between East Grinstead and Tunbridge Wells West, opened October 1886 and closed January 1967. Some damage below the central lettering that has eaten through but a rare Target well worth restoring. Sold for: £800
36 S[E]R 3 aspect Handlamp complete with reservoir and SR burner, unrestored. S[E]R 3 aspect Handlamp complete with reservoir and SR burner, unrestored. Sold for: £40
37 Alloy Key Token MANORBIER - PEMBROKE STATION complete with original Hoop. Ex GWR section between Tenby and Pembroke Dock along the picturesque Welsh coast of Pembrokeshire through Saundersfoot. Alloy Key Token MANORBIER - PEMBROKE STATION complete with original Hoop. Ex GWR section between Tenby and Pembroke Dock along the picturesque Welsh coast of Pembrokeshire through Saundersfoot. Sold for: £190
38 LSWR Block Bell. A LSWR Block Bell. A Sold for: £60
39 Shedplate 1C, Watford until March 1965. Shedplate 1C, Watford until March 1965. Sold for: £160
40 Totem, BR(S) WHITCHURCH NORTH, H/F, dark green, single line. Ex LSWR station between Andover and Basingstoke, opened July 1854. Excellent condition with good colour and shine, just a couple of insignificant face chips. An extremely rare totem, never on the market before. Totem, BR(S) WHITCHURCH NORTH, H/F, dark green, single line. Ex LSWR station between Andover and Basingstoke, opened July 1854. Excellent condition with good colour and shine, just a couple of insignificant face chips. An extremely rare totem, never on the market before. Sold for: £500
41 Royal Engineers brass Crest from a WD Locomotive, as mounted above the Nameplates. Measures 8 Royal Engineers brass Crest from a WD Locomotive, as mounted above the Nameplates. Measures 8 Sold for: £40
42 GWR Stratford-On-Avon china Saucer. A delightful item 5 GWR Stratford-On-Avon china Saucer. A delightful item 5 Sold for: £30
43 GWR C/I Annett's Machine painted red with the faceplate a black ground and white lettering. Appears to be complete. GWR C/I Annett's Machine painted red with the faceplate a black ground and white lettering. Appears to be complete. Sold for: £60
44 Headboard THE GRANITE CITY. A painted scroll showing the train name with the initials EIIR and crown atop with thistles either side. This was the Scottish Region Headboard THE GRANITE CITY. A painted scroll showing the train name with the initials EIIR and crown atop with thistles either side. This was the Scottish Region Sold for: £90
45 Single Line Fibre Tablet FELIXSTOWE TOWN - FELIXSTOWE BEACH number 26. Ex GER section on the short section to Felixstowe Pier on the Suffolk coast, closed 1967. Ex box condition. Single Line Fibre Tablet FELIXSTOWE TOWN - FELIXSTOWE BEACH number 26. Ex GER section on the short section to Felixstowe Pier on the Suffolk coast, closed 1967. Ex box condition. Sold for: £130
46 Great Central Railway Coat Of Arms, tastefully mounted on a wooden board measuring 16 x 19 , in excellent condition. Great Central Railway Coat Of Arms, tastefully mounted on a wooden board measuring 16 x 19 , in excellent condition. Sold for: £55
47 BR(E) enamel platform Sign LADIES ROOM, F/F measuring 36 x 12. Good colour and shine and virtually mint condition. BR(E) enamel platform Sign LADIES ROOM, F/F measuring 36 x 12. Good colour and shine and virtually mint condition. Sold for: £60
48 British Pneumatic Railway Signal Company (later British Power Railway Signal Co.) tapered and ribbed Signal Arm and spectacle. A significant and historic item from this company, established in 1900 and under licence from America, pioneering the use of low-pressure air operated points and signals. Initial installations were on the L&SWR around Grateley and Andover, later Basingstoke and Clapham Junction. However, this one was fitted during the 1925 scheme at Cambridge, confirmed by a picture of the Cambridge signals adjacent to Cambridge South Signal Box in 'An Illustrated History of Signalling' by M.A. Vanns on page 62. Further, quality photographs are held at the Kidderminster Railway Museum. British Pneumatic Railway Signal Company (later British Power Railway Signal Co.) tapered and ribbed Signal Arm and spectacle. A significant and historic item from this company, established in 1900 and under licence from America, pioneering the use of low-pressure air operated points and signals. Initial installations were on the L&SWR around Grateley and Andover, later Basingstoke and Clapham Junction. However, this one was fitted during the 1925 scheme at Cambridge, confirmed by a picture of the Cambridge signals adjacent to Cambridge South Signal Box in 'An Illustrated History of Signalling' by M.A. Vanns on page 62. Further, quality photographs are held at the Kidderminster Railway Museum. Sold for: £185
49 GWR 2 Lever Signal Frame, ex Hartlebury Signal Box having original levers and original, oval brass description plates, one showing ''1 Down Main Detonators Off - On' the other showing '2 Up Main Detonators Off-On'. GWR 2 Lever Signal Frame, ex Hartlebury Signal Box having original levers and original, oval brass description plates, one showing ''1 Down Main Detonators Off - On' the other showing '2 Up Main Detonators Off-On'. Sold for: £780
50 Nameplate GLEN SHEIL. Ex North British Railway Class K - Reid 4-4-0 locomotive built at Cowlairs in May 1917and numbered 9298. Renumbered 2479 in March 1946 and then 62479 by BR in March 1948. Primarily an Eastfield loco assigned to the West Highland line. In 1953 it moved to Kittybrewster to replace older 4-4-0's that had been withdrawn. It was from here that withdrawal took place in June 1961. This is of course the flame-cut 'splasher' nameplate. Nameplate GLEN SHEIL. Ex North British Railway Class K - Reid 4-4-0 locomotive built at Cowlairs in May 1917and numbered 9298. Renumbered 2479 in March 1946 and then 62479 by BR in March 1948. Primarily an Eastfield loco assigned to the West Highland line. In 1953 it moved to Kittybrewster to replace older 4-4-0's that had been withdrawn. It was from here that withdrawal took place in June 1961. This is of course the flame-cut 'splasher' nameplate. Sold for: £1,200
51 Totem, BR(NE) CASTLEFORD CENTRAL, H/F. Ex NER station on the Burton Salmon to Normanton line. Opened in 1871, it was a one time through station to York but since 1970, it is a reversing terminus. A very rare totem indeed but sadly, the environment at the station caused considerable fading to the tangerine enamel. However, in view of the rarity, you may never get another example. Totem, BR(NE) CASTLEFORD CENTRAL, H/F. Ex NER station on the Burton Salmon to Normanton line. Opened in 1871, it was a one time through station to York but since 1970, it is a reversing terminus. A very rare totem indeed but sadly, the environment at the station caused considerable fading to the tangerine enamel. However, in view of the rarity, you may never get another example. Sold for: £1,650
52 BR(W) enamel sign Passengers Must Not Cross The Line Except By Means Of The Footbridge. Measures 24 x 48. BR(W) enamel sign Passengers Must Not Cross The Line Except By Means Of The Footbridge. Measures 24 x 48. Sold for: £95
53 BR Bromsgrove Wagon Repair Plates a total of qty 9. Five are mounted on wood, four are loose. Dates are: 1963, 1952, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1961, 1962,and 1964. BR Bromsgrove Wagon Repair Plates a total of qty 9. Five are mounted on wood, four are loose. Dates are: 1963, 1952, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1961, 1962,and 1964. Sold for: £65
54 Shedplate 84A, Wolverhampton until September 1963. Although becoming Laira, this one definitely originated from Stafford Road. Shedplate 84A, Wolverhampton until September 1963. Although becoming Laira, this one definitely originated from Stafford Road. Sold for: £320
55 Smokebox Numberplate 43025. Ex LMS design 2-6-0 class 4 Locomotive built Horwich in 1949. Allocations include Nuneaton, Sutton Oak and Workington. Withdrawn in 1965. Wonderful ex loco condition. Smokebox Numberplate 43025. Ex LMS design 2-6-0 class 4 Locomotive built Horwich in 1949. Allocations include Nuneaton, Sutton Oak and Workington. Withdrawn in 1965. Wonderful ex loco condition. Sold for: £450
56 LNER Pullman Car Clock LNER No 11395. An interesting timepiece that was originally fitted to one of the LNER Pullman cars and later found its way back to Doncaster to be mounted in a custom made mahogany balloon style case. Used as a desk clock by the Medical Officer and eventually resided on the desk of the last General Manager of the Works. An English going barrel movement in full working condition with a silvered dial marked 'H.Hughes & Co Ltd Hudson English Lever, LNER 11395' A rare clock. LNER Pullman Car Clock LNER No 11395. An interesting timepiece that was originally fitted to one of the LNER Pullman cars and later found its way back to Doncaster to be mounted in a custom made mahogany balloon style case. Used as a desk clock by the Medical Officer and eventually resided on the desk of the last General Manager of the Works. An English going barrel movement in full working condition with a silvered dial marked 'H.Hughes & Co Ltd Hudson English Lever, LNER 11395' A rare clock. Sold for: £350
57 Glasgow & South Western Railway Circumferentor as used by company surveyors to measure horizontal angles. Measures 12 diameter, circular brass with company initials engraved clearly in the centre. Housed in original hardwood box. Glasgow & South Western Railway Circumferentor as used by company surveyors to measure horizontal angles. Measures 12 diameter, circular brass with company initials engraved clearly in the centre. Housed in original hardwood box. Sold for: £190
58 Stratford -Upon-Avon & Midland Junction Railway, fully titled, C/I Notice ' Beware Of Trains - Trespassers Will Be Prosecuted'. Lozenge shaped, black lettering on white ground, black border.. Stratford -Upon-Avon & Midland Junction Railway, fully titled, C/I Notice ' Beware Of Trains - Trespassers Will Be Prosecuted'. Lozenge shaped, black lettering on white ground, black border.. Sold for: £100
59 Worksplate The English Electric Co Ltd Vulcan Works Newton-Le-Willows No 3388/D854 1963. Ex Class 37 introduced November 1963 and originally numbered D6910. Under TOPS was renumbered 37693 in July 1986 and then 37210 in Feb 1974. Named SIR WILLIAM ARROL (who designed the Forth Bridge) in March 1990, removed in July 1993. Loco currently stored Tyne Yard. Totally ex loco condition. Worksplate The English Electric Co Ltd Vulcan Works Newton-Le-Willows No 3388/D854 1963. Ex Class 37 introduced November 1963 and originally numbered D6910. Under TOPS was renumbered 37693 in July 1986 and then 37210 in Feb 1974. Named SIR WILLIAM ARROL (who designed the Forth Bridge) in March 1990, removed in July 1993. Loco currently stored Tyne Yard. Totally ex loco condition. Sold for: £350
60 Totem, BR(S) MERSTHAM, H/F, dark green. Ex SER station between Croydon and Redhill, opened in 1845. Some minor edge chipping otherwise in very good condition. A rare totem, not at auction for over 15 years. Totem, BR(S) MERSTHAM, H/F, dark green. Ex SER station between Croydon and Redhill, opened in 1845. Some minor edge chipping otherwise in very good condition. A rare totem, not at auction for over 15 years. Sold for: £500
61 Tyers Single Line brass Key Token engraved GLENFINNAN - ARISAIG No. 22. Ex West Highland Line between Fort William and Mallaig. Ex box condition. Tyers Single Line brass Key Token engraved GLENFINNAN - ARISAIG No. 22. Ex West Highland Line between Fort William and Mallaig. Ex box condition. Sold for: £410
62 Worksplate, Andrew Barclay Sons & Co Limited Caledonia Works Kilmarnock No. 1107 dated 1907, oval brass 16 Worksplate, Andrew Barclay Sons & Co Limited Caledonia Works Kilmarnock No. 1107 dated 1907, oval brass 16 Sold for: £340
63 Shedplate 71J, Highbridge from September 1954 until February 1958. Arguably the rarest of all shedplates, this one is clean ex loco and has the BRS Triangle on rear. Shedplate 71J, Highbridge from September 1954 until February 1958. Arguably the rarest of all shedplates, this one is clean ex loco and has the BRS Triangle on rear. Sold for: £760
64 Steam Whistle with top operating valve, believed to be ex Robert Stephenson Hawthorne 0-4-0ST No. 7010 dated 1940 and used at the Millom & Hodbarrow Hermatite Works in Cumbria. Mounted on a wooden plinth and measuring 8 Steam Whistle with top operating valve, believed to be ex Robert Stephenson Hawthorne 0-4-0ST No. 7010 dated 1940 and used at the Millom & Hodbarrow Hermatite Works in Cumbria. Mounted on a wooden plinth and measuring 8 Sold for: £80
65 Carriage Print, Richmond from a painting by Jack Merriott from the LNER series. In an original glazed frame. Carriage Print, Richmond from a painting by Jack Merriott from the LNER series. In an original glazed frame. Sold for: £70
66 BR(NE) Lion-over-Wheel, Gilt, Station Master Cap Badge together with a BR(E) Loco Lamp complete with reservoir and red glass. BR(NE) Lion-over-Wheel, Gilt, Station Master Cap Badge together with a BR(E) Loco Lamp complete with reservoir and red glass. Sold for: £110
67 Midland Railway Coat Of Arms, tastefully mounted on a wooden board measuring 16 x 17, in excellent condition. Midland Railway Coat Of Arms, tastefully mounted on a wooden board measuring 16 x 17, in excellent condition. Sold for: £65
68 Cabside Numberplate 7435, brass construction. Ex GWR 0-6-0PT built Swindon in 1948. Allocated to Stourbridge Junction until 1963 then Aberdare until withdrawal in July 1964. Comes with original BR receipt dated 9th Nov 1966, an interesting list of loco cabsides available at the time, and a b/w photograph showing the loco at Coaley on a Dursley train in February 1962. Cabside Numberplate 7435, brass construction. Ex GWR 0-6-0PT built Swindon in 1948. Allocated to Stourbridge Junction until 1963 then Aberdare until withdrawal in July 1964. Comes with original BR receipt dated 9th Nov 1966, an interesting list of loco cabsides available at the time, and a b/w photograph showing the loco at Coaley on a Dursley train in February 1962. Sold for: £1,000
69 British Railways wooden Station Platform Fingerboard GLOUCESTER - SHEFFIELD - LEEDS and BRADFORD. Chocolate and cream coloured, as acquired from Bath Green Park station in 1966. British Railways wooden Station Platform Fingerboard GLOUCESTER - SHEFFIELD - LEEDS and BRADFORD. Chocolate and cream coloured, as acquired from Bath Green Park station in 1966. Sold for: £150
70 Totem BR(M) F/F LONG BUCKBY. Ex London and North Western Railway Station on the Northampton loop on the West Coast Main Line and the sole surviving village station on this part of the route. Excellent colour and shine with slight mottling, a tiny chip on the second B, hardly noticeable. Totem BR(M) F/F LONG BUCKBY. Ex London and North Western Railway Station on the Northampton loop on the West Coast Main Line and the sole surviving village station on this part of the route. Excellent colour and shine with slight mottling, a tiny chip on the second B, hardly noticeable. Sold for: £400
71 Poster, 'Old & Young Find Skegness Is So Bracing', BR(E) D/R. Classic image of Jolly Fisherman and young boy skipping down the beach. Published by British Railways Eastern Region and printed by Macmillan Ltd, Derby. Vibrant colour and no rips or tears, although there are some tape stains and minor damage. Would display very well. Poster, 'Old & Young Find Skegness Is So Bracing', BR(E) D/R. Classic image of Jolly Fisherman and young boy skipping down the beach. Published by British Railways Eastern Region and printed by Macmillan Ltd, Derby. Vibrant colour and no rips or tears, although there are some tape stains and minor damage. Would display very well. Sold for: £210
72 Poster, 'Stratford -upon-Avon - Shakespeare's Birthplace' D/R size. Depicts Anne Hathaways Cottage with a bronze image of the Baird superimposed. Published by British Railways Western Region and printed by Waterlow & Sons Ltd. Extremely good condition with very minor edge creasing and a very small tear central bottom edge. Poster, 'Stratford -upon-Avon - Shakespeare's Birthplace' D/R size. Depicts Anne Hathaways Cottage with a bronze image of the Baird superimposed. Published by British Railways Western Region and printed by Waterlow & Sons Ltd. Extremely good condition with very minor edge creasing and a very small tear central bottom edge. Sold for: £60
73 Poster, BR(W) D/R 'Porthcawl - For Happy Healthy Holidays' by Harry Riley. Arguably the best of the Porthcawl posters being the absolute epitome of 1950's holidays at the seaside. Depicting a young boy and girl with their little dog and bucket & spade, on the steps of the beach-front promenade. Lots of families and other trippers around, soaking up the sun, sea & sand. Published by the Railway Executive Western Region and printed by Jordison. Excellent condition with a few creases. Poster, BR(W) D/R 'Porthcawl - For Happy Healthy Holidays' by Harry Riley. Arguably the best of the Porthcawl posters being the absolute epitome of 1950's holidays at the seaside. Depicting a young boy and girl with their little dog and bucket & spade, on the steps of the beach-front promenade. Lots of families and other trippers around, soaking up the sun, sea & sand. Published by the Railway Executive Western Region and printed by Jordison. Excellent condition with a few creases. Sold for: £370
74 Poster, British Railways Q/R 'Britains First All Electric Main Line' by Vic Welch. The famous Woodhead Route with 27000 on a passenger train passing 26051 on a freight train on the Manchester - Sheffield main line. Published by British Railways London Midland Region and printed by Waterlow. Some wrinkling with age but good overall. Poster, British Railways Q/R 'Britains First All Electric Main Line' by Vic Welch. The famous Woodhead Route with 27000 on a passenger train passing 26051 on a freight train on the Manchester - Sheffield main line. Published by British Railways London Midland Region and printed by Waterlow. Some wrinkling with age but good overall. Sold for: £160
75 Poster, GWR 'Devon - The Shire Of Kings' by J.P. Sayer, Q/R size. A most delightful map of Devon with host of inset caricatures and images of famous people, places and anecdotes. Down the left side are the coats of arms of Exeter, Plymouth, Barnstaple, Tavistock and Dartmouth. Large GWR Roundel with the twin shields bottom right. Looks to have been used as publicity for the S.P. Mais 'Glorious Devon' booklet. Published by GWR Paddington No. 50 and printed by Jordiison. Folded with slight border loss top right and tear top left. A few pin holes and minor tears but a wonderful poster nevertheless. Poster, GWR 'Devon - The Shire Of Kings' by J.P. Sayer, Q/R size. A most delightful map of Devon with host of inset caricatures and images of famous people, places and anecdotes. Down the left side are the coats of arms of Exeter, Plymouth, Barnstaple, Tavistock and Dartmouth. Large GWR Roundel with the twin shields bottom right. Looks to have been used as publicity for the S.P. Mais 'Glorious Devon' booklet. Published by GWR Paddington No. 50 and printed by Jordiison. Folded with slight border loss top right and tear top left. A few pin holes and minor tears but a wonderful poster nevertheless. Sold for: £210
76 Poster, GWR (with a mention of the SR) ' Cornwall - Land Of Legend, History & Romance' by J.R. Sayer, Q/R size. A most delightful map of Cornwall with host of inset caricatures and images of famous people, places and anecdotes. Large GWR Roundel and twin shields bottom right. Looks to have been used as publicity for the S.P. Mais 'The Cornish Riviera' booklet. Published by GWR Paddington No. 51 and printed by Jordiison. Folded with a few pin holes and a few clean tears but a wonderful poster nevertheless. Poster, GWR (with a mention of the SR) ' Cornwall - Land Of Legend, History & Romance' by J.R. Sayer, Q/R size. A most delightful map of Cornwall with host of inset caricatures and images of famous people, places and anecdotes. Large GWR Roundel and twin shields bottom right. Looks to have been used as publicity for the S.P. Mais 'The Cornish Riviera' booklet. Published by GWR Paddington No. 51 and printed by Jordiison. Folded with a few pin holes and a few clean tears but a wonderful poster nevertheless. Sold for: £160
77 Poster BR(W), 'Barmouth - Queen Of The Cambrian Coast' by Henry Stringer depicting a lady in traditional Welsh dress overlooking the bay. Published by British Railways(Western Region) PR144/62 and printed by Jordison & Co Ltd. In excellent condition with folds. Poster BR(W), 'Barmouth - Queen Of The Cambrian Coast' by Henry Stringer depicting a lady in traditional Welsh dress overlooking the bay. Published by British Railways(Western Region) PR144/62 and printed by Jordison & Co Ltd. In excellent condition with folds. Sold for: £100
78 Poster, BR(W) 'Llandrindod Wells The Wye Valley Health & Holiday Resort', D/R. A lovely image in Art Deco style across the lake with the hills as a backdrop. Published by the Railway Executive (Western Region) PR3 and printed by Waterlow & Sons. In good condition with folds, one edge tear and a small tear in the image. Poster, BR(W) 'Llandrindod Wells The Wye Valley Health & Holiday Resort', D/R. A lovely image in Art Deco style across the lake with the hills as a backdrop. Published by the Railway Executive (Western Region) PR3 and printed by Waterlow & Sons. In good condition with folds, one edge tear and a small tear in the image. Sold for: £290
79 Poster, 'Service To Industry' by Terence Cuneo, Q/R. Depicts steam and diesel trains arriving and departing at the ICI chemical works at Billingham, Stockton-on-Tees. Virtually mint, no folds or tears at all. Poster, 'Service To Industry' by Terence Cuneo, Q/R. Depicts steam and diesel trains arriving and departing at the ICI chemical works at Billingham, Stockton-on-Tees. Virtually mint, no folds or tears at all. Sold for: £160
80 Poster, 'Isle Of Man For Happy Holidays - See The TT Races June 2nd, 4th & 6th - Travel By Rail From Ardrossan', D/R. Superb image of No. 55 Motor Cycle and Rider with outline of island and course as a backdrop. Although undated, this is most likely to be circa 1960, the days of Mike Hailwood and the appearance of the first Japanese Bikes. As with many posters, the station sent to is written on the back, this one states 'Hillington East' which is near Glasgow. Folds but in excellent condition. Poster, 'Isle Of Man For Happy Holidays - See The TT Races June 2nd, 4th & 6th - Travel By Rail From Ardrossan', D/R. Superb image of No. 55 Motor Cycle and Rider with outline of island and course as a backdrop. Although undated, this is most likely to be circa 1960, the days of Mike Hailwood and the appearance of the first Japanese Bikes. As with many posters, the station sent to is written on the back, this one states 'Hillington East' which is near Glasgow. Folds but in excellent condition. Sold for: £260
81 Poster, British Airways 'Concord - Fly The Future, Fly The Flag', D/R size. Simple, yet effective image of just Concord on a dark blue background. Overall extremely good with some creasing and edge wrinkling. Poster, British Airways 'Concord - Fly The Future, Fly The Flag', D/R size. Simple, yet effective image of just Concord on a dark blue background. Overall extremely good with some creasing and edge wrinkling. Sold for: £750
82 Poster, 'The Tay Bridge - See Scotland By Train' by Terence Cuneo, Q/R size. Wonderful image of Class 40 coming off the bridge and a steam loco heading in the opposite direction. Published by British Railways Scottish Region and printed by Waterlow. Creased and some edge tears, one being 3 clean on the right side. Poster, 'The Tay Bridge - See Scotland By Train' by Terence Cuneo, Q/R size. Wonderful image of Class 40 coming off the bridge and a steam loco heading in the opposite direction. Published by British Railways Scottish Region and printed by Waterlow. Creased and some edge tears, one being 3 clean on the right side. Sold for: £450
83 Worksplate 9 x 5 brass, London & North Eastern Railway 2701 Darlington Works 1927. Ex Gresley Class D 4-4-0 locomotive D49 'Shire' named DERBYSHIRE. Built in the November of 1927, it was originally numbered 251. Renumbered to 2701 by the LNER in December 1946 and finally 62701 by BR in June 1948. Number ground off but still visible but the later BR strip 62701 accompanies. Predominantly a Hull Botanic Gardens and Bridlington loco. Withdrawn in September 1959. Worksplate 9 x 5 brass, London & North Eastern Railway 2701 Darlington Works 1927. Ex Gresley Class D 4-4-0 locomotive D49 'Shire' named DERBYSHIRE. Built in the November of 1927, it was originally numbered 251. Renumbered to 2701 by the LNER in December 1946 and finally 62701 by BR in June 1948. Number ground off but still visible but the later BR strip 62701 accompanies. Predominantly a Hull Botanic Gardens and Bridlington loco. Withdrawn in September 1959. Sold for: £920
84 Smokebox Numberplate 45427. Ex LMS 4-6-0 Class 5 Locomotive built 1927 by Armstrong Whitworth builders number 1482. Allocations include Carnforth, Northampton and Chester Midland. Withdrawn 1966. Smokebox Numberplate 45427. Ex LMS 4-6-0 Class 5 Locomotive built 1927 by Armstrong Whitworth builders number 1482. Allocations include Carnforth, Northampton and Chester Midland. Withdrawn 1966. Sold for: £360
85 Nameplate PEBBLE MILL. Ex BR 25kv Bo-Bo Class 86 originally numbered E3135. Built by British Railways Doncaster Works in January 1966. Renumbered 86040 under TOPS in November 1973 and again to 86256 in March 1975. Named on the 17th November 1981 at Birmingham International Station by Paul Sidey, Head of BBC Network Centre. It was named to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the BBC Pebble Mill centre in Birmingham. The unveiling ceremony was broadcast live on 'Pebble Mill At One'. Withdrawn October 2002 and scrapped in 2006 at Ron Hull Jr, Rotherham. This plate is a Swindon casting. Note: The other side was sold in our May 2009 auction. Note: The other side was sold in our May 2009 auction. Nameplate PEBBLE MILL. Ex BR 25kv Bo-Bo Class 86 originally numbered E3135. Built by British Railways Doncaster Works in January 1966. Renumbered 86040 under TOPS in November 1973 and again to 86256 in March 1975. Named on the 17th November 1981 at Birmingham International Station by Paul Sidey, Head of BBC Network Centre. It was named to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the BBC Pebble Mill centre in Birmingham. The unveiling ceremony was broadcast live on 'Pebble Mill At One'. Withdrawn October 2002 and scrapped in 2006 at Ron Hull Jr, Rotherham. This plate is a Swindon casting. Note: The other side was sold in our May 2009 auction. Note: The other side was sold in our May 2009 auction. Sold for: £1,050
86 LSWR enamel Destination Indicator, ex Guildford station:- Bracknell - Wokingham - Earley - Reading. Black lettering on white ground measuring 8 x 6 LSWR enamel Destination Indicator, ex Guildford station:- Bracknell - Wokingham - Earley - Reading. Black lettering on white ground measuring 8 x 6 Sold for: £120
87 Ian Allan Combine of British Locomotives dated 1944. No underlining whatsoever, just annotated with a Christmas 1944 endearment to the recipient on the inside cover. A wonderful and extremely rare example of one of the firsts. Ian Allan Combine of British Locomotives dated 1944. No underlining whatsoever, just annotated with a Christmas 1944 endearment to the recipient on the inside cover. A wonderful and extremely rare example of one of the firsts. Sold for: £620
88 Original watercolour Painting by well known artist and illustrator Vic Welch of an LNWR double-headed express departing Conway through the castle archway. Image size 17 Original watercolour Painting by well known artist and illustrator Vic Welch of an LNWR double-headed express departing Conway through the castle archway. Image size 17 Sold for: £470
89 Guards Whistles, qty 22, including GWR, LNER, LMS, NBR, BR(W), BR(NE), BR(M), BR(E). All reasonable condition. Guards Whistles, qty 22, including GWR, LNER, LMS, NBR, BR(W), BR(NE), BR(M), BR(E). All reasonable condition. Sold for: £290
90 Totem, BR(S) WINCHESTER CITY, H/F. EX LSWR station opened on the 10 June 1839 by the then London & Southampton Railway. It carried the 'City' name to avoid confusion with the Didcot Newbury & Southampton station named Winchester Cheesehill, later changer to Chesil. When the latter closed in 1966, the remaining station changed its name a year later to simply Winchester. Excellent colour and shine, one small chip bottom right of centre doesn't detract from this rarity. Totem, BR(S) WINCHESTER CITY, H/F. EX LSWR station opened on the 10 June 1839 by the then London & Southampton Railway. It carried the 'City' name to avoid confusion with the Didcot Newbury & Southampton station named Winchester Cheesehill, later changer to Chesil. When the latter closed in 1966, the remaining station changed its name a year later to simply Winchester. Excellent colour and shine, one small chip bottom right of centre doesn't detract from this rarity. Sold for: £2,450
91 Midland Railway C/I Mile Marker '3 Midland Railway C/I Mile Marker '3 Sold for: £75
92 Railway Crockery, a small collection of 9 Teapots comprising:- GNR Refreshment Dept (x2); LNWR Crewe Refreshment Rooms; LNWR Refreshment Room Dept; GNR Dining Car; LNER Refreshment Dept (x2); LMS; MR Co. Some repaired, must be viewed. Railway Crockery, a small collection of 9 Teapots comprising:- GNR Refreshment Dept (x2); LNWR Crewe Refreshment Rooms; LNWR Refreshment Room Dept; GNR Dining Car; LNER Refreshment Dept (x2); LMS; MR Co. Some repaired, must be viewed. Sold for: £75
93 BR(S) enamel Doorplate 'WAITING ROOM', F/F double line. Good colour and shine but some damage around the right top and bottom bolt holes. BR(S) enamel Doorplate 'WAITING ROOM', F/F double line. Good colour and shine but some damage around the right top and bottom bolt holes.
94 GWR machine engraved Signal Box Brass Shelfplate ABERDARE SOUTH PLATFORM LINE. Ex Aberaman Signal Box on the Taff Vale Railway line between Mountain Ash and Aberdare. Measures 4 GWR machine engraved Signal Box Brass Shelfplate ABERDARE SOUTH PLATFORM LINE. Ex Aberaman Signal Box on the Taff Vale Railway line between Mountain Ash and Aberdare. Measures 4 Sold for: £100
95 GWR Staff Jigsaw 'Lost In Transit'. Made up on card to show completeness and accompanied by the original, square box with label May you and yours find entertainment at home in solving this Jig-Saw Puzzle - If its message goes home, you will help to solve a big problem facing the Company'. It is perhaps no wonder this is the rarest of all GWR Jigsaws, issued only to staff in the Goods Departments, it is known to have been rejected by them as intimidating and many were simply confined to the fire!. This one is in excellent condition and the box is extremely good. GWR Staff Jigsaw 'Lost In Transit'. Made up on card to show completeness and accompanied by the original, square box with label May you and yours find entertainment at home in solving this Jig-Saw Puzzle - If its message goes home, you will help to solve a big problem facing the Company'. It is perhaps no wonder this is the rarest of all GWR Jigsaws, issued only to staff in the Goods Departments, it is known to have been rejected by them as intimidating and many were simply confined to the fire!. This one is in excellent condition and the box is extremely good. Sold for: £470
96 Southern Railway Lamp of interesting style and proportions. Brass plated 'Lamp Manufacturing Company, London', it is embossed SR on the side and has feet on the base. Originated from Selhurst Depot and may well have been from the Engineers Department or the Carriage & Wagon Department. Southern Railway Lamp of interesting style and proportions. Brass plated 'Lamp Manufacturing Company, London', it is embossed SR on the side and has feet on the base. Originated from Selhurst Depot and may well have been from the Engineers Department or the Carriage & Wagon Department. Sold for: £60
97 Carriage Print 'Golden Arrow, Continental Express' by Richard Ward from the Southern Region Series. In an original type glazed frame. Carriage Print 'Golden Arrow, Continental Express' by Richard Ward from the Southern Region Series. In an original type glazed frame. Sold for: £100
98 North Eastern Railway Button Whistle. Early Victorian style with a pair of pre 1900 Senior Staff brass buttons, one each side. Complete with original 'pea' and in fine working order. North Eastern Railway Button Whistle. Early Victorian style with a pair of pre 1900 Senior Staff brass buttons, one each side. Complete with original 'pea' and in fine working order. Sold for: £50
99 Royal Crown reputedly carried by Canadian Pacific 4-6-4 'Hudson' Locomotive number 2850 when, along with a couple of other locos, it hauled the Royal Train from Quebec to Vancouver carrying HM King George VI and Queen Elizabeth on their first visit to the Dominion. It was after the visit that the King (who was an avid train enthusiast) approved the fitting of crowns to the running boards of the Hudsons and they became known as 'Royal Hudsons' thereafter. The loco 2850 wore the crown when it was subsequently exhibited at the New York World's Fair. Two of these were made, one for each side of course, so, an incredibly rare and historic item measuring 13 x 13 Royal Crown reputedly carried by Canadian Pacific 4-6-4 'Hudson' Locomotive number 2850 when, along with a couple of other locos, it hauled the Royal Train from Quebec to Vancouver carrying HM King George VI and Queen Elizabeth on their first visit to the Dominion. It was after the visit that the King (who was an avid train enthusiast) approved the fitting of crowns to the running boards of the Hudsons and they became known as 'Royal Hudsons' thereafter. The loco 2850 wore the crown when it was subsequently exhibited at the New York World's Fair. Two of these were made, one for each side of course, so, an incredibly rare and historic item measuring 13 x 13 Sold for: £2,400
100 Nameplate BURGHCLERE GRANGE. Ex GWR 4-6-0 'Grange' Class Locomotive built Swindon September 1936 and numbered under BR 6809. First shed allocation Old Oak Common and in August 1950 moved to Penzance. Another transfer in March 1959 was to Bristol, St. Philip's Marsh. Withdrawn from Southall in July 1963 and scrapped at Swindon Works. Ex loco condition, first time on the market. Note: Burghclere Grange was a mere stones throw from the Didcot Newbury & Southampton railway line a few miles south of Newbury. Nameplate BURGHCLERE GRANGE. Ex GWR 4-6-0 'Grange' Class Locomotive built Swindon September 1936 and numbered under BR 6809. First shed allocation Old Oak Common and in August 1950 moved to Penzance. Another transfer in March 1959 was to Bristol, St. Philip's Marsh. Withdrawn from Southall in July 1963 and scrapped at Swindon Works. Ex loco condition, first time on the market. Note: Burghclere Grange was a mere stones throw from the Didcot Newbury & Southampton railway line a few miles south of Newbury. Sold for: £6,900
101 Cunard Jigsaw Puzzle Loading and unloading a mammoth Cunarder - an everyday scene at the Liverpool, London and Southampton Docks. Made up on card to show completeness, it measures 16 x 12 and comprises approximately 150 pieces. Extremely good condition, the lift-lid box is pretty sound but has scuffs and rubs. One of the rarer Cunard Puzzles. Cunard Jigsaw Puzzle Loading and unloading a mammoth Cunarder - an everyday scene at the Liverpool, London and Southampton Docks. Made up on card to show completeness, it measures 16 x 12 and comprises approximately 150 pieces. Extremely good condition, the lift-lid box is pretty sound but has scuffs and rubs. One of the rarer Cunard Puzzles. Sold for: £60
102 Worksplate The English Electric Co Ltd Vulcan Works Newton-Le-Willows No 3533/D962 dated 1965. Ex Class 37 introduced April 1965 and numbered D6973. Received TOPS number 37273 in 1974 and later 37410 in 1985 (Note, elsewhere in the sale, we have a different plate from a loco that was also numbered 37273 at some time). Named ALUMINIUM 100 in September 1986 at the Alcan Works, Lynemouth. The loco is currently being refurbished at Marcroft Engineering, Stoke-on-Trent. Totally ex loco condition. Worksplate The English Electric Co Ltd Vulcan Works Newton-Le-Willows No 3533/D962 dated 1965. Ex Class 37 introduced April 1965 and numbered D6973. Received TOPS number 37273 in 1974 and later 37410 in 1985 (Note, elsewhere in the sale, we have a different plate from a loco that was also numbered 37273 at some time). Named ALUMINIUM 100 in September 1986 at the Alcan Works, Lynemouth. The loco is currently being refurbished at Marcroft Engineering, Stoke-on-Trent. Totally ex loco condition. Sold for: £360
103 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Holzapfel's Anti Corrosive & Anti Fouling Compositions - Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England. A superb, pictorial sign depicting the two ships, HMS Cornwallis and Cunard Liner Mauritania. Measures 36 x 30 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Holzapfel's Anti Corrosive & Anti Fouling Compositions - Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England. A superb, pictorial sign depicting the two ships, HMS Cornwallis and Cunard Liner Mauritania. Measures 36 x 30 Sold for: £1,100
104 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Webbs Seeds - Wordsley Stourbridge ' depicting the bunch of multi-coloured chrysanthemums. Measures 38 x 27 in a wooden frame. Excellent condition. Enamel Advertising Sign 'Webbs Seeds - Wordsley Stourbridge ' depicting the bunch of multi-coloured chrysanthemums. Measures 38 x 27 in a wooden frame. Excellent condition.
105 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. 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.
106 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Big Tree Gold Medal Wines'. Depicts a large bunch of red and white grapes with a bottle of red and white wine. Very attractive. Measures 28 x 22 with some small areas of restoration. A rare sign, not seen in any reference books. Enamel Advertising Sign 'Big Tree Gold Medal Wines'. Depicts a large bunch of red and white grapes with a bottle of red and white wine. Very attractive. Measures 28 x 22 with some small areas of restoration. A rare sign, not seen in any reference books.
107 Enamel Advertising Sign 'The Original Sturmey Archer 3 Speed & Tricoaster Fitted Here'. Red lettering with black shadow appears in the centre of the gear hub, all on a yellow ground. Double sided with right angled mounting flange. Measures 21 x 13, some restoration but a very rare sign nevertheless. Enamel Advertising Sign 'The Original Sturmey Archer 3 Speed & Tricoaster Fitted Here'. Red lettering with black shadow appears in the centre of the gear hub, all on a yellow ground. Double sided with right angled mounting flange. Measures 21 x 13, some restoration but a very rare sign nevertheless. Sold for: £180
108 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Gossages Magical Free Lathering Soap'. Double sided with right angled wall mounting flange,, other side states 'Wheel Brand (with ships wheel) Gossages Dry Soap'. Measures 16 x 9, no restoration and in excellent condition. Enamel Advertising Sign 'Gossages Magical Free Lathering Soap'. Double sided with right angled wall mounting flange,, other side states 'Wheel Brand (with ships wheel) Gossages Dry Soap'. Measures 16 x 9, no restoration and in excellent condition. Sold for: £160
109 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Spratt's Canary Mixture And Budgerigar Mixture - The Clean, Safe, Sound Bird Seeds That Are Sold Only In Packets' Depicts the Canary made from the word 'Spratts'. Measures 24 x 12, no restoration, extremely good condition. Enamel Advertising Sign 'Spratt's Canary Mixture And Budgerigar Mixture - The Clean, Safe, Sound Bird Seeds That Are Sold Only In Packets' Depicts the Canary made from the word 'Spratts'. Measures 24 x 12, no restoration, extremely good condition. Sold for: £280
110 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Borax Starch Glaze - Improves All Starch - You Cannot Glaze Without It - In Penny Packets Everywhere - The Patent Borax Co Ltd., Ladywood, Birmingham'. White lettering on blue ground depicting the famous Borax Maid and the image of the lady on the packet. Measures 15 x 10 and apart from top left and right bolt hole damage and a chip on the 'B', it is in excellent condition. Enamel Advertising Sign 'Borax Starch Glaze - Improves All Starch - You Cannot Glaze Without It - In Penny Packets Everywhere - The Patent Borax Co Ltd., Ladywood, Birmingham'. White lettering on blue ground depicting the famous Borax Maid and the image of the lady on the packet. Measures 15 x 10 and apart from top left and right bolt hole damage and a chip on the 'B', it is in excellent condition. Sold for: £370
111 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Robin Starch', white lettering on dark blue ground depicting the famous robin sat atop a stiff, white collar. Measures 17 x 11 and is in extremely good condition with very minor edge restoration and very minor pock marks. Overall quite stunning. Enamel Advertising Sign 'Robin Starch', white lettering on dark blue ground depicting the famous robin sat atop a stiff, white collar. Measures 17 x 11 and is in extremely good condition with very minor edge restoration and very minor pock marks. Overall quite stunning. Sold for: £1,250
112 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Globe Metal Polish', dark blue lettering on yellow ground with 'metal' in white. A small 7 x 5 approximately in extremely good condition with minor chipping across the bottom. Enamel Advertising Sign 'Globe Metal Polish', dark blue lettering on yellow ground with 'metal' in white. A small 7 x 5 approximately in extremely good condition with minor chipping across the bottom. Sold for: £230
113 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Hudsons Lamp Oil - Best Lamp Oil At Lowest Price' Dome shaped measuring 7 x 9 approximately. Some extremely good restoration but looks exceptionally good, Enamel Advertising Sign 'Hudsons Lamp Oil - Best Lamp Oil At Lowest Price' Dome shaped measuring 7 x 9 approximately. Some extremely good restoration but looks exceptionally good, Sold for: £270
114 Smokebox Numberplate 48417. Ex 2-8-0 class 8F Locomotive built 1943 at Swindon as ordered by the Railway Executive for the war effort. Originally on loan to the GWR, it was taken into LMS stock a short while before nationalisation. Allocated to Saltley, it found its way to the Western region having a spell at Tyseley and then Stourbridge before transferring to Bolton prior to withdrawal in 1967. Smokebox Numberplate 48417. Ex 2-8-0 class 8F Locomotive built 1943 at Swindon as ordered by the Railway Executive for the war effort. Originally on loan to the GWR, it was taken into LMS stock a short while before nationalisation. Allocated to Saltley, it found its way to the Western region having a spell at Tyseley and then Stourbridge before transferring to Bolton prior to withdrawal in 1967. Sold for: £760
115 Totem, BR(W), PERSHORE,H/F. EX OWWR station between Evesham and Worcester. Excellent colour and shine, just a few small areas of restoration. Totem, BR(W), PERSHORE,H/F. EX OWWR station between Evesham and Worcester. Excellent colour and shine, just a few small areas of restoration. Sold for: £500
116 Industrial Nameplate PARIS. Ex 0-4-0ST Peckett Locomotive, built June 1938 under works number 1949 and sent to Milford Docks Company, Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire. Measures 20 Industrial Nameplate PARIS. Ex 0-4-0ST Peckett Locomotive, built June 1938 under works number 1949 and sent to Milford Docks Company, Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire. Measures 20 Sold for: £400
117 BR(S) enamel Doorplate LAMPS, F/F. Measures 18 x 6, some restoration not affecting lettering. BR(S) enamel Doorplate LAMPS, F/F. Measures 18 x 6, some restoration not affecting lettering. Sold for: £90
118 Southern Railway enamel Target HINCHLEY WOOD. Ex Southern Railway station between Surbiton and Claygate, opened October 1930. Good colour and shine, some repairs already filled but not painted. First time on the market, not known to have Targets so an unprecedented find. Southern Railway enamel Target HINCHLEY WOOD. Ex Southern Railway station between Surbiton and Claygate, opened October 1930. Good colour and shine, some repairs already filled but not painted. First time on the market, not known to have Targets so an unprecedented find. Sold for: £630
119 British Railways Advertising Cards (carriage print style) each very colourful and measuring 24 x 11, qty 2 comprising:- New Pullman Diesel Express Services - The Birmingham Pullman & The Bristol Pullman; The South Wales Pullman, The Bristol Pullman & The Birmingham Pullman. Both have colour images of the train itself, both are excellent but the latter does have a slight dog-ear bottom right. British Railways Advertising Cards (carriage print style) each very colourful and measuring 24 x 11, qty 2 comprising:- New Pullman Diesel Express Services - The Birmingham Pullman & The Bristol Pullman; The South Wales Pullman, The Bristol Pullman & The Birmingham Pullman. Both have colour images of the train itself, both are excellent but the latter does have a slight dog-ear bottom right. Sold for: £170
120 Totem BR(Sc) SCOTSTOUN EAST, F/F. Ex Caledonian Railways station on the North bank of the Clyde between Glasgow Central and Dumbarton. Originally Victoria Park, it was re-named Scotstoun in October 1900 and the 'East' was added in June 1952. Closed 5th October 1964. Virtual mint condition, only once at auction previously and this was the one, so, may well be the only survivor. Totem BR(Sc) SCOTSTOUN EAST, F/F. Ex Caledonian Railways station on the North bank of the Clyde between Glasgow Central and Dumbarton. Originally Victoria Park, it was re-named Scotstoun in October 1900 and the 'East' was added in June 1952. Closed 5th October 1964. Virtual mint condition, only once at auction previously and this was the one, so, may well be the only survivor. Sold for: £600
121 Carriage Print, River Thames at Putney from a painting by Wilson from the LNER series. In an original glazed frame. Carriage Print, River Thames at Putney from a painting by Wilson from the LNER series. In an original glazed frame. Sold for: £50
122 Worksplate LMS BUILT 1906 NB LOCO, oval cast brass. Ex Highland Railway Drummond 4-4-0 'large' Ben Class locomotive No. 47 BEN A BHUIRD. Later LMS number 14416 and BR number 54416, although probably never numbered such having been withdrawn in September 1948. Worksplate LMS BUILT 1906 NB LOCO, oval cast brass. Ex Highland Railway Drummond 4-4-0 'large' Ben Class locomotive No. 47 BEN A BHUIRD. Later LMS number 14416 and BR number 54416, although probably never numbered such having been withdrawn in September 1948. Sold for: £550
123 Tyers No 6 Brass and steel Single Line Tablet LINTON - HAVERHILL No 20, in excellent condition, Haverhill was re engraved when the section was lengthened. From the Great Eastern Railway line from Shelford Tyers No 6 Brass and steel Single Line Tablet LINTON - HAVERHILL No 20, in excellent condition, Haverhill was re engraved when the section was lengthened. From the Great Eastern Railway line from Shelford
124 London Brighton and South Coast Railway C/I Axlebox Cover, measuring 13 London Brighton and South Coast Railway C/I Axlebox Cover, measuring 13 Sold for: £90
125 GWR machine engraved Signal Box Brass Shelfplate CWMBACH JUNCTION. Believed ex Aberaman Signal Box on the Taff Vale Railway line between Mountain Ash and Aberdare. Measures 4 GWR machine engraved Signal Box Brass Shelfplate CWMBACH JUNCTION. Believed ex Aberaman Signal Box on the Taff Vale Railway line between Mountain Ash and Aberdare. Measures 4 Sold for: £100
126 GNR mahogany cased Telegraph Instruments, a pair, one ex Louth Signal Box bearing the side circuit card 'Alford to Grimsby and listing the following locations:- Alford, Aby, Legbourne Road, Louth South, Louth North, Ludboro, North Thoresby, Holton-le-Clay, Waltham, Hainton Street, Grimsby Goods Junction, Grimsby Garden Street. The second has no card but is known to have originated from North Thoresby. Both in extremely good, ex box condition. GNR mahogany cased Telegraph Instruments, a pair, one ex Louth Signal Box bearing the side circuit card 'Alford to Grimsby and listing the following locations:- Alford, Aby, Legbourne Road, Louth South, Louth North, Ludboro, North Thoresby, Holton-le-Clay, Waltham, Hainton Street, Grimsby Goods Junction, Grimsby Garden Street. The second has no card but is known to have originated from North Thoresby. Both in extremely good, ex box condition. Sold for: £190
127 Alloy Key Token DOVEY Jc - ABERDOVEY. Ex Cambrian Railways section on the north side of the Dyfi Estuary in North Central Wales. Excellent condition with original key end. Alloy Key Token DOVEY Jc - ABERDOVEY. Ex Cambrian Railways section on the north side of the Dyfi Estuary in North Central Wales. Excellent condition with original key end.
128 Nameplate CITY OF STOKE ON TRENT. Ex BR/EE 25kv Bo-Bo Class 86 originally numbered E3184. Built by the English Electric Co under works number E3476/E322 in October 1965. Renumbered 86206 under TOPS in July 1973 and was named on the 15th December 1978 by the Lord Mayor of Stoke. Withdrawn from service in October 2002 and finally scrapped at Sims Metals Cardiff in 2004. This plate is a Swindon casting. Nameplate CITY OF STOKE ON TRENT. Ex BR/EE 25kv Bo-Bo Class 86 originally numbered E3184. Built by the English Electric Co under works number E3476/E322 in October 1965. Renumbered 86206 under TOPS in July 1973 and was named on the 15th December 1978 by the Lord Mayor of Stoke. Withdrawn from service in October 2002 and finally scrapped at Sims Metals Cardiff in 2004. This plate is a Swindon casting. Sold for: £2,300
129 Great Eastern Railway C/I Station Platform Seat Ends, qty 2. Both undamaged. Great Eastern Railway C/I Station Platform Seat Ends, qty 2. Both undamaged. Sold for: £290
130 Totem, BR(M), HOLYWELL JUNCTION, F/F. Ex LNWR North Wales location. Extremely good condition throughout. Totem, BR(M), HOLYWELL JUNCTION, F/F. Ex LNWR North Wales location. Extremely good condition throughout. Sold for: £300
131 Shedplate 1E, Bletchley until May 1973. Shedplate 1E, Bletchley until May 1973. Sold for: £120
132 Great Northern Railway (Ireland) 3 aspect Signalman's Handlamp brass plated 'THURLES 8'. Complete with original reservoir clearly stamped G.N.R.I and burner. The lamp body is also stamped 'THURLES 8' and the reducing cone is stamped 'CIE' indicating a later addition. A lovely lamp in excellent condition. Note, Thurles station is in Co. Tipperary and opened in March 1848. It is famed for the location of the arrest of William Smith O'Brien who performed many crimes during The Famine in the mid 19th century. Great Northern Railway (Ireland) 3 aspect Signalman's Handlamp brass plated 'THURLES 8'. Complete with original reservoir clearly stamped G.N.R.I and burner. The lamp body is also stamped 'THURLES 8' and the reducing cone is stamped 'CIE' indicating a later addition. A lovely lamp in excellent condition. Note, Thurles station is in Co. Tipperary and opened in March 1848. It is famed for the location of the arrest of William Smith O'Brien who performed many crimes during The Famine in the mid 19th century. Sold for: £350
133 LMS Hawkseye BREDON. Ex Midland Railway station on the main Birmingham - Bristol route between Bromsgrove and Cheltenham. The station opened in 1840 and closed in January 1965. LMS Hawkseye BREDON. Ex Midland Railway station on the main Birmingham - Bristol route between Bromsgrove and Cheltenham. The station opened in 1840 and closed in January 1965. Sold for: £500
134 London & North Western Railway Waiting Room Display depicting x 12 sepia prints of various destinations in the company's area.. Headed at the top in hand painted brown, red and gold lettering is the company title. Below in the same style 'Places Of Interest And Resorts' also showing on bottom left 'Euston 1899' and bottom right 'Fred Harrison - General Manager'. Measures 67 London & North Western Railway Waiting Room Display depicting x 12 sepia prints of various destinations in the company's area.. Headed at the top in hand painted brown, red and gold lettering is the company title. Below in the same style 'Places Of Interest And Resorts' also showing on bottom left 'Euston 1899' and bottom right 'Fred Harrison - General Manager'. Measures 67 Sold for: £100
135 Midland Railway 12 oak cased Fusee Clock complete with an original Collectors Corner receipt showing the clock to be ex Ketton Signal Box. The original dial shows BR(E) 15200 and ghost lettering of John Smith & Sons, Midland Clock Works, Queen Street, Derby. Note Ketton was between Stamford and Luffenham Junction, closing in June 1966. Working order. Midland Railway 12 oak cased Fusee Clock complete with an original Collectors Corner receipt showing the clock to be ex Ketton Signal Box. The original dial shows BR(E) 15200 and ghost lettering of John Smith & Sons, Midland Clock Works, Queen Street, Derby. Note Ketton was between Stamford and Luffenham Junction, closing in June 1966. Working order. Sold for: £480
136 Enamel AA Roadsign 'Chard 6 Enamel AA Roadsign 'Chard 6 Sold for: £110
137 Collection of qty 8 BR enamel Capbadges comprising: Fishtail- BR(S) 'Porter', BR(Sc) 'Porter', BR(NE) 'Porter', Totem - BR(S) 'Porter', BR(W) 'Guard', BR(NE) 'Foreman', BR(M) 'Foreman'. All in very good condition. Collection of qty 8 BR enamel Capbadges comprising: Fishtail- BR(S) 'Porter', BR(Sc) 'Porter', BR(NE) 'Porter', Totem - BR(S) 'Porter', BR(W) 'Guard', BR(NE) 'Foreman', BR(M) 'Foreman'. All in very good condition. Sold for: £170
138 Oil on Canvas Painting of Castle Class 5058 Earl Of Clancarty on a West Of England Express by Mike Jeffries. Measures 27 x 21 overall in wooden frame and is in excellent condition. Mike Jeffries is a well known Transport Artist, born Plymouth just before the outbreak of WWII and still actively painting on a commission basis. Oil on Canvas Painting of Castle Class 5058 Earl Of Clancarty on a West Of England Express by Mike Jeffries. Measures 27 x 21 overall in wooden frame and is in excellent condition. Mike Jeffries is a well known Transport Artist, born Plymouth just before the outbreak of WWII and still actively painting on a commission basis. Sold for: £260
139 GWR Pregrouping Pocket Watch, by Lancashire Watch Co Ltd Prescot. A good quality English made watch with top wind and lever set for time adjustment. The dial is free from chips and has GWR enamelled below the XII position as well as the makers name. The good quality nickel case has matching numbers 342 to all parts and the back of the case has GWR 1964 hand engraved onto it, the movement is fully signed Lancashire Watch Co Ltd Prescot & London. In fully cleaned and working condition, this type of watch is the rarest GWR pattern of all and the first time we have sold one. GWR Pregrouping Pocket Watch, by Lancashire Watch Co Ltd Prescot. A good quality English made watch with top wind and lever set for time adjustment. The dial is free from chips and has GWR enamelled below the XII position as well as the makers name. The good quality nickel case has matching numbers 342 to all parts and the back of the case has GWR 1964 hand engraved onto it, the movement is fully signed Lancashire Watch Co Ltd Prescot & London. In fully cleaned and working condition, this type of watch is the rarest GWR pattern of all and the first time we have sold one. Sold for: £540
140 Totem BR(S) FOLKESTONE WEST, F/F, light green. Ex South Eastern & Chatham Railway station opened in 1863 as Shorncliffe Camp. Re-named Shorncliffe in July 1926 and finally Folkestone West in September 1962. Virtually mint. Totem BR(S) FOLKESTONE WEST, F/F, light green. Ex South Eastern & Chatham Railway station opened in 1863 as Shorncliffe Camp. Re-named Shorncliffe in July 1926 and finally Folkestone West in September 1962. Virtually mint. Sold for: £400
141 Tyer's No.6 Single Line brass Tablet GLENFINNAN - ANNAT No. 30. Ex West Highland line between Fort William and Mallaig. Re-engraved from an original Glenfinnan - Banavie Tablet. The Glenfinnan to Camus-na-Ha section opened on 15th November 1942 as a wartime measure and re-engraving would have probably occurred then. When the latter box was replaced by Annat signal box on 21st June 1964 it was re-lettered once more. Glenfinnan and Annat signal boxes were both closed on 6 December 1987. Tyer's No.6 Single Line brass Tablet GLENFINNAN - ANNAT No. 30. Ex West Highland line between Fort William and Mallaig. Re-engraved from an original Glenfinnan - Banavie Tablet. The Glenfinnan to Camus-na-Ha section opened on 15th November 1942 as a wartime measure and re-engraving would have probably occurred then. When the latter box was replaced by Annat signal box on 21st June 1964 it was re-lettered once more. Glenfinnan and Annat signal boxes were both closed on 6 December 1987. Sold for: £620
142 Headboard 'THE CATHEDRALS EXPRESS', wooden construction. As used regularly on both Worcester and Old Oak 'Castles' plying the route from Paddington to the cathedral cities of Worcester and Hereford on this wonderful train. Headboard 'THE CATHEDRALS EXPRESS', wooden construction. As used regularly on both Worcester and Old Oak 'Castles' plying the route from Paddington to the cathedral cities of Worcester and Hereford on this wonderful train. Sold for: £1,150
143 Lancashire & Yorkshire 3 aspect Handlamp stamped with the location 'ROSE GROVE' complete with later reservoir and burner. Stamped with company initials on side casing and also on rear, brass clip. Front bullseye lens intact. Restored. Lancashire & Yorkshire 3 aspect Handlamp stamped with the location 'ROSE GROVE' complete with later reservoir and burner. Stamped with company initials on side casing and also on rear, brass clip. Front bullseye lens intact. Restored. Sold for: £130
144 Industrial Locomotive brass Nameplate LONGBRIDGE. Ex 0-4-0DH built by Hunslet number 6982 in 1970. At the Austin Rover Works Longbridge until December 1985 when sent to Marple & Gillott, S. Yorks for scrap. Industrial Locomotive brass Nameplate LONGBRIDGE. Ex 0-4-0DH built by Hunslet number 6982 in 1970. At the Austin Rover Works Longbridge until December 1985 when sent to Marple & Gillott, S. Yorks for scrap. Sold for: £700
145 Original watercolour Paintings by Vic Welch. A total of six, unfinished paintings all approximately 20 x 13 Original watercolour Paintings by Vic Welch. A total of six, unfinished paintings all approximately 20 x 13 Sold for: £220
146 Worksplate, Hudswell Clarke & Co Ltd Railway Foundry Leeds number 1635 dated 1929. Ex Standard Gauge 0-4-0 Saddle Tank built for Sir Lindsay Parkinson Ltd, Talbot Sawmills, Blackpool where it was given the Number 3. Note: Jacob Parkinson and Co, forerunner of Sir Lindsay Parkinson & Co Limited, was founded working from a small shed on Central Drive. As the business expanded into the building trade, the Parkinsons built a sawmill-cum-joinery to supply timber for their projects, and moved into the new premises in Kent Road in 1896. In 1936, they won the contract to build The Liverpool - East Lancashire Road which was Britain's first purpose built intercity highway linking the cities of Manchester and Liverpool. Windle Cutting was excavated and to reove spoil, a temporary railway was laid and this loco would have undoubtedly have been used for this purpose. Worksplate, Hudswell Clarke & Co Ltd Railway Foundry Leeds number 1635 dated 1929. Ex Standard Gauge 0-4-0 Saddle Tank built for Sir Lindsay Parkinson Ltd, Talbot Sawmills, Blackpool where it was given the Number 3. Note: Jacob Parkinson and Co, forerunner of Sir Lindsay Parkinson & Co Limited, was founded working from a small shed on Central Drive. As the business expanded into the building trade, the Parkinsons built a sawmill-cum-joinery to supply timber for their projects, and moved into the new premises in Kent Road in 1896. In 1936, they won the contract to build The Liverpool - East Lancashire Road which was Britain's first purpose built intercity highway linking the cities of Manchester and Liverpool. Windle Cutting was excavated and to reove spoil, a temporary railway was laid and this loco would have undoubtedly have been used for this purpose. Sold for: £300
147 Shedplate 1F, Rugby from September 1963 until December 1968. Shedplate 1F, Rugby from September 1963 until December 1968. Sold for: £100
148 Great Central Railway Button Whistle, made from tinplate and soldered to the side are two 25mm GCR Nickel plated buttons, in totally original unclean condition. A rare item not seen by us before. Great Central Railway Button Whistle, made from tinplate and soldered to the side are two 25mm GCR Nickel plated buttons, in totally original unclean condition. A rare item not seen by us before. Sold for: £110
149 Tyers Token Machine, complete as far as can be ascertained. Brass plated number 549, it comes in original condition, ex Pembroke Signal Box. Tyers Token Machine, complete as far as can be ascertained. Brass plated number 549, it comes in original condition, ex Pembroke Signal Box. Sold for: £680
150 North Eastern Railway Oak cased Fusee Clock. An early clock with a moulded wooden surround, back box with 2 side and bottom door. It is a good quality English fusee movement with shaped shoulders. The dial has been re-written post 1948 and now reads 'BR(NE) 11684'. The LNER clock records show that this clock was located at South Stockton Yard Masters office. A nice early clock that has been recently overhauled , complete with pendulum and key. North Eastern Railway Oak cased Fusee Clock. An early clock with a moulded wooden surround, back box with 2 side and bottom door. It is a good quality English fusee movement with shaped shoulders. The dial has been re-written post 1948 and now reads 'BR(NE) 11684'. The LNER clock records show that this clock was located at South Stockton Yard Masters office. A nice early clock that has been recently overhauled , complete with pendulum and key. Sold for: £450
151 BR(M) enamel Doorplate TICKETS, F/F. Most unusual size of 13 BR(M) enamel Doorplate TICKETS, F/F. Most unusual size of 13 Sold for: £130
152 GWR mahogany cased Lamp Repeater with a wonderful, brass plate 'Up Starter Up Advanced Starter Redditch North Up Inner Distant'. Excellent condition, obviously used when BR(W) took over that particular line. GWR mahogany cased Lamp Repeater with a wonderful, brass plate 'Up Starter Up Advanced Starter Redditch North Up Inner Distant'. Excellent condition, obviously used when BR(W) took over that particular line. Sold for: £110
153 Smokebox Numberplate 4675. Ex GWR 0-6-0PT 5700 Class, built Swindon 1944. Allocated to Tondu for most of its working life, withdrawn from Llanelly in June 1965. Clean ex loco. Smokebox Numberplate 4675. Ex GWR 0-6-0PT 5700 Class, built Swindon 1944. Allocated to Tondu for most of its working life, withdrawn from Llanelly in June 1965. Clean ex loco. Sold for: £320
154 LNER cast brass 9 x 5 Tenderplate number 7257. Ex Gresley 2-6-2 V2 Class locomotive number 60917. However, the tenders were not tied to any one loco in particular as they were moved around to different locos quite often. May well have been attached to 60913, the worksplate of which appears elsewhere in this auction. LNER cast brass 9 x 5 Tenderplate number 7257. Ex Gresley 2-6-2 V2 Class locomotive number 60917. However, the tenders were not tied to any one loco in particular as they were moved around to different locos quite often. May well have been attached to 60913, the worksplate of which appears elsewhere in this auction. Sold for: £100
155 Organ Pipe Steam Whistle. Believed to be ex Andrew Barclay 0-4-0ST locomotive No. 1 works number 2333 built 1953 and used at the Millom & Hodbarrow Hermatite Works in Cumbria.. Measures 11 tall and mounted on a wooden plinth. Organ Pipe Steam Whistle. Believed to be ex Andrew Barclay 0-4-0ST locomotive No. 1 works number 2333 built 1953 and used at the Millom & Hodbarrow Hermatite Works in Cumbria.. Measures 11 tall and mounted on a wooden plinth. Sold for: £480
156 Shedplate 56B, Ardsley from July 1956 until October 1965 and then Healey Mills from September 1966 until December 1967. Clean, unrestored condition. Shedplate 56B, Ardsley from July 1956 until October 1965 and then Healey Mills from September 1966 until December 1967. Clean, unrestored condition. Sold for: £85
157 Alloy Key Token PORTMADOC - CRICCIETH. Ex Cambrian Railways section on the southern Lleyn Peninsula in North Wales. Excellent condition. Alloy Key Token PORTMADOC - CRICCIETH. Ex Cambrian Railways section on the southern Lleyn Peninsula in North Wales. Excellent condition. Sold for: £300
158 NER brass, signalbox lever description plate '12 TO OR FROM STAITHS WEDGES' indicating use at or near a Coaling Wharfe around the coal mining fields of the North East. Nice condition. NER brass, signalbox lever description plate '12 TO OR FROM STAITHS WEDGES' indicating use at or near a Coaling Wharfe around the coal mining fields of the North East. Nice condition. Sold for: £110
159 Railway Crockery, a collection of Cups and Mugs qty 23 comprising:- GWR, LNWR, SR, LMS, GNR, NER, Southern Railway, Highland Railway etc. Some with cracks and repairs, must be viewed. Railway Crockery, a collection of Cups and Mugs qty 23 comprising:- GWR, LNWR, SR, LMS, GNR, NER, Southern Railway, Highland Railway etc. Some with cracks and repairs, must be viewed. Sold for: £20
160 Totem, BR(E) MELDRETH, H/F. Ex GNR station on the Hitchin to Cambridge Main Line, opened 1 August 1851. Two holes drilled in the end, repaired crease otherwise good colour and shine. Totem, BR(E) MELDRETH, H/F. Ex GNR station on the Hitchin to Cambridge Main Line, opened 1 August 1851. Two holes drilled in the end, repaired crease otherwise good colour and shine. Sold for: £320
162 Cabside Numberplate 9452, brass construction. Ex 0-6-0PT built by Stephenson & Hawthorn in July 1951 under works number 7589.Allocated to 87A Neath and later 87F Llanelly. Withdrawn in May 1965 and cut up at Birds Bynea in Aug. 1965. Ex loco condition. Cabside Numberplate 9452, brass construction. Ex 0-6-0PT built by Stephenson & Hawthorn in July 1951 under works number 7589.Allocated to 87A Neath and later 87F Llanelly. Withdrawn in May 1965 and cut up at Birds Bynea in Aug. 1965. Ex loco condition. Sold for: £750
163 Collection of qty 29 BR Capbadges, fishtail and totem styles. Some in good condition, some requiring restoration. Collection of qty 29 BR Capbadges, fishtail and totem styles. Some in good condition, some requiring restoration. Sold for: £160
164 BR(Sc) Enamel Station name Poster Heading 29 x 5 BR(Sc) Enamel Station name Poster Heading 29 x 5 Sold for: £200
165 British Railways, GWR pattern C/I sign RAILWAY COMPANIES ENGINES MUST NOT PASS THIS NOTICE. In good original condition, and uncommon sign. British Railways, GWR pattern C/I sign RAILWAY COMPANIES ENGINES MUST NOT PASS THIS NOTICE. In good original condition, and uncommon sign. Sold for: £160
166 Carriage Print, Stirling Bridge from a painting by Jack Merriott from the LNER series. In an original type glazed frame. Carriage Print, Stirling Bridge from a painting by Jack Merriott from the LNER series. In an original type glazed frame. Sold for: £65
167 Shedplate 1G, Woodford Halse from September 1963 until June 1965. Shedplate 1G, Woodford Halse from September 1963 until June 1965. Sold for: £310
168 GWR pine Ticket Cabinet measuring 38 x 44 x 8 GWR pine Ticket Cabinet measuring 38 x 44 x 8 Sold for: £140
169 Works Numberplate/Nameplate MILLOM No. 7. Ex John Fowler 0-4-0DM locomotive works number 4220012 built 1961 and used at the Millom & Hodbarrow Hermatite Works in Cumbria. Oval brass measuring 11 Works Numberplate/Nameplate MILLOM No. 7. Ex John Fowler 0-4-0DM locomotive works number 4220012 built 1961 and used at the Millom & Hodbarrow Hermatite Works in Cumbria. Oval brass measuring 11 Sold for: £140
170 Totem, BR(S) SYON LANE, F/F, dark green. Ex LSWR station between Brentford and Feltham. Very good condition with good colour and shine, one small face chip. Totem, BR(S) SYON LANE, F/F, dark green. Ex LSWR station between Brentford and Feltham. Very good condition with good colour and shine, one small face chip. Sold for: £240
171 LNER Sliding Knob 3 aspect Handlamp. Stamped on reducing cone with the location 'LITTLEPORT 20'. Complete with correct reservoir and burner. Littleport was on the Ely to Kings Lynn line. LNER Sliding Knob 3 aspect Handlamp. Stamped on reducing cone with the location 'LITTLEPORT 20'. Complete with correct reservoir and burner. Littleport was on the Ely to Kings Lynn line. Sold for: £140
172 Industrial Nameplate PHYLLIS, ex standard gauge 0-4-0ST built by Bagnall No.1453 of 1895 which went new to Sir Alfred Hickman at Bilston, Staffs. In 2/1925 it moved to the Oxfordshire Ironstone Company Ltd near Banbury and worked there until 1944 when it was relegated to a siding with a cracked firebox. Apart from its use for a short spell as a snow plough in 1947 it remained there until sold to James Friswell and Son Ltd., also of Banbury, in 9/1951. It was scrapped by them on site 3/1952. Measures 26 x 4 Industrial Nameplate PHYLLIS, ex standard gauge 0-4-0ST built by Bagnall No.1453 of 1895 which went new to Sir Alfred Hickman at Bilston, Staffs. In 2/1925 it moved to the Oxfordshire Ironstone Company Ltd near Banbury and worked there until 1944 when it was relegated to a siding with a cracked firebox. Apart from its use for a short spell as a snow plough in 1947 it remained there until sold to James Friswell and Son Ltd., also of Banbury, in 9/1951. It was scrapped by them on site 3/1952. Measures 26 x 4 Sold for: £700
173 Isle of Man Railway, small Teapot. A wonderful item with the full title scroll beneath the 3 legged motif showing clearly on the side. Manufactured by Dunn Bennett & Co, Burslem, it is white with gold rim and spout decoration, black motif. The spout is protected with a metal cover. Extremely rare and in extremely good, undamaged condition. Isle of Man Railway, small Teapot. A wonderful item with the full title scroll beneath the 3 legged motif showing clearly on the side. Manufactured by Dunn Bennett & Co, Burslem, it is white with gold rim and spout decoration, black motif. The spout is protected with a metal cover. Extremely rare and in extremely good, undamaged condition. Sold for: £190
174 Shedplate 1B, Camden until January 1966. Shedplate 1B, Camden until January 1966. Sold for: £170
175 Smokebox Numberplate 73092. Ex British Railways Standard 4-6-0 Class 5MT Locomotive built October 1955 at Derby. Allocations include Shrewsbury, Gloucester Barnwood, Eastleigh and Guildford. Withdrawn in July 1967 and cut up at Cashmores Newport. Loss to the left hand side. Note: the plate is alloy so a replacement but is ex loco and has clearly been carried. Smokebox Numberplate 73092. Ex British Railways Standard 4-6-0 Class 5MT Locomotive built October 1955 at Derby. Allocations include Shrewsbury, Gloucester Barnwood, Eastleigh and Guildford. Withdrawn in July 1967 and cut up at Cashmores Newport. Loss to the left hand side. Note: the plate is alloy so a replacement but is ex loco and has clearly been carried. Sold for: £150
176 GWR thick card Advertising Notice 24 x 11 with red roundel logo 'Sunday Excursions from Paddington' lists 16 destinations with specimen return fares. Destinations are:- Bath, Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Cheltenham Spa, Chester, Gloucester, Leamington Spa, Malvern, Newport, Oxford, Warwick, Weston-super-Mare, Weymouth, Wolverhampton and Worcester. Wonderful! GWR thick card Advertising Notice 24 x 11 with red roundel logo 'Sunday Excursions from Paddington' lists 16 destinations with specimen return fares. Destinations are:- Bath, Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Cheltenham Spa, Chester, Gloucester, Leamington Spa, Malvern, Newport, Oxford, Warwick, Weston-super-Mare, Weymouth, Wolverhampton and Worcester. Wonderful! Sold for: £270
177 London & North Western Railway brass Locomotive Whistle with valve clearly stamped 'LNW'. Copy of receipt shows this to be ex G2 Super 'D' class number 49417 and purchased from the Loco Stores at Chester Bridge, Crewe for the princely sum of 30/- ( London & North Western Railway brass Locomotive Whistle with valve clearly stamped 'LNW'. Copy of receipt shows this to be ex G2 Super 'D' class number 49417 and purchased from the Loco Stores at Chester Bridge, Crewe for the princely sum of 30/- ( Sold for: £380
178 Nameplate COUNTY OF MERSEYSIDE. Ex BR/EE 25kv Bo-Bo Class 86 originally numbered E3161. Built by the English Electric Co under works number E3453/E299 in October 1965. Renumbered 86249 under TOPS in April 1974 and was named on the 7th September 1981 by Councillor W. Wiseman, Chairman of Merseyside Council at Liverpool Lime Street Station. Withdrawn from service in October 2003 and scrapped in 2005 at JT Landscapes, MOD Caerwent. This plate is a Swindon casting. Note: The other side was sold in our May 2009 auction. Nameplate COUNTY OF MERSEYSIDE. Ex BR/EE 25kv Bo-Bo Class 86 originally numbered E3161. Built by the English Electric Co under works number E3453/E299 in October 1965. Renumbered 86249 under TOPS in April 1974 and was named on the 7th September 1981 by Councillor W. Wiseman, Chairman of Merseyside Council at Liverpool Lime Street Station. Withdrawn from service in October 2003 and scrapped in 2005 at JT Landscapes, MOD Caerwent. This plate is a Swindon casting. Note: The other side was sold in our May 2009 auction. Sold for: £1,100
179 Tyers No 6 Brass and steel Single Line Tablet LONG MELFORD - CAVENDISH No 8 in excellent condition. From the Great Eastern Railway Marks Tey - Sudbury - Haverhill - Cambridge route, which closed west of Sudbury on the 6th March 1967. Tyers No 6 Brass and steel Single Line Tablet LONG MELFORD - CAVENDISH No 8 in excellent condition. From the Great Eastern Railway Marks Tey - Sudbury - Haverhill - Cambridge route, which closed west of Sudbury on the 6th March 1967. Sold for: £300
180 Totem, BR(W) AFON WEN, F/F. Ex Cambrian Railways station between Criccieth and Pwllheli, opened in September 1867 and closed in December 1964. Virtually mint, exceedingly rare, only once on the market ever. Totem, BR(W) AFON WEN, F/F. Ex Cambrian Railways station between Criccieth and Pwllheli, opened in September 1867 and closed in December 1964. Virtually mint, exceedingly rare, only once on the market ever. Sold for: £3,700
181 Worksplate 9 x 5 C/I, London & North Eastern Railway 2494 Cowlairs Works 1920. Ex North British Railways Class K - Reid 4-4-0 locomotive D34. Built in July of 1920, it was originally named GLEN GAU. The LNER were somewhat embarrassed by this naming because no such Glen existed in Scotland, so, in July 1925, it was re-named GLEN GOUR. Withdrawal came in April 1959. Worksplate 9 x 5 C/I, London & North Eastern Railway 2494 Cowlairs Works 1920. Ex North British Railways Class K - Reid 4-4-0 locomotive D34. Built in July of 1920, it was originally named GLEN GAU. The LNER were somewhat embarrassed by this naming because no such Glen existed in Scotland, so, in July 1925, it was re-named GLEN GOUR. Withdrawal came in April 1959. Sold for: £200
182 British Railways(E) 6 carved oak Clock by Dent, numbered 2153. Retailed in the 1920's and supplied to the GER. Good quality movement made by Coventry Astral. Complete with original key. LNER records show this clock to originate from Spelbrook Signal Box, Sawbridgeworth which lay between Broxbourne and Bishops Stortford. British Railways(E) 6 carved oak Clock by Dent, numbered 2153. Retailed in the 1920's and supplied to the GER. Good quality movement made by Coventry Astral. Complete with original key. LNER records show this clock to originate from Spelbrook Signal Box, Sawbridgeworth which lay between Broxbourne and Bishops Stortford. Sold for: £420
183 LMS mahogany cased Signalbox Block Instrument, single dial with handle beneath. LMS mahogany cased Signalbox Block Instrument, single dial with handle beneath. Sold for: £50
184 BR Bromsgrove General Repair Wagon Plates, qty 10 with 5 on a wooden board and 5 loose. Dates are:- 1951, 1953, 1956, 1959, 1961 (2 different months), 1962,1963 and 1969. BR Bromsgrove General Repair Wagon Plates, qty 10 with 5 on a wooden board and 5 loose. Dates are:- 1951, 1953, 1956, 1959, 1961 (2 different months), 1962,1963 and 1969. Sold for: £85
185 Totem, BR(S) FRIMLEY, F/F, light green. Ex LSWR station between Ascot and Ash Vale just north of the main Waterloo - West of England main line at Sturt Junction, opened in 1878. Good colour and shine, some areas of restoration. Totem, BR(S) FRIMLEY, F/F, light green. Ex LSWR station between Ascot and Ash Vale just north of the main Waterloo - West of England main line at Sturt Junction, opened in 1878. Good colour and shine, some areas of restoration. Sold for: £240
186 Caledonian Railway 3 aspect Handlamp with a large brass plate engraved 'KIRKBUDDO STATION No 4'. The cone is stamped 'Caledonian 1622' and the side of the lamp, above the brass plate, is stamped 350 so a very early lamp with a different insert. The reservoir is original and also stamped 'Caledonian' but the burner is a later, unmarked replacement. All aspect glasses are missing. The lamp is totally unrestored. Note: Kirkbuddo station lay between Broughty Ferry and Forfar through the quaint villages of Monikie and Kingsmuir. It closed to passengers on 10th January 1955 and completely on 9th October 1967. Caledonian Railway 3 aspect Handlamp with a large brass plate engraved 'KIRKBUDDO STATION No 4'. The cone is stamped 'Caledonian 1622' and the side of the lamp, above the brass plate, is stamped 350 so a very early lamp with a different insert. The reservoir is original and also stamped 'Caledonian' but the burner is a later, unmarked replacement. All aspect glasses are missing. The lamp is totally unrestored. Note: Kirkbuddo station lay between Broughty Ferry and Forfar through the quaint villages of Monikie and Kingsmuir. It closed to passengers on 10th January 1955 and completely on 9th October 1967. Sold for: £320
187 BR(M) Enamel running in Board CHARWELTON, in two parts. Ex Great Central Railway station, opened on 15 March 1899 and closing almost 64 years later on the 4 March 1963. Measuring 67 x 12 and 76 x 12, both have good colour and shine with just a few small chips. Little or nothing has survived from this location. BR(M) Enamel running in Board CHARWELTON, in two parts. Ex Great Central Railway station, opened on 15 March 1899 and closing almost 64 years later on the 4 March 1963. Measuring 67 x 12 and 76 x 12, both have good colour and shine with just a few small chips. Little or nothing has survived from this location. Sold for: £85
188 WITHDRAWN WITHDRAWN
189 Scammell Mechanical Horse 3 Ton Plate, alloy construction, flat bottom curved top. Ex 1930's 'square box type' vehicle, predecessor of the Scarab. Fitted on the centre front below the radiator, the vehicles were utilised extensively by the railway companies, particularly the GWR and LNER when first introduced in the this one came from the Hereford area and may well have been in use at Hereford station. Scammell Mechanical Horse 3 Ton Plate, alloy construction, flat bottom curved top. Ex 1930's 'square box type' vehicle, predecessor of the Scarab. Fitted on the centre front below the radiator, the vehicles were utilised extensively by the railway companies, particularly the GWR and LNER when first introduced in the this one came from the Hereford area and may well have been in use at Hereford station. Sold for: £160
190 Totem, BR(Sc) RESTON, F/F. Ex North British Railway station on the East Coast Main Line between Berwick-upon-Tweed and Dunbar, junction for the one time link to St Boswells and the Waverley Route via Duns. Opened on the 22nd June 1846 with the Branch to Duns opening on the 13th August 1849. Closed to passengers on the 10th September 1951 and completely on the 7th November 1966. A couple of minor chips, one below the 'N' and one insignificantly near the border. Good colour but a little flat. A great rarity, first time on the market and the very first station on the main line from Berwick to have totems, the next being East Linton beyond Dunbar. Totem, BR(Sc) RESTON, F/F. Ex North British Railway station on the East Coast Main Line between Berwick-upon-Tweed and Dunbar, junction for the one time link to St Boswells and the Waverley Route via Duns. Opened on the 22nd June 1846 with the Branch to Duns opening on the 13th August 1849. Closed to passengers on the 10th September 1951 and completely on the 7th November 1966. A couple of minor chips, one below the 'N' and one insignificantly near the border. Good colour but a little flat. A great rarity, first time on the market and the very first station on the main line from Berwick to have totems, the next being East Linton beyond Dunbar. Sold for: £800
191 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Quaker Oats - In Packets Only - Food For All Seasons'. Dark blue lettering with white outline on an orangey yellow ground. Measures 24 x 12, some areas of restoration but very good overall. Enamel Advertising Sign 'Quaker Oats - In Packets Only - Food For All Seasons'. Dark blue lettering with white outline on an orangey yellow ground. Measures 24 x 12, some areas of restoration but very good overall. Sold for: £130
192 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Buy Hudson's Soap'. Text within a red ground circle with yellow border, all on a dark blue ground with yellow border. Measures 10 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Buy Hudson's Soap'. Text within a red ground circle with yellow border, all on a dark blue ground with yellow border. Measures 10 Sold for: £280
193 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Cruickshanks Lemonade'. Measures 15 x 7, no restoration, extremely good overall. Enamel Advertising Sign 'Cruickshanks Lemonade'. Measures 15 x 7, no restoration, extremely good overall. Sold for: £75
194 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Fill Up Here With National Benzole Mixture'. White lettering within a black arrow and then black lettering with white shadow on a yellow ground. Double sided with right angled mounting flange. Measures 18 x 12, excellent condition. Enamel Advertising Sign 'Fill Up Here With National Benzole Mixture'. White lettering within a black arrow and then black lettering with white shadow on a yellow ground. Double sided with right angled mounting flange. Measures 18 x 12, excellent condition. Sold for: £180
195 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Lyons Tea'. Measures 15 x 11 and is in virtually mint condition. Enamel Advertising Sign 'Lyons Tea'. Measures 15 x 11 and is in virtually mint condition. Sold for: £65
196 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Eat Colman's Mustard With Our Noted Cooked Meats, Pies etc And Enjoy Them More. Blue and red lettering on a white ground with red border. Measures 22 x 14, no restoration and very good overall. Enamel Advertising Sign 'Eat Colman's Mustard With Our Noted Cooked Meats, Pies etc And Enjoy Them More. Blue and red lettering on a white ground with red border. Measures 22 x 14, no restoration and very good overall. Sold for: £110
197 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Robin Starch'. White lettering on deep blue ground. Measures 20 x 12 and is in excellent condition. Enamel Advertising Sign 'Robin Starch'. White lettering on deep blue ground. Measures 20 x 12 and is in excellent condition. Sold for: £170
198 GWR C/I Signal Box Board BONCATH SIGNAL BOX. Measures 73 x 9. Ex GWR location in a quiet village between Whitland and Cardigan. The station opened in August 1886 and closed when the Cardigan service ceased in September 1962. The box would have survived a further 8 months until freight was withdrawn and the line closed completely. GWR C/I Signal Box Board BONCATH SIGNAL BOX. Measures 73 x 9. Ex GWR location in a quiet village between Whitland and Cardigan. The station opened in August 1886 and closed when the Cardigan service ceased in September 1962. The box would have survived a further 8 months until freight was withdrawn and the line closed completely. Sold for: £620
199 Alloy Key Token TOWYN - LLWYNGWRIL. Ex Cambrian Railways section on the beautiful Welsh coast towards Barmouth. Excellent condition with original key end. Alloy Key Token TOWYN - LLWYNGWRIL. Ex Cambrian Railways section on the beautiful Welsh coast towards Barmouth. Excellent condition with original key end. Sold for: £150
200 Nameplate HOUGHTON HALL. Ex Gresley LNER B17 Class 4-6-0 locomotive built Darlington in October 1930 and originally numbered 2812. Renumbered 1612 in 1946 and finally 61612 by BR in January 1949. Withdrawn September 1959. Note: The magnificent Houghton Hall is situated in Norfolk, not far from Sandringham and was the home of Sir Robert Walpole, Britain's first Prime Minister. Nameplate HOUGHTON HALL. Ex Gresley LNER B17 Class 4-6-0 locomotive built Darlington in October 1930 and originally numbered 2812. Renumbered 1612 in 1946 and finally 61612 by BR in January 1949. Withdrawn September 1959. Note: The magnificent Houghton Hall is situated in Norfolk, not far from Sandringham and was the home of Sir Robert Walpole, Britain's first Prime Minister. Sold for: £5,000
201 BR(M) enamel Sign 'PLEASE SHOW TICKETS', F/F measuring 16 x 10. Good colour and shine, minor chipping around part of the edge. BR(M) enamel Sign 'PLEASE SHOW TICKETS', F/F measuring 16 x 10. Good colour and shine, minor chipping around part of the edge. Sold for: £50
202 Totem, BR(S) HAMPTON, F/F, light green. Ex LSWR station on the branch from Strawberry Hill to Shepperton, opened 1st November 1864. Good colour and shine, small chip to the bottom. Totem, BR(S) HAMPTON, F/F, light green. Ex LSWR station on the branch from Strawberry Hill to Shepperton, opened 1st November 1864. Good colour and shine, small chip to the bottom. Sold for: £300
203 Carriage Print, Twizel Bridge from a painting by Jack Merriott from the LNER series. In an original glazed frame. Carriage Print, Twizel Bridge from a painting by Jack Merriott from the LNER series. In an original glazed frame. Sold for: £50
204 Federated Malay States Railway Coat Of Arms mounted on a wooden board. A superb image of a leaping tiger within garter and to the outside, an intricate framework bringing the overall length to 36 (19 wide). Excellent condition throughout. Federated Malay States Railway Coat Of Arms mounted on a wooden board. A superb image of a leaping tiger within garter and to the outside, an intricate framework bringing the overall length to 36 (19 wide). Excellent condition throughout. Sold for: £75
205 Midland & Great Northern Railway C/I Trespass Notice. Midland & Great Northern Railway C/I Trespass Notice. Sold for: £100
206 Smokebox Numberplate 43258. Ex Midland Railway Johnson 0-6-0 Locomotive built 1890. A Gloucester Barnwood engine during BR days but ended up at Sutton Oak prior to withdrawal in 1959. Smokebox Numberplate 43258. Ex Midland Railway Johnson 0-6-0 Locomotive built 1890. A Gloucester Barnwood engine during BR days but ended up at Sutton Oak prior to withdrawal in 1959. Sold for: £380
207 GWR Locomotive Drivers Seat complete with steel mounting bracket. GWR Locomotive Drivers Seat complete with steel mounting bracket. Sold for: £30
208 Great Western Railway red painted, wooden Coal Bucket with handle, beautifully painted in yellow lettering with black shadow ' G.W.R WEYMOUTH LOCO'. Stands 12 high and is 11 Great Western Railway red painted, wooden Coal Bucket with handle, beautifully painted in yellow lettering with black shadow ' G.W.R WEYMOUTH LOCO'. Stands 12 high and is 11 Sold for: £310
209 Glasgow & South Western Railway Ground Signal Mechanism of substantial proportions (and weight). The counter-balance is cast with the company name and the entire mechanism appears to be in full working order. Complete with original C/I Lamp with fitted signal arm plates to show when rotated and a later interior. Glasgow & South Western Railway Ground Signal Mechanism of substantial proportions (and weight). The counter-balance is cast with the company name and the entire mechanism appears to be in full working order. Complete with original C/I Lamp with fitted signal arm plates to show when rotated and a later interior. Sold for: £110
210 Totem BR(S) BOURNEMOUTH WEST, F/F, light green. Ex Somerset and Dorset Joint Railway Terminus opened in 1874 and closed in October 1965. An evocative and desirable sign in excellent condition with only minor edge chips and good colour and shine. Totem BR(S) BOURNEMOUTH WEST, F/F, light green. Ex Somerset and Dorset Joint Railway Terminus opened in 1874 and closed in October 1965. An evocative and desirable sign in excellent condition with only minor edge chips and good colour and shine. Sold for: £1,550
211 London Brighton & South Coast Railway Loco Lamp. A large three aspect loco headlamp Rotating drum showing clear and red with third aperture blanked off which was standard practice. Stamped LB&SCR to top and bottom, LB&SCR full title London Brighton & South Coast Railway Loco Lamp. A large three aspect loco headlamp Rotating drum showing clear and red with third aperture blanked off which was standard practice. Stamped LB&SCR to top and bottom, LB&SCR full title Sold for: £820
212 Shedplate 1D, Devon Road from June 1960 until September 1963 and then Marylebone until May 1973. Shedplate 1D, Devon Road from June 1960 until September 1963 and then Marylebone until May 1973. Sold for: £140
213 North Eastern Railway Signal Box Board RIPLEY. 37 North Eastern Railway Signal Box Board RIPLEY. 37 Sold for: £280
214 Worksplate North British Locomotive Company Ltd Glasgow 1919 Atlas Works 22246. Ex ROD Class 2-8-0 locomotive purchased by the GWR in 1925 and numbered 3044. Originally a Cardiff engine but from nationalisation until withdrawal in 1956, it was allocated to Pontypool Road. Worksplate North British Locomotive Company Ltd Glasgow 1919 Atlas Works 22246. Ex ROD Class 2-8-0 locomotive purchased by the GWR in 1925 and numbered 3044. Originally a Cardiff engine but from nationalisation until withdrawal in 1956, it was allocated to Pontypool Road. Sold for: £1,150
215 BR(S) 12 oak cased, Fusee Clock number 10319, ex Charing Cross station. Back box is also marked 10319. Complete with key and pendulum, In full working condition. BR(S) 12 oak cased, Fusee Clock number 10319, ex Charing Cross station. Back box is also marked 10319. Complete with key and pendulum, In full working condition. Sold for: £640
216 GWR brass Signal Box Shelf Plate TO BRISTOL WEST DEPOT DOWN GOODS LOOP. Most likely from Parson Street Junction Signal Box, machine engraved. GWR brass Signal Box Shelf Plate TO BRISTOL WEST DEPOT DOWN GOODS LOOP. Most likely from Parson Street Junction Signal Box, machine engraved. Sold for: £80
217 LNWR 3 aspect Guards Handlamp stamped 'L&NWR Carr Dep WOL' on both the side and reducing cone. Also stamped 'LMSR Wol A 4882'. Complete with correct reservoir and burner. LNWR 3 aspect Guards Handlamp stamped 'L&NWR Carr Dep WOL' on both the side and reducing cone. Also stamped 'LMSR Wol A 4882'. Complete with correct reservoir and burner. Sold for: £50
218 Carriage Print 'Bourton-on-the-Water - Gloucestershire' by Claude Buckle from the Western Region Series. In an original type glazed frame. Excellent condition. Carriage Print 'Bourton-on-the-Water - Gloucestershire' by Claude Buckle from the Western Region Series. In an original type glazed frame. Excellent condition. Sold for: £50
219 Petrol Globe FINA complete with rubber sealing ring on base. A most stunning 'Deco' style 1950's item manufactured from glass and showing 'Fina' on both sides in black shadowed white on a red ground. A rare one for sure and is in extremely good, displayable condition with just a very minor piece out of the rim beneath the seal, a small, hair-line crack near the base and possible some restoration. Petrol Globe FINA complete with rubber sealing ring on base. A most stunning 'Deco' style 1950's item manufactured from glass and showing 'Fina' on both sides in black shadowed white on a red ground. A rare one for sure and is in extremely good, displayable condition with just a very minor piece out of the rim beneath the seal, a small, hair-line crack near the base and possible some restoration.
220 Totem, BR(W), LEDBURY, H/F. Ex GWR station on the Worcester to Hereford line, the Herefordshire side of the Malvern Hills. Very good condition with good colour and shine and a few well executed repairs. Totem, BR(W), LEDBURY, H/F. Ex GWR station on the Worcester to Hereford line, the Herefordshire side of the Malvern Hills. Very good condition with good colour and shine and a few well executed repairs. Sold for: £1,750
221 Shedplate 11A, Carnforth from 1948 until April 1958 and then Barrow-in-Furness until June 1960. Face restored. Shedplate 11A, Carnforth from 1948 until April 1958 and then Barrow-in-Furness until June 1960. Face restored. Sold for: £135
222 British Railways, GWR pattern C/I sign RAILWAY EXECUTIVE ENGINES MUST NOT PASS THIS NOTICE. In good original condition, and uncommon sign British Railways, GWR pattern C/I sign RAILWAY EXECUTIVE ENGINES MUST NOT PASS THIS NOTICE. In good original condition, and uncommon sign Sold for: £110
223 Smokebox Numberplate 4135. Ex GWR 2-6-2T locomotive built Swindon in October 1939 and allocated to Pontypool Road, staying there until 1962 before spending a couple of years at Hereford. Sent for withdrawal to Cardiff East Dock in June 1964. Smokebox Numberplate 4135. Ex GWR 2-6-2T locomotive built Swindon in October 1939 and allocated to Pontypool Road, staying there until 1962 before spending a couple of years at Hereford. Sent for withdrawal to Cardiff East Dock in June 1964. Sold for: £330
224 Industrial Locomotive brass Nameplate LICKEY. Ex 0-6-0DE built by BR Derby in 1952, numbered D3011 and used at Eastleigh Depot until moving to the Austin Longbridge Works in 1973 when this name would have been applied. Scrapped in December 1985 at Marple & Gillott, S. Yorks. Industrial Locomotive brass Nameplate LICKEY. Ex 0-6-0DE built by BR Derby in 1952, numbered D3011 and used at Eastleigh Depot until moving to the Austin Longbridge Works in 1973 when this name would have been applied. Scrapped in December 1985 at Marple & Gillott, S. Yorks. Sold for: £450
225 Great Eastern Railway fully titled C/I Notice 'Trespassers Will Be Prosecuted. Face painted overall in dark blue, rear ex trackside. Great Eastern Railway fully titled C/I Notice 'Trespassers Will Be Prosecuted. Face painted overall in dark blue, rear ex trackside. Sold for: £35
226 London Brighton & South Coast Railway brass Hudsons Thunderer Whistle. Clearly stamped in small lettering 'L.B.& S.C.R' on one side. Excellent condition, complete with original pea and fully functional. A rare one indeed. London Brighton & South Coast Railway brass Hudsons Thunderer Whistle. Clearly stamped in small lettering 'L.B.& S.C.R' on one side. Excellent condition, complete with original pea and fully functional. A rare one indeed. Sold for: £55
227 GWR Pill-box Station Masters Hat in extremely good condition throughout. Small size as most of these were. GWR Pill-box Station Masters Hat in extremely good condition throughout. Small size as most of these were. Sold for: £210
228 London Midland & Scottish Railway Coat Of Arms, tastefully mounted on a wooden board, measuring 20 x 20, in excellent condition. London Midland & Scottish Railway Coat Of Arms, tastefully mounted on a wooden board, measuring 20 x 20, in excellent condition.
229 Single Line Fibre Tablet SHELFORD JUNC - LINTON number 6. Ex GER Stour Valley section between Pampisford and Bartlow within the Cambridge - Audley End - Bartlow triangle. Closed March 1967. Ex box condition. Single Line Fibre Tablet SHELFORD JUNC - LINTON number 6. Ex GER Stour Valley section between Pampisford and Bartlow within the Cambridge - Audley End - Bartlow triangle. Closed March 1967. Ex box condition. Sold for: £80
230 Totem, BR(M) TAMWORTH, F/F. Ex LNWR (low level) or MR (high level) station between Birmingham and Derby and, on the West Coast line, between Rugby and Crewe. Probably the most famous of all 'spotting' locations in the country and absolutely drizzled with memories. Deep colour and shine, indeed in excellent condition with the exception of a small dent bottom right edge and very minor scratches. Totem, BR(M) TAMWORTH, F/F. Ex LNWR (low level) or MR (high level) station between Birmingham and Derby and, on the West Coast line, between Rugby and Crewe. Probably the most famous of all 'spotting' locations in the country and absolutely drizzled with memories. Deep colour and shine, indeed in excellent condition with the exception of a small dent bottom right edge and very minor scratches. Sold for: £740
231 Enamel AA Village Sign 'Rhosneigr' showing Llangefni 11miles, Menai Bridge 18 miles, London 157 miles. Circular 30 diameter with only four small areas of loss to restore. Enamel AA Village Sign 'Rhosneigr' showing Llangefni 11miles, Menai Bridge 18 miles, London 157 miles. Circular 30 diameter with only four small areas of loss to restore. Sold for: £150
232 Worksplate, Brush Sulzer No 483 dated 1963. Oval cast alloy, ex D1755. Received first TOPS number 47541 in September 1974 and named QUEEN MOTHER in October 1982 at Aberdeen station by HRH Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother. The nameplates were removed in February 1991 and transferred to 47703. The loco is preserved at Tyseley. Worksplate, Brush Sulzer No 483 dated 1963. Oval cast alloy, ex D1755. Received first TOPS number 47541 in September 1974 and named QUEEN MOTHER in October 1982 at Aberdeen station by HRH Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother. The nameplates were removed in February 1991 and transferred to 47703. The loco is preserved at Tyseley. Sold for: £200
233 Shedplate 5C, Stafford until July 1965. Face may have been repainted, back is ex loco. Shedplate 5C, Stafford until July 1965. Face may have been repainted, back is ex loco. Sold for: £170
235 Southern Railway enamel Target BECKENHAM JUNCTION. Ex SECR station between Penge and Bromley. Good shine with just a few chips and usual edge knocks. Southern Railway enamel Target BECKENHAM JUNCTION. Ex SECR station between Penge and Bromley. Good shine with just a few chips and usual edge knocks.
236 LMS String Tin as used in the Parcels Department. Best one seen with much of the original, green paint still evident and the initials 'LMS' in yellow well visible. LMS String Tin as used in the Parcels Department. Best one seen with much of the original, green paint still evident and the initials 'LMS' in yellow well visible. Sold for: £80
237 Enamel Street Signs, qty 2, one Russian (measures 16 x 5 Enamel Street Signs, qty 2, one Russian (measures 16 x 5 Sold for: £40
238 British Railways enamel Sign, red on white 'Danger Don't Touch The Conductor Rails'. Measures 20 x 12 British Railways enamel Sign, red on white 'Danger Don't Touch The Conductor Rails'. Measures 20 x 12 Sold for: £20
239 GWR wooden Chairs, a pair, both branded 'GWR' on the rear of the seat frame. Classic Victorian style, both require re-upholstering but would definitely be worthwhile to make an attractive duo. GWR wooden Chairs, a pair, both branded 'GWR' on the rear of the seat frame. Classic Victorian style, both require re-upholstering but would definitely be worthwhile to make an attractive duo. Sold for: £210
240 Totem BR(W) LAPWORTH, F/F. Ex GWR station on the Birmingham Snow Hill to Paddington route. Originally Kingswood, it was re-named in May 1902. Virtually mint. Totem BR(W) LAPWORTH, F/F. Ex GWR station on the Birmingham Snow Hill to Paddington route. Originally Kingswood, it was re-named in May 1902. Virtually mint. Sold for: £350
241 Rhymney Railway brass Whistle by Thunderer. One side stamped 'R.R' the other 'P. Way 70' Excellent, working condition and complete with chain. Rhymney Railway brass Whistle by Thunderer. One side stamped 'R.R' the other 'P. Way 70' Excellent, working condition and complete with chain.
243 Headboard THE FLYING SCOTSMAN. Standard design with rear bracket to fit top central lamp bracket. Information on the rear indicates that this was carried by the loco 4472 Flying Scotsman from Peterborough to Carnforth on Sunday 13th March 1983 as part of the 'diamond jubilee' celebrations. Headboard THE FLYING SCOTSMAN. Standard design with rear bracket to fit top central lamp bracket. Information on the rear indicates that this was carried by the loco 4472 Flying Scotsman from Peterborough to Carnforth on Sunday 13th March 1983 as part of the 'diamond jubilee' celebrations. Sold for: £110
244 Alloy Key Token MAGPIE GROVE - SANDY Jc. Ex GWR section on the Llanelli to Mynydd Mawr line. Earlier known as the Carmarthenshire Tramroad it was established in 1802 and claimed to be the oldest Public Railway in Britain. It closed in 1844 only to re-open in 1883 operated by the newly formed Llanelly and Mynydd Mawr Railway Co. Absorbed by the GWR in 1922 and later, under BR, was worked as a main artery for coal distribution from the Gwendraeth Valley until the closure of Cynheidre Colliery in 1989. Both Sandy and Magpie Boxes opened in July 1962 and closed in February 1968. Ex box condition. Alloy Key Token MAGPIE GROVE - SANDY Jc. Ex GWR section on the Llanelli to Mynydd Mawr line. Earlier known as the Carmarthenshire Tramroad it was established in 1802 and claimed to be the oldest Public Railway in Britain. It closed in 1844 only to re-open in 1883 operated by the newly formed Llanelly and Mynydd Mawr Railway Co. Absorbed by the GWR in 1922 and later, under BR, was worked as a main artery for coal distribution from the Gwendraeth Valley until the closure of Cynheidre Colliery in 1989. Both Sandy and Magpie Boxes opened in July 1962 and closed in February 1968. Ex box condition. Sold for: £50
245 Caledonian Railway cast brass Shelfplate 5 Caledonian Railway cast brass Shelfplate 5 Sold for: £150
246 Shedplate 1H, Northampton from September 1963 until September 1965. Shedplate 1H, Northampton from September 1963 until September 1965. Sold for: £150
247 Enamel Advertising Sign 'John Bull Tyres & Accessories'. Depicts John Bull himself with his Union Flag Vest. Double sided hanging style measures 20 x 20, no restoration, very nice indeed. Enamel Advertising Sign 'John Bull Tyres & Accessories'. Depicts John Bull himself with his Union Flag Vest. Double sided hanging style measures 20 x 20, no restoration, very nice indeed. Sold for: £220
248 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Board Of Agriculture & Fishing' Given to recognised stud farms supplying horses for the war effort. Some restoration to the coat of arms. Enamel Advertising Sign 'Board Of Agriculture & Fishing' Given to recognised stud farms supplying horses for the war effort. Some restoration to the coat of arms. Sold for: £150
249 Indian Railways small enamel sign 'To Stop Train Pull Chain - Penalty For Misuse 50 Rupees'. Measures just 7 x 2 Indian Railways small enamel sign 'To Stop Train Pull Chain - Penalty For Misuse 50 Rupees'. Measures just 7 x 2 Sold for: £75
250 Southern Railway enamel Target KEW GARDENS. Opened by the L&SWR on 1 January 1869, in an area of market gardens and orchards. Located on the branch to Richmond built from the West London Joint Railway starting north of Addison Road. The line ran through Shepherd's Bush and Hammersmith via a now closed curve and Grove Road station in Hammersmith (also now closed). Via a short connection from the N&SWJR to Gunnersbury the line was also served by the NLR. For 5 months in 1870, the GWR ran services from Paddington to Richmond via Hammersmith & City Railway tracks to Grove Road then on the L&SWR tracks through Kew Gardens. Good colour and shine, some repairs already filled but not painted. Extremely rare and desirable, never on the market before. Southern Railway enamel Target KEW GARDENS. Opened by the L&SWR on 1 January 1869, in an area of market gardens and orchards. Located on the branch to Richmond built from the West London Joint Railway starting north of Addison Road. The line ran through Shepherd's Bush and Hammersmith via a now closed curve and Grove Road station in Hammersmith (also now closed). Via a short connection from the N&SWJR to Gunnersbury the line was also served by the NLR. For 5 months in 1870, the GWR ran services from Paddington to Richmond via Hammersmith & City Railway tracks to Grove Road then on the L&SWR tracks through Kew Gardens. Good colour and shine, some repairs already filled but not painted. Extremely rare and desirable, never on the market before. Sold for: £3,300
251 Poster, 'London Midland Electrification - Still Making Progress' by Greene, Q/R. Vibrant scene at Stafford station in 1963 with blue electric E3005 and green electric EMU. Published by British Railways London Midland Region and printed by Waterlow. Edge crinkling and folds, one 2 clean tear right side. Poster, 'London Midland Electrification - Still Making Progress' by Greene, Q/R. Vibrant scene at Stafford station in 1963 with blue electric E3005 and green electric EMU. Published by British Railways London Midland Region and printed by Waterlow. Edge crinkling and folds, one 2 clean tear right side. Sold for: £60
252 Poster, 'London Midland Electrification - Forging Ahead' by Greene, Q/R. Vibrant image of blue electric loco E3005 at speed passing a PW gang and overtaking a green EMU. Published by British Railways London Midland Region and printed by Jordison. Creased and some edge tape repairs. Poster, 'London Midland Electrification - Forging Ahead' by Greene, Q/R. Vibrant image of blue electric loco E3005 at speed passing a PW gang and overtaking a green EMU. Published by British Railways London Midland Region and printed by Jordison. Creased and some edge tape repairs. Sold for: £30
253 Poster, SNCF French Railways 'Paris' by Nathan, D/R size. Wonderful execution of Notre Dame across the Seine with a busy bridge in the foreground. Excellent condition. Poster, SNCF French Railways 'Paris' by Nathan, D/R size. Wonderful execution of Notre Dame across the Seine with a busy bridge in the foreground. Excellent condition. Sold for: £90
254 Poster, SNCF French Railways 'The French Riviera', D/R size. Typical execution showing a colourful, impressionist view of the sea front. Poster, SNCF French Railways 'The French Riviera', D/R size. Typical execution showing a colourful, impressionist view of the sea front. Sold for: £140
255 Poster, Chemin de Fer Francais, 'Provence' by Yves Brayer, D/R size. Depicts a few houses and church through the trees with hills in the background. Excellent condition except a few marks on rear. Poster, Chemin de Fer Francais, 'Provence' by Yves Brayer, D/R size. Depicts a few houses and church through the trees with hills in the background. Excellent condition except a few marks on rear. Sold for: £90
256 Posters, qty 4 to include 'This Is The Age Of The Train with Jimmy Saville'; Intercity APT The Shape Of Things To Come'; The Dorset Coast; 'British Rail Runs Out Of Steam - the 15 Guinea Special Posters, qty 4 to include 'This Is The Age Of The Train with Jimmy Saville'; Intercity APT The Shape Of Things To Come'; The Dorset Coast; 'British Rail Runs Out Of Steam - the 15 Guinea Special Sold for: £320
257 Posters, a bundle of circa 26 French, German & Belgian Railways plus some others, a miscellany of sizes all dated around the 1970's. Posters, a bundle of circa 26 French, German & Belgian Railways plus some others, a miscellany of sizes all dated around the 1970's. Sold for: £70
258 Posters, qty 7 to include:- BR Germany - Harwich showing German Train; BR Holland From Harwich showing Dutch Harbour; SNCF The Atlantic Coast; SNCF The French Alps; SNCF Alsace (Dali); Belgian Railways Bruges; Swedish State Railways Winter In Sweden. Posters, qty 7 to include:- BR Germany - Harwich showing German Train; BR Holland From Harwich showing Dutch Harbour; SNCF The Atlantic Coast; SNCF The French Alps; SNCF Alsace (Dali); Belgian Railways Bruges; Swedish State Railways Winter In Sweden. Sold for: £90
259 Posters, quantity 8 all BR to include:- Sail Away To The Isle Of Man; Arrive Early On The Kent Coast; Port Sunlight Centenary; Ride The Fairbourne; Scotland For Steam; Beautiful Britain; Didcot Centre; Leeds Settle Carlisle; 100 Years Of Mersey Rail. Posters, quantity 8 all BR to include:- Sail Away To The Isle Of Man; Arrive Early On The Kent Coast; Port Sunlight Centenary; Ride The Fairbourne; Scotland For Steam; Beautiful Britain; Didcot Centre; Leeds Settle Carlisle; 100 Years Of Mersey Rail. Sold for: £100
260 Totem BR(S) EXMOUTH, F/F. Ex LSWR station east of the River Exe. Opened on 1 May 1861 with a docks branch being opened in 1868. In 1903 a branch to Tipton St. Johns opened and ran through Budleigh Salterton. This line closed in March 1967 and Exmouth station slowly became a mere shadow of its former glory. One small face chip otherwise excellent colour and shine. Totem BR(S) EXMOUTH, F/F. Ex LSWR station east of the River Exe. Opened on 1 May 1861 with a docks branch being opened in 1868. In 1903 a branch to Tipton St. Johns opened and ran through Budleigh Salterton. This line closed in March 1967 and Exmouth station slowly became a mere shadow of its former glory. One small face chip otherwise excellent colour and shine. Sold for: £1,050
261 Ian Allan Combine of British Railways Locomotives, Summer 1959, no underlining. Ian Allan Combine of British Railways Locomotives, Summer 1959, no underlining. Sold for: £100
262 Somerset and Dorset Somerset and Dorset Sold for: £310
263 Colour Slides, circa 300 modern traction taken late 80's early 90's. Good quality in the main, sold with copyright. Colour Slides, circa 300 modern traction taken late 80's early 90's. Good quality in the main, sold with copyright. Sold for: £35
264 Colour Slides, circa 650 in a cardboard box and a clear slide box. Requires sorting, lots of modern traction and preservation. Colour Slides, circa 650 in a cardboard box and a clear slide box. Requires sorting, lots of modern traction and preservation. Sold for: £55
265 Headboard THE SHAMROCK. Famously used between 1954 until 1966 on locomotives that hauled the London Euston to Liverpool Lime Street Boat Train service with connections to the Coast Lines ferry services from Pier Head to Belfast and Dublin. As well as Princess Royals, Royal Scots and later class 40's, the prototype Deltic hauled this train on many occasions. Headboard THE SHAMROCK. Famously used between 1954 until 1966 on locomotives that hauled the London Euston to Liverpool Lime Street Boat Train service with connections to the Coast Lines ferry services from Pier Head to Belfast and Dublin. As well as Princess Royals, Royal Scots and later class 40's, the prototype Deltic hauled this train on many occasions.
266 Brass Cabside Numberplate 8444. Ex GWR design 0-6-0PT built by William Bagnall in 1954 under works number 2954. Allocated to Aberdare and later Aberbeeg in South Wales. Withdrawn in 1963. Brass Cabside Numberplate 8444. Ex GWR design 0-6-0PT built by William Bagnall in 1954 under works number 2954. Allocated to Aberdare and later Aberbeeg in South Wales. Withdrawn in 1963. Sold for: £850
267 GWR C/I Signal Box Board MAESTEG NEATH ROAD SIGNAL BOX. Ex Port Talbot Railway & Docks, later GWR location between Port Talbot & Pontyrhyll. Measures 102 in length. GWR C/I Signal Box Board MAESTEG NEATH ROAD SIGNAL BOX. Ex Port Talbot Railway & Docks, later GWR location between Port Talbot & Pontyrhyll. Measures 102 in length. Sold for: £500
268 Industrial Nameplate CARMEN. Ex Hunslet Locomotive works number 2396. Rectangualr brass construction, in ex loco condition with a green background. Industrial Nameplate CARMEN. Ex Hunslet Locomotive works number 2396. Rectangualr brass construction, in ex loco condition with a green background. Sold for: £760
269 GWR mahogany cased drop dial trunk chain driven Fusee Clock. A very early example with the makers name SKARRATT WORCESTER clearly visible in ghosted writing on the original dial. The chain driven English fusee movement has shaped shoulders, cut out to the bottom of the plates and ringed pillars. The case is one of the early types with a segmented 8 piece surround and lovely flame mahogany to the drop of the case, 2 side doors and the ivorine plate GWR 2926 affixed to the left hand side. The clock has benefited from an overhauled in the last few years and is excellent working condition complete with key and pendulum. GWR mahogany cased drop dial trunk chain driven Fusee Clock. A very early example with the makers name SKARRATT WORCESTER clearly visible in ghosted writing on the original dial. The chain driven English fusee movement has shaped shoulders, cut out to the bottom of the plates and ringed pillars. The case is one of the early types with a segmented 8 piece surround and lovely flame mahogany to the drop of the case, 2 side doors and the ivorine plate GWR 2926 affixed to the left hand side. The clock has benefited from an overhauled in the last few years and is excellent working condition complete with key and pendulum. Sold for: £2,500
270 Totem BR(M) H/F BLISWORTH. Ex London and North Western Railway West Coast Main Line station and junction for SMJ route to Stratford on Avon, closed in 1960. Excellent colour and shine and a excellent chip repair on the right hand end, probably the best available from this Station. Totem BR(M) H/F BLISWORTH. Ex London and North Western Railway West Coast Main Line station and junction for SMJ route to Stratford on Avon, closed in 1960. Excellent colour and shine and a excellent chip repair on the right hand end, probably the best available from this Station.
271 Nameplate CALDICOT CASTLE. Ex GWR 4-6-0 Locomotive, built Swindon Works December 1923 and numbered 4074. Double chimney and 4 row superheater fitted April 1959. Initially allocated to Old Oak Common, it soon found its way to Swansea, remaining there right up until 1962 when a short spell at Reading then Swindon, saw withdrawal take place in May 1963. Discounting the preserved Caerphilly Castle, this is actually the first of all proper Castles ever built and famously, also took part in the GWR/ LNER locomotive exchange trials of 1925 against Gresley Class A1 Pacific number 4474 Victor Wild, running between Paddington and Portsmouth. Note: The beautiful Caldicot Castle is 5 miles SW of Chepstow, Monmouthshire. Nameplate CALDICOT CASTLE. Ex GWR 4-6-0 Locomotive, built Swindon Works December 1923 and numbered 4074. Double chimney and 4 row superheater fitted April 1959. Initially allocated to Old Oak Common, it soon found its way to Swansea, remaining there right up until 1962 when a short spell at Reading then Swindon, saw withdrawal take place in May 1963. Discounting the preserved Caerphilly Castle, this is actually the first of all proper Castles ever built and famously, also took part in the GWR/ LNER locomotive exchange trials of 1925 against Gresley Class A1 Pacific number 4474 Victor Wild, running between Paddington and Portsmouth. Note: The beautiful Caldicot Castle is 5 miles SW of Chepstow, Monmouthshire. Sold for: £13,900
272 GWR Signal Box Shelf Plate, machine engraved 'St. ANDREWS JUNCTION'. From the Avonmouth to St Andrews line in the Bristol Docks area. Excellent condition. GWR Signal Box Shelf Plate, machine engraved 'St. ANDREWS JUNCTION'. From the Avonmouth to St Andrews line in the Bristol Docks area. Excellent condition. Sold for: £210
273 Brecon & Merthyr Railway Brass and Wood Single Line Staff engraved in large letters PANT JUNC AND IVOR JUNC. The section ran from just north of Dowlais Central where, at Ivor Junction, the L&NWR line from Abergavenny joined the line to Brecon. A quite magnificent train staff, the likes of which we have never seen before. Measures 20 in length with thick brass strips screwed to the wood through the entire length and three indented plates bearing the engravings, these alone being 7 long and 1 wide. A substantial piece of very early signalling. Brecon & Merthyr Railway Brass and Wood Single Line Staff engraved in large letters PANT JUNC AND IVOR JUNC. The section ran from just north of Dowlais Central where, at Ivor Junction, the L&NWR line from Abergavenny joined the line to Brecon. A quite magnificent train staff, the likes of which we have never seen before. Measures 20 in length with thick brass strips screwed to the wood through the entire length and three indented plates bearing the engravings, these alone being 7 long and 1 wide. A substantial piece of very early signalling. Sold for: £2,300
274 Shedplate 88A, Cathays until December 1957 and then Radyr until January 1961, finally Canton until September 1963. Shedplate 88A, Cathays until December 1957 and then Radyr until January 1961, finally Canton until September 1963. Sold for: £150
275 Nameplate PHOENIX. Ex BR/EE 25kv Bo-Bo Class 86 originally numbered E3196. Built by the English Electric Co under works number E3488/E334 in December 1965. Renumbered 86219 under TOPS in October 1973 and was named on the 6th August 1979 at Willesden Depot without ceremony. Withdrawn from service in May 1996 and finally scrapped in 2002 at Easco, Immingham Railfreight Terminal. This plate is a Swindon casting. Nameplate PHOENIX. Ex BR/EE 25kv Bo-Bo Class 86 originally numbered E3196. Built by the English Electric Co under works number E3488/E334 in December 1965. Renumbered 86219 under TOPS in October 1973 and was named on the 6th August 1979 at Willesden Depot without ceremony. Withdrawn from service in May 1996 and finally scrapped in 2002 at Easco, Immingham Railfreight Terminal. This plate is a Swindon casting. Sold for: £2,300
276 Birmingham Corporation Street Sign HALL ST, cast iron with ornate shape and ends. Originated from a bridge parapet near Birmingham Snow Hill Station. Birmingham Corporation Street Sign HALL ST, cast iron with ornate shape and ends. Originated from a bridge parapet near Birmingham Snow Hill Station. Sold for: £150
277 LMS (Midland Railway pattern) alloy Signal Box Lever Description Plates, qty 4 comprising: Up Distant From Kings Norton; Up Outer Home From Kings Norton; Facing Points Main Line To Lifford Junction; Down Lifford To Up Main Outer Home. Ex Lifford West Junction Signal Box, all mounted on a board LMS (Midland Railway pattern) alloy Signal Box Lever Description Plates, qty 4 comprising: Up Distant From Kings Norton; Up Outer Home From Kings Norton; Facing Points Main Line To Lifford Junction; Down Lifford To Up Main Outer Home. Ex Lifford West Junction Signal Box, all mounted on a board Sold for: £90
278 Great Eastern Railway Police Truncheon. Plain design measuring 15 in length with integral, turned handle grip. Stamped clearly 'G.E.R. 23'. Excellent condition. Great Eastern Railway Police Truncheon. Plain design measuring 15 in length with integral, turned handle grip. Stamped clearly 'G.E.R. 23'. Excellent condition.
279 Brass Shedplate 52A Gateshead until October 1965 for steam, then May 1988 for diesel. This ex NER shed used brass codes on its allocation of diesel locos, mainly Class 46 Brass Shedplate 52A Gateshead until October 1965 for steam, then May 1988 for diesel. This ex NER shed used brass codes on its allocation of diesel locos, mainly Class 46 Sold for: £50
280 Totem, BR(W) GRIMES HILL & WYTHALL, F/F. Ex GWR station on the North Warwicks Line between Shirley and Earlswood Lakes. Virtually mint, Extremely scarce, only once ever at auction before and it was this particular one. Totem, BR(W) GRIMES HILL & WYTHALL, F/F. Ex GWR station on the North Warwicks Line between Shirley and Earlswood Lakes. Virtually mint, Extremely scarce, only once ever at auction before and it was this particular one. Sold for: £780
281 London Brighton & South Coast Railway circular wooden String Box measuring 6 London Brighton & South Coast Railway circular wooden String Box measuring 6 Sold for: £140
282 Headboard THE BRITANNIA PHOENIX. Standard design with rear bracket for mounting on the top centre lamp bracket. A b/w and colour photograph accompany showing 70000 BRITANNIA carrying the headboard on the occasion of the re-naming by Kay Swinger, wife of the Chairman (the late Peter W. Swinger) of the Britannia Locomotive Co. Ltd at Crewe Station on 27th July 1991. The train later departed Crewe for Hereford. Headboard THE BRITANNIA PHOENIX. Standard design with rear bracket for mounting on the top centre lamp bracket. A b/w and colour photograph accompany showing 70000 BRITANNIA carrying the headboard on the occasion of the re-naming by Kay Swinger, wife of the Chairman (the late Peter W. Swinger) of the Britannia Locomotive Co. Ltd at Crewe Station on 27th July 1991. The train later departed Crewe for Hereford. Sold for: £75
283 Headboard 'THE BRITANNIA CHESHIREMAN. Rectangular measuring 16 x 51 Headboard 'THE BRITANNIA CHESHIREMAN. Rectangular measuring 16 x 51 Sold for: £40
284 Colour Slides, an enormous collection of Steam from the collection of the late Peter Swinger, Chairman of the Britannia Locomotive Co Ltd. As well as a huge quantity of large slide boxes containing steam through the preservation years, most significantly there is a box dedicated to the history of 70000 BRITANNIA herself. The accompanying literature details not only the slides but details of the many tours that were headed by this famous loco. Colour Slides, an enormous collection of Steam from the collection of the late Peter Swinger, Chairman of the Britannia Locomotive Co Ltd. As well as a huge quantity of large slide boxes containing steam through the preservation years, most significantly there is a box dedicated to the history of 70000 BRITANNIA herself. The accompanying literature details not only the slides but details of the many tours that were headed by this famous loco. Sold for: £65
285 Nameplate FLYING KILTIE, wooden construction, worn by 70000 BRITANNIA for the film 'Lime Street' starring Robert Wagner and John Standing in 1985. It was filmed on the Nene Valley Railway and a b/w photograph accompanies showing the plate fitted to the loco and the film crew on the running board. An interesting and quite historic item indeed. Nameplate FLYING KILTIE, wooden construction, worn by 70000 BRITANNIA for the film 'Lime Street' starring Robert Wagner and John Standing in 1985. It was filmed on the Nene Valley Railway and a b/w photograph accompanies showing the plate fitted to the loco and the film crew on the running board. An interesting and quite historic item indeed. Sold for: £10
286 GWR Brass Drum clock By Skarratt of Worcester, the white porcelain dial which has enamelled on it J.M.SKARRATT & Cie, PARIS, G.W.R. is in excellent condition with no visible repairs or damage, the brass case has an early number 2054 hand engraved into the side. A nice early clock which has recently been cleaned and overhauled and much rarer than the Kays versions. GWR Brass Drum clock By Skarratt of Worcester, the white porcelain dial which has enamelled on it J.M.SKARRATT & Cie, PARIS, G.W.R. is in excellent condition with no visible repairs or damage, the brass case has an early number 2054 hand engraved into the side. A nice early clock which has recently been cleaned and overhauled and much rarer than the Kays versions. Sold for: £450
287 Worksplate 'Built 1955 Doncaster', oval cast iron. Most definitely from one of the 10 Scottish BR Standard Class 5 locomotives in the series 73100 to 73109. In ex loco condition. Worksplate 'Built 1955 Doncaster', oval cast iron. Most definitely from one of the 10 Scottish BR Standard Class 5 locomotives in the series 73100 to 73109. In ex loco condition. Sold for: £30
288 Smokebox Numberplate 47346. Ex LMS class 3F 0-6-0 Locomotive, built 1926 by the North British Locomotive Company with makers number 23415. A Stockpot loco during BR days, withdrawal coming in 1959. Smokebox Numberplate 47346. Ex LMS class 3F 0-6-0 Locomotive, built 1926 by the North British Locomotive Company with makers number 23415. A Stockpot loco during BR days, withdrawal coming in 1959. Sold for: £280
289 London Transport enamel Sign for Embankment with the 3 line table to the right showing Circle Line in yellow, District Line in green and Northern Line in black. To the right is the circular station emblem with the three coloured lines going left and right and the brown, Bakerloo line going top and bottom. Measures just 18 London Transport enamel Sign for Embankment with the 3 line table to the right showing Circle Line in yellow, District Line in green and Northern Line in black. To the right is the circular station emblem with the three coloured lines going left and right and the brown, Bakerloo line going top and bottom. Measures just 18 Sold for: £180
290 Totem BR(S) WEST NORWOOD, H/F, dark green. Ex LBSCR station between Clapham Junction and Crystal Palace, opened December 1856. Virtually mint. Totem BR(S) WEST NORWOOD, H/F, dark green. Ex LBSCR station between Clapham Junction and Crystal Palace, opened December 1856. Virtually mint. Sold for: £300
291 London & North Western Railway copper plated Gauge Glass Lamp complete with original, rape oil burner which is clearly stamped L&NWR. The lamp is stamped with company initials on the top and also on the rear. A delightful little lamp. London & North Western Railway copper plated Gauge Glass Lamp complete with original, rape oil burner which is clearly stamped L&NWR. The lamp is stamped with company initials on the top and also on the rear. A delightful little lamp. Sold for: £80
292 Southern Railway 3 aspect hand lamp. Discovered in Frome and is in 'as found' condition It appears part Midland and part Southern. Southern Railway 3 aspect hand lamp. Discovered in Frome and is in 'as found' condition It appears part Midland and part Southern. Sold for: £175
293 London Brighton & South Coast Railway glass Carafe. Acid etched in large letters 'LB&SCR' on the side, it stands 9 London Brighton & South Coast Railway glass Carafe. Acid etched in large letters 'LB&SCR' on the side, it stands 9
294 London & North Eastern Railway Works Numberplate, 9 x 5, fully tiled and bearing the number 69100 Darlington Works 1902, C/I construction . Ex North Eastern Railway N10 Class Locomotive built in October of 1902 and numbered 1138. Later numbered 9100 by the LNER and finally 69100 by BR in May 1950. Allocated to Gateshead pretty much all of its life. Withdrawn in November 1957. Face only restored in all black long ago. London & North Eastern Railway Works Numberplate, 9 x 5, fully tiled and bearing the number 69100 Darlington Works 1902, C/I construction . Ex North Eastern Railway N10 Class Locomotive built in October of 1902 and numbered 1138. Later numbered 9100 by the LNER and finally 69100 by BR in May 1950. Allocated to Gateshead pretty much all of its life. Withdrawn in November 1957. Face only restored in all black long ago. Sold for: £190
295 Industrial Locomotive brass Nameplate FRANKLEY. Ex 4wDH built by Thomas Hill, Vanguard Works number 283V for use at the Austin Works Cofton Hackett and for some time at Longbridge. Industrial Locomotive brass Nameplate FRANKLEY. Ex 4wDH built by Thomas Hill, Vanguard Works number 283V for use at the Austin Works Cofton Hackett and for some time at Longbridge.
296 LNER 16 mahogany cased Fusee Clock complete with an original Collectors Corner receipt dated 14-7-90. Records show this to have been in use at Enfield Chase Platform. Working order. LNER 16 mahogany cased Fusee Clock complete with an original Collectors Corner receipt dated 14-7-90. Records show this to have been in use at Enfield Chase Platform. Working order. Sold for: £230
297 Smokebox numberplate 42695. Ex LMS Class 4P 2-6-4T locomotive, built Derby in 1945 under Lot 177. Allocated primarily to Glasgow Polmadie, it did see a short spell at Edinburgh and Motherwell. Scrapped in 1964. Appears to be ex loco condition with light blue numbers on a black background. Smokebox numberplate 42695. Ex LMS Class 4P 2-6-4T locomotive, built Derby in 1945 under Lot 177. Allocated primarily to Glasgow Polmadie, it did see a short spell at Edinburgh and Motherwell. Scrapped in 1964. Appears to be ex loco condition with light blue numbers on a black background. Sold for: £280
298 GWR wooden Milepost top showing '134 - III' (134 GWR wooden Milepost top showing '134 - III' (134 Sold for: £45
299 GWR Signal Box Shelf Plate, early hand engraved 'KNOWLE & DORRIDGE LOOP LINE'. Excellent condition. GWR Signal Box Shelf Plate, early hand engraved 'KNOWLE & DORRIDGE LOOP LINE'. Excellent condition. Sold for: £250
301 Alloy Road Sign LOW BRIDGE 15' - 0. Has a full set of reflective beads in the bridge section. Manufacturers name Needham Stockport on rim. Unrestored condition. Alloy Road Sign LOW BRIDGE 15' - 0. Has a full set of reflective beads in the bridge section. Manufacturers name Needham Stockport on rim. Unrestored condition. Sold for: £120
302 Carriage Print 'Ettrick Bay, Island of Bute' by Alistair Macfarlanes, from the Scottish Region series. In an original glazed frame. Excellent condition. Carriage Print 'Ettrick Bay, Island of Bute' by Alistair Macfarlanes, from the Scottish Region series. In an original glazed frame. Excellent condition. Sold for: £220
303 Worksplate, cast alloy, Andrew Barclay & Sons Co Ltd., numbered LWDMU 681 dated 1985. Ex 4-wheeled DH 230Hp Pacer Class 143, 2-car sets numbered 143601 to 143625, AB numbers 669 to 718/1985 to 1986. The initials stand for Light Weight Diesel Multiple Unit. Bodies were built by Walter Alexander of Falkirk and the Underframes by AB. Worksplate, cast alloy, Andrew Barclay & Sons Co Ltd., numbered LWDMU 681 dated 1985. Ex 4-wheeled DH 230Hp Pacer Class 143, 2-car sets numbered 143601 to 143625, AB numbers 669 to 718/1985 to 1986. The initials stand for Light Weight Diesel Multiple Unit. Bodies were built by Walter Alexander of Falkirk and the Underframes by AB. Sold for: £130
304 WITHDRAWN WITHDRAWN
305 Brecon & Merthyr Railway Brass and Wood Single Line Train Staff painted FOCHRIW STATION AND BARGOED COLLIERY. Located near to the GWR & Rhymney Joint line to Cwm Bargoed and north of the Rhymney Railway station of Bargoed itself. Measures 17 Brecon & Merthyr Railway Brass and Wood Single Line Train Staff painted FOCHRIW STATION AND BARGOED COLLIERY. Located near to the GWR & Rhymney Joint line to Cwm Bargoed and north of the Rhymney Railway station of Bargoed itself. Measures 17 Sold for: £1,550
306 London Underground enamel Station Sign ST. JOHNS WOOD. Early, one piece design with black edges. Sadly no bronze frame but a lovely, displayable sign measuring 23 London Underground enamel Station Sign ST. JOHNS WOOD. Early, one piece design with black edges. Sadly no bronze frame but a lovely, displayable sign measuring 23 Sold for: £350
307 Worksplate North British Locomotive No 27417 of 1954, brass diamond shape. Ex Standard Gauge 0-4-0DH which went new to Colvilles Ltd, Clydesbridge Steelworks, Cambuslang, where it was numbered 77/52/10 (formerly 2/1: previously 2/15). It transferred with the site to British Steel in March 1970 and was out of use by the middle of that decade being scrapped shortly afterwards. In ex loco condition. Worksplate North British Locomotive No 27417 of 1954, brass diamond shape. Ex Standard Gauge 0-4-0DH which went new to Colvilles Ltd, Clydesbridge Steelworks, Cambuslang, where it was numbered 77/52/10 (formerly 2/1: previously 2/15). It transferred with the site to British Steel in March 1970 and was out of use by the middle of that decade being scrapped shortly afterwards. In ex loco condition. Sold for: £150
308 GWR brass collared Fogmans Handlamp together with a BR(NE) Guards van Lamp, an unmarked 3 aspect Handlamp; LMS Signal Lamp Interior x 2, a BR(M) Signal lamp Interior and a BR(S) Crossing gate Lamp complete with interior. GWR brass collared Fogmans Handlamp together with a BR(NE) Guards van Lamp, an unmarked 3 aspect Handlamp; LMS Signal Lamp Interior x 2, a BR(M) Signal lamp Interior and a BR(S) Crossing gate Lamp complete with interior. Sold for: £90
309 NER Platform Lamp with station name STAINTON DALE. Ex NER station between Scarborough and Whitby, opened July 1885, closed 8th March 1965. Brass top, the sloping cover has been restored in red. Lacks interior but very attractive and displayable. NER Platform Lamp with station name STAINTON DALE. Ex NER station between Scarborough and Whitby, opened July 1885, closed 8th March 1965. Brass top, the sloping cover has been restored in red. Lacks interior but very attractive and displayable. Sold for: £160
310 Totem, BR(W), COLWALL, F/F. Ex GWR station on the Worcester to Hereford line, the Herefordshire side of the Malvern Hills. Excellent condition with good colour and shine. Totem, BR(W), COLWALL, F/F. Ex GWR station on the Worcester to Hereford line, the Herefordshire side of the Malvern Hills. Excellent condition with good colour and shine. Sold for: £380
311 Industrial Locomotive brass Nameplate COFTON. Ex 4wDM built by Ruston Hornsby number 441933 in 1960 and in use at the Austin Works, Cofton Hackett. Moved to WF & JR Shepherd Ltd., St. Peters Newcastle in July 1978. Industrial Locomotive brass Nameplate COFTON. Ex 4wDM built by Ruston Hornsby number 441933 in 1960 and in use at the Austin Works, Cofton Hackett. Moved to WF & JR Shepherd Ltd., St. Peters Newcastle in July 1978.
312 L&SWR 3 aspect Hand Lamp. A restored, side door type complete with brass strengthening ring. Reducing ring stamped L&SWR with brass plate NE.81 (Nine Elms) plus Brass E plate. Body stamped SWR with large brass L&SWR.Co plate soldered to door. L&SWR 3 aspect Hand Lamp. A restored, side door type complete with brass strengthening ring. Reducing ring stamped L&SWR with brass plate NE.81 (Nine Elms) plus Brass E plate. Body stamped SWR with large brass L&SWR.Co plate soldered to door. Sold for: £240
313 Ian Allan Combine of British Railways Locomotives, Summer 1960, no underlining. Ian Allan Combine of British Railways Locomotives, Summer 1960, no underlining. Sold for: £70
314 LMS enamel Running-In-Board EARDISLEY. Ex Hereford Hay & Brecon Railway, opened June 1863 and taken over by the Midland Railway a few years later. In 1874, the Kington & Eardisley railway opened and Eardisley became a junction. Measures 60 x 26, cream lettering on maroon ground, cream, inset border. Late LMS style, used only on a relatively small number of stations. Reasonable condition with some chips that are well worth restoring. LMS enamel Running-In-Board EARDISLEY. Ex Hereford Hay & Brecon Railway, opened June 1863 and taken over by the Midland Railway a few years later. In 1874, the Kington & Eardisley railway opened and Eardisley became a junction. Measures 60 x 26, cream lettering on maroon ground, cream, inset border. Late LMS style, used only on a relatively small number of stations. Reasonable condition with some chips that are well worth restoring. Sold for: £50
315 Totem, BR(W), HEREFORD, H/F. Ex GWR station on the Cathedrals Express route and also the joint route from Shrewsbury to South Wales. Earlier style with chocolate flange. Excellent colour and shine, hardly any defects at all. Totem, BR(W), HEREFORD, H/F. Ex GWR station on the Cathedrals Express route and also the joint route from Shrewsbury to South Wales. Earlier style with chocolate flange. Excellent colour and shine, hardly any defects at all. Sold for: £360
316 Shedplate 87F, Llanelly until July 1964. Face all black, rear ex loco. Shedplate 87F, Llanelly until July 1964. Face all black, rear ex loco. Sold for: £160
317 GWR wooden Platform Sign with cast letters GENTLEMEN. Measures 48 GWR wooden Platform Sign with cast letters GENTLEMEN. Measures 48 Sold for: £35
318 SECR 3 aspect, square fronted Guards Handlamp stamped 'SE&CR' on the side and also on the reservoir. SECR 3 aspect, square fronted Guards Handlamp stamped 'SE&CR' on the side and also on the reservoir. Sold for: £70
319 Southern Railway enamel Target SOUTHFIELDS. An interesting history being an ex Metropolitan & District Railway station, opened in 1889 and closest to All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club known as Wimbledon. The LSWR opened the extension from East Putney to the Clapham Junction - Barnes Line and worked through the station. The Southern Railway erected Targets but abandoned services through the station in 1941. Good colour and shine, some repairs already filled but not painted. A scarce one for sure. Southern Railway enamel Target SOUTHFIELDS. An interesting history being an ex Metropolitan & District Railway station, opened in 1889 and closest to All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club known as Wimbledon. The LSWR opened the extension from East Putney to the Clapham Junction - Barnes Line and worked through the station. The Southern Railway erected Targets but abandoned services through the station in 1941. Good colour and shine, some repairs already filled but not painted. A scarce one for sure. Sold for: £460
320 Nameplate SANS PAREIL. Ex BR 25kv Bo-Bo Class 86 originally numbered E3106. Built by British Railways Doncaster Works in October 1965. Renumbered 86214 under TOPS in August 1973 and was named on the 17th April 1980 at Willesden Depot without ceremony. Withdrawn from service in October 2002 and scrapped in 2006 by Ron Hull Jr, Rotherham. This plate is a Swindon casting. Note: The other side was sold in our May 2009 auction. Nameplate SANS PAREIL. Ex BR 25kv Bo-Bo Class 86 originally numbered E3106. Built by British Railways Doncaster Works in October 1965. Renumbered 86214 under TOPS in August 1973 and was named on the 17th April 1980 at Willesden Depot without ceremony. Withdrawn from service in October 2002 and scrapped in 2006 by Ron Hull Jr, Rotherham. This plate is a Swindon casting. Note: The other side was sold in our May 2009 auction. Sold for: £2,300
321 Alloy Key Token PENCADER - BRYN TEIFY. Ex GWR section through Pencader Junction on the long gone Carmarthen to Aberystwyth line. Closed February 1965. Traces of yellow paint. Alloy Key Token PENCADER - BRYN TEIFY. Ex GWR section through Pencader Junction on the long gone Carmarthen to Aberystwyth line. Closed February 1965. Traces of yellow paint. Sold for: £190
322 SWRy District Inspectors 3 aspect Hand lamp. A typical tall DI hand lamp with 'Spry' stamped on the body. It has a brass plate on the reducing cone R.S.W BARLOW WATERLOO. There are signs of a further three other plates that have been removed. Copper lens cone and a drop-in, double skinned reservoir having reflector and unmarked brass burner. An uncommon lamp indeed, stripped to bare metal ready for painting. SWRy District Inspectors 3 aspect Hand lamp. A typical tall DI hand lamp with 'Spry' stamped on the body. It has a brass plate on the reducing cone R.S.W BARLOW WATERLOO. There are signs of a further three other plates that have been removed. Copper lens cone and a drop-in, double skinned reservoir having reflector and unmarked brass burner. An uncommon lamp indeed, stripped to bare metal ready for painting. Sold for: £260
323 Cast Iron Finger Post style Road Sign 'To Cowarne Mill & Froome Hill'. Note the early spelling of what is now 'Frome Hill'. Double sided with integral pointing hand. Slight loss at post end. Comes with a printed Sale details and Plan of the actual Mill and surrounding land dated 14th August 1889. Note, this was mid way between Worcester and Hereford. Cast Iron Finger Post style Road Sign 'To Cowarne Mill & Froome Hill'. Note the early spelling of what is now 'Frome Hill'. Double sided with integral pointing hand. Slight loss at post end. Comes with a printed Sale details and Plan of the actual Mill and surrounding land dated 14th August 1889. Note, this was mid way between Worcester and Hereford. Sold for: £30
324 Road Sign 'Burnhill Green 3 Beckbury 4 Road Sign 'Burnhill Green 3 Beckbury 4 Sold for: £30
325 Southern Railway enamel Target SHEPPERTON. Ex LSWR terminus at the end of the branch from Strawberry Hill, opened 1 November 1864. The original scheme intended that it would extend to a terminus on the Middlesex bank of the River Thames just north of Chertsey, but this plan was abandoned in 1862. Note: Ian Allan Publishers have their offices at the western end of the station, and the company purchased a Pullman car Malaga for hospitality purposes, which is on static display near the buffers. Good colour and shine, some repairs already filled but not painted. Southern Railway enamel Target SHEPPERTON. Ex LSWR terminus at the end of the branch from Strawberry Hill, opened 1 November 1864. The original scheme intended that it would extend to a terminus on the Middlesex bank of the River Thames just north of Chertsey, but this plan was abandoned in 1862. Note: Ian Allan Publishers have their offices at the western end of the station, and the company purchased a Pullman car Malaga for hospitality purposes, which is on static display near the buffers. Good colour and shine, some repairs already filled but not painted. Sold for: £620
326 Bridge Makers Plate 'The Cleveland Bridge Engineering Coy Ltd Bank Top Darlington 1884'. Oval C/I measuring 14 x 10 Bridge Makers Plate 'The Cleveland Bridge Engineering Coy Ltd Bank Top Darlington 1884'. Oval C/I measuring 14 x 10 Sold for: £240
327 Midland Railway 3 aspect Handlamp complete with original MR Co reservoir and LMS burner. Unusually plated 'E.R.B No 20' on the side casing. Also brass plated 'Midland Railway 15640B' on the reducing cone. Midland Railway 3 aspect Handlamp complete with original MR Co reservoir and LMS burner. Unusually plated 'E.R.B No 20' on the side casing. Also brass plated 'Midland Railway 15640B' on the reducing cone. Sold for: £110
328 Birmingham Tram Destination Blind showing 11 destinations to include Special Car, Bearwood 29, Windmill Lane 30, Soho 31, Depot Only, Ladywood 33, Hagley Road 34, Grove Lane 55, Five Ways Only, Rednal 70 and St Pauls Road 80. Together with a piece of tram interior oak marked 'Spitting Strictly' and a piece of bevelled glass from a quartelight window. Birmingham Tram Destination Blind showing 11 destinations to include Special Car, Bearwood 29, Windmill Lane 30, Soho 31, Depot Only, Ladywood 33, Hagley Road 34, Grove Lane 55, Five Ways Only, Rednal 70 and St Pauls Road 80. Together with a piece of tram interior oak marked 'Spitting Strictly' and a piece of bevelled glass from a quartelight window. Sold for: £25
329 ASLEF framed and glazed Poster/Certificate measuring 29 x 37 including the substantial, original frame. Presented to Brother Adams at Monument Lane, early 1920's. Colourful vignettes of locos and infrastructure. Very good condition. ASLEF framed and glazed Poster/Certificate measuring 29 x 37 including the substantial, original frame. Presented to Brother Adams at Monument Lane, early 1920's. Colourful vignettes of locos and infrastructure. Very good condition. Sold for: £25
330 Totem BR(Sc) ESKBANK & DALKEITH, F/F. Ex North British Railways station on the Waverley route between Galashiels and Edinburgh. Eskbank was opened as Gallowshill on 21st June 1847 and retained this name until 1850. It was renamed Eskbank and Dalkeith in 1954 after the Dalkeith terminus Station to the East was closed. Closed 6th January 1969. Good shine with just a couple of face chips, slight staining. Totem BR(Sc) ESKBANK & DALKEITH, F/F. Ex North British Railways station on the Waverley route between Galashiels and Edinburgh. Eskbank was opened as Gallowshill on 21st June 1847 and retained this name until 1850. It was renamed Eskbank and Dalkeith in 1954 after the Dalkeith terminus Station to the East was closed. Closed 6th January 1969. Good shine with just a couple of face chips, slight staining. Sold for: £1,350
331 Ian Allan Combine of British Railways Locomotives, Winter 1960/61, no underlining. Ian Allan Combine of British Railways Locomotives, Winter 1960/61, no underlining. Sold for: £80
332 GWR 1948 pattern Block Instrument with a pair of circular, bakelite Repeaters attached on top with brass plates number 4 & 5. GWR 1948 pattern Block Instrument with a pair of circular, bakelite Repeaters attached on top with brass plates number 4 & 5. Sold for: £220
333 BR(S) Stop Watch, Swiss made by Lemania. The face has the main second hand calibrated as normal from 0 - 60 seconds and a red miles per hour indicator that checks at BR(S) Stop Watch, Swiss made by Lemania. The face has the main second hand calibrated as normal from 0 - 60 seconds and a red miles per hour indicator that checks at Sold for: £200
334 Wagon Plates comprising:- Chas Roberts Wakefield 17793 early oval, Chas Roberts 1952 C/I, similar in brass, a pair 'Mushroom' Wagon Repairs, one Chesterfield, one Gloucester; Powell Duffryn, Cambrian Works, Cardiff; Owners Shell Mex No 6612; Ditto Esso Petroleum No 3200; Ditto Regent Oil Company (x2) no 510 and 511; BRM) rectangular; WH Davies & Sons; MR Co Builders Derby 1920; BR alloy. Wagon Plates comprising:- Chas Roberts Wakefield 17793 early oval, Chas Roberts 1952 C/I, similar in brass, a pair 'Mushroom' Wagon Repairs, one Chesterfield, one Gloucester; Powell Duffryn, Cambrian Works, Cardiff; Owners Shell Mex No 6612; Ditto Esso Petroleum No 3200; Ditto Regent Oil Company (x2) no 510 and 511; BRM) rectangular; WH Davies & Sons; MR Co Builders Derby 1920; BR alloy. Sold for: £150
335 Smokebox Numberplate 45161. Ex Stanier Class 5 4-6-0 Locomotive, built Armstrong Whitworth under works number 1202 in 1935. A copy of the engine record cards accompany and show that allocations were Inverness, St Rollox, Perth and Carstairs. Totally restored including the white border. Smokebox Numberplate 45161. Ex Stanier Class 5 4-6-0 Locomotive, built Armstrong Whitworth under works number 1202 in 1935. A copy of the engine record cards accompany and show that allocations were Inverness, St Rollox, Perth and Carstairs. Totally restored including the white border. Sold for: £360
336 LNER 'Kesick' china Side Plates, a nice collection of qty 16 all being 6 LNER 'Kesick' china Side Plates, a nice collection of qty 16 all being 6 Sold for: £40
337 British Railways Signal Box Registers, qty 11 from Longbridge East Signal Box. The first register starts 15th March 1958 to 9th July 1958. The second starts 9th July 1958 to 18th November 1958. Subsequent registers are dated 1961, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967 1968 and 1970. Interestingly, one signalman noted some steam loco numbers in 1964 such as 90204, 42922, 48763, 92025, 90486, 42707, 44092 etc. Two registers are missing covers, the rest are sound. A wonderful record of Austin Works movements. British Railways Signal Box Registers, qty 11 from Longbridge East Signal Box. The first register starts 15th March 1958 to 9th July 1958. The second starts 9th July 1958 to 18th November 1958. Subsequent registers are dated 1961, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967 1968 and 1970. Interestingly, one signalman noted some steam loco numbers in 1964 such as 90204, 42922, 48763, 92025, 90486, 42707, 44092 etc. Two registers are missing covers, the rest are sound. A wonderful record of Austin Works movements. Sold for: £20
338 Peckett Locomotive Headlamp bearing the large plate 'Peckett & Sons Ltd., Engineers Bristol' on the chimney. Complete with original reservoir and burner, both slide-out lenses (one cracked, one with a piece missing) and in totally unrestored condition. Peckett Locomotive Headlamp bearing the large plate 'Peckett & Sons Ltd., Engineers Bristol' on the chimney. Complete with original reservoir and burner, both slide-out lenses (one cracked, one with a piece missing) and in totally unrestored condition. Sold for: £160
339 Worksplate The English Electric Co Ltd Vulcan Works Newton-Le-Willows No 3566/D995 dated 1965. Ex Class 37 introduced October 1965 and numbered D6606. Received TOPS number 37303 in 1974 and later 37273 in 1989 (Note, elsewhere in the sale, we have a different plate from a loco that was also numbered 37273 at some time). Withdrawn in 1991 and cut up at Gwent Demolition at Cardiff Canton MPD in May 1993. Totally ex loco. Worksplate The English Electric Co Ltd Vulcan Works Newton-Le-Willows No 3566/D995 dated 1965. Ex Class 37 introduced October 1965 and numbered D6606. Received TOPS number 37303 in 1974 and later 37273 in 1989 (Note, elsewhere in the sale, we have a different plate from a loco that was also numbered 37273 at some time). Withdrawn in 1991 and cut up at Gwent Demolition at Cardiff Canton MPD in May 1993. Totally ex loco. Sold for: £350
340 Totem, BR(S) VAUXHALL, F/F, light green. Ex LSWR station just out of Waterloo. Excellent condition throughout with deep colour and shine and no face damage at all, just small white 'touch-in' around the periphery. Totem, BR(S) VAUXHALL, F/F, light green. Ex LSWR station just out of Waterloo. Excellent condition throughout with deep colour and shine and no face damage at all, just small white 'touch-in' around the periphery. Sold for: £340
341 British Railways Advertising Cards (carriage print style) each very colourful and measuring 24 x 11, qty 6 comprising:- Sunday Excursions from Paddington to Oxford, Torquay, Cheddar, Weymouth, Minehead, Teignmouth, Weston - Mare and Stratford; Oxford Combined Excursions by Rail, Road & River until September 19th; Here's a Tip - Take A Trip - Racing Excursions from Paddington to Bath, Birmingham, Cheltenham, Newbury, Stratford, Warwick, Windsor, Wolverhampton and Worcester; West Of England Car Tourist Services - London to St Austell and London to Newton Abbot; Car Tourist Services London to Devon & Cornwall April to October 1963; Motorists Relax By Rail - Take Your Car by Car Tourist Services to Devon & Cornwall March to October 1961 British Railways Advertising Cards (carriage print style) each very colourful and measuring 24 x 11, qty 6 comprising:- Sunday Excursions from Paddington to Oxford, Torquay, Cheddar, Weymouth, Minehead, Teignmouth, Weston - Mare and Stratford; Oxford Combined Excursions by Rail, Road & River until September 19th; Here's a Tip - Take A Trip - Racing Excursions from Paddington to Bath, Birmingham, Cheltenham, Newbury, Stratford, Warwick, Windsor, Wolverhampton and Worcester; West Of England Car Tourist Services - London to St Austell and London to Newton Abbot; Car Tourist Services London to Devon & Cornwall April to October 1963; Motorists Relax By Rail - Take Your Car by Car Tourist Services to Devon & Cornwall March to October 1961 Sold for: £150
342 BR(W), Somerset and Dorset section, Telephone circuit notice, issued in September 1959 for the section Bath Junction Signal Box to Midford Signal Box, lists the following, Bath Jct Signal Box, Coombe Tunnel North End , Coombe Tunnel South End, Midford sidings GF, Midford Signal Box. In its original oak, glazed frame measuring 8 x 5 BR(W), Somerset and Dorset section, Telephone circuit notice, issued in September 1959 for the section Bath Junction Signal Box to Midford Signal Box, lists the following, Bath Jct Signal Box, Coombe Tunnel North End , Coombe Tunnel South End, Midford sidings GF, Midford Signal Box. In its original oak, glazed frame measuring 8 x 5 Sold for: £160
343 BR(W) Somerset and Dorset section, Telephone circuit notice, issued in September 1959 for the section Evercreech Junction to Templecombe, lists the following, Evercreech Jct, Lamyatt Crossing, Bruton Road Crossing, Cole Signal Box, Wincanton Signal Box, Cheriton Crossing, Templecombe Exchange, Templecombe South Signal Box. In its original oak, glazed frame measuring 8 x 5 BR(W) Somerset and Dorset section, Telephone circuit notice, issued in September 1959 for the section Evercreech Junction to Templecombe, lists the following, Evercreech Jct, Lamyatt Crossing, Bruton Road Crossing, Cole Signal Box, Wincanton Signal Box, Cheriton Crossing, Templecombe Exchange, Templecombe South Signal Box. In its original oak, glazed frame measuring 8 x 5
344 Caledonian cast brass Shelfplate 5 Caledonian cast brass Shelfplate 5
345 Southern Railway enamel Target EAST PUTNEY. Ex LSWR station opened by the Metropolitan District Railway on 3 June 1889 on an extension from Putney Bridge station to Wimbledon. The LSWR ran its own trains over the line via an eastward-facing loop that joins the Clapham Junction to Barnes mainline. The SR abandoned operation in 1941. Good colour and shine, edge chipping only. Southern Railway enamel Target EAST PUTNEY. Ex LSWR station opened by the Metropolitan District Railway on 3 June 1889 on an extension from Putney Bridge station to Wimbledon. The LSWR ran its own trains over the line via an eastward-facing loop that joins the Clapham Junction to Barnes mainline. The SR abandoned operation in 1941. Good colour and shine, edge chipping only. Sold for: £160
346 GWR Mahogany cased 6 GWR Mahogany cased 6 Sold for: £350
347 Carriage Print, River Wharfe from a painting by Gyrth Russel from the LNER series. In an original type glazed frame. Carriage Print, River Wharfe from a painting by Gyrth Russel from the LNER series. In an original type glazed frame. Sold for: £20
348 BR(W) enamel Station Direction Sign with left facing arrow, F/F. British Railways Totem at the top, the sign measures 21 x 10 BR(W) enamel Station Direction Sign with left facing arrow, F/F. British Railways Totem at the top, the sign measures 21 x 10 Sold for: £90
349 South Eastern & Chatham Railways oval tender plate SE&CR 737, measuring 16 South Eastern & Chatham Railways oval tender plate SE&CR 737, measuring 16 Sold for: £150
350 Nameplate SIR BALAN. Ex Southern Railway 'Scotch' King Arthur Class Locomotive number 769, later BR 30769, built by the North British Locomotive Company Glasgow under works number 23215 in June 1925. Face lightly polished, rear clean ex loco, stamped clearly ''769'. Original receipt and another associated letter accompanies. Nameplate SIR BALAN. Ex Southern Railway 'Scotch' King Arthur Class Locomotive number 769, later BR 30769, built by the North British Locomotive Company Glasgow under works number 23215 in June 1925. Face lightly polished, rear clean ex loco, stamped clearly ''769'. Original receipt and another associated letter accompanies. Sold for: £5,600
351 Ian Allan Combine of British Railways Locomotives, Summer 1961, no underlining. Ian Allan Combine of British Railways Locomotives, Summer 1961, no underlining. Sold for: £90
352 GWR C/I Signal Box Board NORTH'S COLLIERIES SIGNAL BOX. Next box to Maesteg Neath Road, measures 102 in length. Note: North's Navigation Collieries was the major colliery company in the Maesteg (Llynfi Valley) district. The company owned three large collieries in the Valley: Caerau, Coegnant, and St John's (locally known as Cwmdu Colliery). The company's internal railway system connected the collieries to the G.W. and Port Talbot railways and North's also had running powers over the G.W. and PT track via Cwmdu Sidings. GWR C/I Signal Box Board NORTH'S COLLIERIES SIGNAL BOX. Next box to Maesteg Neath Road, measures 102 in length. Note: North's Navigation Collieries was the major colliery company in the Maesteg (Llynfi Valley) district. The company owned three large collieries in the Valley: Caerau, Coegnant, and St John's (locally known as Cwmdu Colliery). The company's internal railway system connected the collieries to the G.W. and Port Talbot railways and North's also had running powers over the G.W. and PT track via Cwmdu Sidings. Sold for: £450
353 LMS Bromsgrove Wagon Repair Plates, qty 3 one dated 1933,one dated 1938 and one 1947. LMS Bromsgrove Wagon Repair Plates, qty 3 one dated 1933,one dated 1938 and one 1947. Sold for: £80
354 Great Northern Railway C/I Public Warning Not To Trespass sign. Great Northern Railway C/I Public Warning Not To Trespass sign. Sold for: £20
355 Single Line brass Key Token CHWILOG - LLANGYBI number 5. Ex LNWR section on the Afon Wen to Caernarvon line, closed December 1964. Single Line brass Key Token CHWILOG - LLANGYBI number 5. Ex LNWR section on the Afon Wen to Caernarvon line, closed December 1964. Sold for: £650
356 British Railways cut-out card Advertising Sign depicting locomotive 70000 Britannia. Excellent condition and still retaining the rear, fold-out stand support. British Railways cut-out card Advertising Sign depicting locomotive 70000 Britannia. Excellent condition and still retaining the rear, fold-out stand support. Sold for: £60
357 British Railways Advertising Cards (carriage print style) each very colourful and measuring 24 x 11, qty 4 comprising:- Rail Rover Tickets - Western Region British Railways Advertising Cards (carriage print style) each very colourful and measuring 24 x 11, qty 4 comprising:- Rail Rover Tickets - Western Region Sold for: £35
358 Worksplate British Railways Crewe Built 1964, Power Equipment By Brush Electrical Engineering Company Ltd And Sulzer. Ex Type 4 Class 47 number D1584. Introduced in May 1964 and allocated to Landore. Destined to become 47021 but never materialised. Renumbered 47531 in May 1974, then 47974 in June 1990, finally 47775 and named THE PERMANENT WAY INSTITUTION in 1991 at Newcastle. Re-named RESPITE in 1973. Was in use on Serco Test duties out of Crewe and subsequently sold to Harry Needle Company in June 2004. Noted being cut up by HNRC Staff April 2006 at Crewe. Worksplate British Railways Crewe Built 1964, Power Equipment By Brush Electrical Engineering Company Ltd And Sulzer. Ex Type 4 Class 47 number D1584. Introduced in May 1964 and allocated to Landore. Destined to become 47021 but never materialised. Renumbered 47531 in May 1974, then 47974 in June 1990, finally 47775 and named THE PERMANENT WAY INSTITUTION in 1991 at Newcastle. Re-named RESPITE in 1973. Was in use on Serco Test duties out of Crewe and subsequently sold to Harry Needle Company in June 2004. Noted being cut up by HNRC Staff April 2006 at Crewe. Sold for: £160
359 BR(W) Locomotive Headlamp in ex loco condition. Complete with reservoir, burner and red, slide out lens. Chimney embossed 'BR(W). BR(W) Locomotive Headlamp in ex loco condition. Complete with reservoir, burner and red, slide out lens. Chimney embossed 'BR(W). Sold for: £75
360 Totem, BR(S) MAIDEN NEWTON, F/F, dark green. Ex GWR station on the Yeovil to Weymouth line, junction for the Bridport Branch. Opened on 20 January 1857 by the Wilts, Somerset and Weymouth Railway. Excellent condition with deep colour and shine. Totem, BR(S) MAIDEN NEWTON, F/F, dark green. Ex GWR station on the Yeovil to Weymouth line, junction for the Bridport Branch. Opened on 20 January 1857 by the Wilts, Somerset and Weymouth Railway. Excellent condition with deep colour and shine. Sold for: £1,050
361 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Waverley Ink - For Fountain Pens'. Measures 12 x 8, white on blue ground with central image of Ink Pot. Enamel Advertising Sign 'Waverley Ink - For Fountain Pens'. Measures 12 x 8, white on blue ground with central image of Ink Pot. Sold for: £260
362 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Powerful Hudson's Soap - Easy & Safe'. Depicts the PE & S Lamp effect with the word Hudson's in the shining beam. Measures 26 x 16, no restoration, extremely good overall. Enamel Advertising Sign 'Powerful Hudson's Soap - Easy & Safe'. Depicts the PE & S Lamp effect with the word Hudson's in the shining beam. Measures 26 x 16, no restoration, extremely good overall. Sold for: £190
363 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Redgate Table Waters Sold Here- Enjoyed The Year Round Since 1878. Depicts the company logo of a 5 bar red gate. Measures 32 x 11 and is in excellent condition. Enamel Advertising Sign 'Redgate Table Waters Sold Here- Enjoyed The Year Round Since 1878. Depicts the company logo of a 5 bar red gate. Measures 32 x 11 and is in excellent condition. Sold for: £80
364 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Bovril'. White lettering on blue ground with yellow border. Measures 30 x 10 and is in very good condition. Enamel Advertising Sign 'Bovril'. White lettering on blue ground with yellow border. Measures 30 x 10 and is in very good condition. Sold for: £100
365 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Burgon Sheep Shearing Machine Works Sheffield England'. White lettering on dark blue ground. Measures 21 x 8 and is in extremely good condition. Enamel Advertising Sign 'Burgon Sheep Shearing Machine Works Sheffield England'. White lettering on dark blue ground. Measures 21 x 8 and is in extremely good condition. Sold for: £60
366 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Globin Shoe Cream'. Depicts cartoon type character looking at reflection in open polish tin. Measures 13 x 11, slightly convex, with a small amount of restoration but very good overall. Enamel Advertising Sign 'Globin Shoe Cream'. Depicts cartoon type character looking at reflection in open polish tin. Measures 13 x 11, slightly convex, with a small amount of restoration but very good overall. Sold for: £120
367 Enamel Advertising Sign 'OXO The Strength Of Beef' measuring 48 x 18 Enamel Advertising Sign 'OXO The Strength Of Beef' measuring 48 x 18 Sold for: £220
368 Enamel Advertising Sign (Indian) 'RBS Quality Products - India's First Tyres'. Depicts a bicycle tyre and inner tube. Measures 15 x 20, some restoration but very good overall. Enamel Advertising Sign (Indian) 'RBS Quality Products - India's First Tyres'. Depicts a bicycle tyre and inner tube. Measures 15 x 20, some restoration but very good overall.
369 Enamel Advertising Thermometer Sign 'Martini'. Measures 39 x 12 in excellent condition and intact tube. Enamel Advertising Thermometer Sign 'Martini'. Measures 39 x 12 in excellent condition and intact tube. Sold for: £260
370 Southern Railway enamel Target TEDDINGTON. Ex LSWR station between Strawberry Hill and Hampton Wick, opened 1 July 1863. Good colour and shine, some repairs already filled but not painted. Southern Railway enamel Target TEDDINGTON. Ex LSWR station between Strawberry Hill and Hampton Wick, opened 1 July 1863. Good colour and shine, some repairs already filled but not painted. Sold for: £150
371 Shedplate 27C, Southport until September 1963. Face restored, back original as purchased in 1962/63. Shedplate 27C, Southport until September 1963. Face restored, back original as purchased in 1962/63. Sold for: £165
372 L&SWR 3 aspect square front lamp. A restored, front door opening type (not a conversion) Stamped on reducing cone L&SWR, and brass E plate. Body stamped L&SWR A170 and Brass L&SWR.Co plate. L&SWR 3 aspect square front lamp. A restored, front door opening type (not a conversion) Stamped on reducing cone L&SWR, and brass E plate. Body stamped L&SWR A170 and Brass L&SWR.Co plate. Sold for: £280
373 British Railways Advertising Cards (carriage print style) each very colourful and measuring 24 x 11, qty 6 comprising:- A Day Out - Good Idea, Oxford, Bath, Bristol. Weston -S- Mare; Oxford Combined Excursions by Rail, Road & River until September 19th; Here's a Tip - Take A Trip - Racing Excursions from Paddington to Bath, Birmingham, Cheltenham, Newbury, Stratford, Warwick, Windsor, Wolverhampton and Worcester; Travel To Southern Ireland Fishguard - Rosslare; Travel To Southern Ireland via Fishguard; To Holiday Travellers - A Two Course Meal Is Served In The Restaurant Car On This Train, 8/- or 5/- for Children (slightly smaller in size). British Railways Advertising Cards (carriage print style) each very colourful and measuring 24 x 11, qty 6 comprising:- A Day Out - Good Idea, Oxford, Bath, Bristol. Weston -S- Mare; Oxford Combined Excursions by Rail, Road & River until September 19th; Here's a Tip - Take A Trip - Racing Excursions from Paddington to Bath, Birmingham, Cheltenham, Newbury, Stratford, Warwick, Windsor, Wolverhampton and Worcester; Travel To Southern Ireland Fishguard - Rosslare; Travel To Southern Ireland via Fishguard; To Holiday Travellers - A Two Course Meal Is Served In The Restaurant Car On This Train, 8/- or 5/- for Children (slightly smaller in size). Sold for: £120
374 London Transport double-sided enamel Destination Plate with Finsbury Park one side and Euston the other side. Measures 24 London Transport double-sided enamel Destination Plate with Finsbury Park one side and Euston the other side. Measures 24 Sold for: £65
375 Nameplate CITY OF LICHFIELD. Ex BR/EE 25kv Bo-Bo Class 86 originally numbered E3179. Built by the English Electric Co under works number E3471/E317 in October 1965. Renumbered 86207 under TOPS in June 1973 and was named on the 2nd March 1981 by Lady Leonora, Countess of Lichfield at Lichfield Trent Valley Station. Withdrawn from service in July 2002 and finally scrapped in 2006 at Ron Hull Jr, Rotherham. This plate is a Swindon casting. Note: The other side was sold in our May 2009 auction. Nameplate CITY OF LICHFIELD. Ex BR/EE 25kv Bo-Bo Class 86 originally numbered E3179. Built by the English Electric Co under works number E3471/E317 in October 1965. Renumbered 86207 under TOPS in June 1973 and was named on the 2nd March 1981 by Lady Leonora, Countess of Lichfield at Lichfield Trent Valley Station. Withdrawn from service in July 2002 and finally scrapped in 2006 at Ron Hull Jr, Rotherham. This plate is a Swindon casting. Note: The other side was sold in our May 2009 auction. Sold for: £1,900
376 Alloy Road Sign 'School' depicting the famous boy & girl in school uniform, crossing the road. Measure approximately 14 x 21 Alloy Road Sign 'School' depicting the famous boy & girl in school uniform, crossing the road. Measure approximately 14 x 21 Sold for: £70
377 Great Western Railway Pocket Watch by the Lancashire Watch Company Ltd., Prescott. Enamel dial in superb condition has 'GWR' above the centre of the hands and a second hand at the bottom. The case is engraved with large 'GWR' letters and the old number has been over-engraved with the number 2029. Comes with a short chain. A fine watch in full working order Great Western Railway Pocket Watch by the Lancashire Watch Company Ltd., Prescott. Enamel dial in superb condition has 'GWR' above the centre of the hands and a second hand at the bottom. The case is engraved with large 'GWR' letters and the old number has been over-engraved with the number 2029. Comes with a short chain. A fine watch in full working order Sold for: £80
378 Wagon Plates, qty 4 comprising:- 'D type' S 14 Tons 1944 Lancing 4465; 'D type' SR 13Tons 12257; 'D type' 1948 B.R. 13 Tons 'S'13189; oval S.R 2103 with Eastleigh Triangle. Wagon Plates, qty 4 comprising:- 'D type' S 14 Tons 1944 Lancing 4465; 'D type' SR 13Tons 12257; 'D type' 1948 B.R. 13 Tons 'S'13189; oval S.R 2103 with Eastleigh Triangle. Sold for: £220
379 GWR Drivers Box bearing a brass plate engraved with the name 'John Lewis. Unusually with many items still inside including an enamel 'Billy Can'. GWR Drivers Box bearing a brass plate engraved with the name 'John Lewis. Unusually with many items still inside including an enamel 'Billy Can'. Sold for: £150
380 Totem, BR(W) WIDNEY MANOR, F/F. Ex GWR station near Solihull on the main Birmingham Snow Hill to Paddington line, opened 1899. Just about mint condition, by far the best we have seen. Totem, BR(W) WIDNEY MANOR, F/F. Ex GWR station near Solihull on the main Birmingham Snow Hill to Paddington line, opened 1899. Just about mint condition, by far the best we have seen. Sold for: £380
381 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Colmans D.S.F. Mustard. 18 x 12, dark blue lettering on yellow ground. Extremely good condition with just one chip of any significance. Enamel Advertising Sign 'Colmans D.S.F. Mustard. 18 x 12, dark blue lettering on yellow ground. Extremely good condition with just one chip of any significance. Sold for: £30
382 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Cadbury's Chocolates Made At Bournville. Measures 44 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Cadbury's Chocolates Made At Bournville. Measures 44 Sold for: £60
383 Midland Railway C/I sign 'Beware Of Trains'. Scalloped inset border with white lettering on red ground. Original, ex trackside condition. Midland Railway C/I sign 'Beware Of Trains'. Scalloped inset border with white lettering on red ground. Original, ex trackside condition. Sold for: £70
384 GWR 1947 pattern single dial Signal Box Block Instrument plated 'Margam Abbey Works East'. Extremely good condition. GWR 1947 pattern single dial Signal Box Block Instrument plated 'Margam Abbey Works East'. Extremely good condition. Sold for: £100
385 Dover Harbour wooden Truncheon with William IV crown and the word 'DOVOR' (old spelling) horizontally down the face on a red ground and 'No 12 above the handle. Unpainted, ribbed handle, overall length 18. Extremely good condition. This could well be railway because the note on page 43 of Mitton suggests that the red ground indicates London Chatham & Dover Railway. Dover Harbour wooden Truncheon with William IV crown and the word 'DOVOR' (old spelling) horizontally down the face on a red ground and 'No 12 above the handle. Unpainted, ribbed handle, overall length 18. Extremely good condition. This could well be railway because the note on page 43 of Mitton suggests that the red ground indicates London Chatham & Dover Railway.
386 Dover Harbour wooden Truncheon with Victoria crown and the word 'DOVOR' (old spelling) horizontally down the face on a black ground and 'No 64 above the handle. Unpainted, ribbed handle, overall length 17 Dover Harbour wooden Truncheon with Victoria crown and the word 'DOVOR' (old spelling) horizontally down the face on a black ground and 'No 64 above the handle. Unpainted, ribbed handle, overall length 17
387 Railway Crockery, a small collection of Cream Jugs, qty 12 and 1 Finger Bowl, comprising:- GNR, MR Co; BR; LNW; LMS; LNW Finger Bowl. Some repaired. Railway Crockery, a small collection of Cream Jugs, qty 12 and 1 Finger Bowl, comprising:- GNR, MR Co; BR; LNW; LMS; LNW Finger Bowl. Some repaired. Sold for: £30
388 Hunslet brass Makers Plate as fitted to diesel mechanical locomotive front radiators, measures 17 x 3, ex loco, together with a Bomford & Evershed Limited, Salford Priors, Evesham makers Plate, possibly ex traction engine. Hunslet brass Makers Plate as fitted to diesel mechanical locomotive front radiators, measures 17 x 3, ex loco, together with a Bomford & Evershed Limited, Salford Priors, Evesham makers Plate, possibly ex traction engine. Sold for: £110
389 BR(S) enamel sign WAY OUT, F/F light green. Measures 24 x 18 and is in extremely good condition with a few minor touch-in around the flange. BR(S) enamel sign WAY OUT, F/F light green. Measures 24 x 18 and is in extremely good condition with a few minor touch-in around the flange. Sold for: £30
390 Totem, BR(S) ASH VALE, F/F, light green. Ex LSWR station, between Ascot and Guildford, junction for the Alton line, Opened 2 May 1870. Excellent condition with deep colour and shine. Totem, BR(S) ASH VALE, F/F, light green. Ex LSWR station, between Ascot and Guildford, junction for the Alton line, Opened 2 May 1870. Excellent condition with deep colour and shine. Sold for: £200
391 C/I Doorplate WC. Origins unknown but a strong possibility of it being of railway pedigree. Measures 10 x 41/4 C/I Doorplate WC. Origins unknown but a strong possibility of it being of railway pedigree. Measures 10 x 41/4 Sold for: £45
392 Shedplate 52A, Gateshead, C/I construction, face restored back ex loco. Shedplate 52A, Gateshead, C/I construction, face restored back ex loco. Sold for: £55
393 Alloy Key Token BUILDWAS - COALPORT. Ex GWR section on the Severn Valley line between Kidderminster and Shrewsbury. Closed September 1963. Traces of yellow paint. Alloy Key Token BUILDWAS - COALPORT. Ex GWR section on the Severn Valley line between Kidderminster and Shrewsbury. Closed September 1963. Traces of yellow paint. Sold for: £610
394 Colour Slides, a large collection in two cardboard boxes. Two large slide boxes of Continental Steam/Diesel, most catalogued with a list and on CD; two complete Carousels, loaded with what looks like modern traction and overseas but not checked; three slide boxes of Coaches, Modern Traction and Diesel Nameplates; a couple of slide boxes containing miscellaneous slides (some commercial); ten smaller slide boxes with a vast variety of locos, some modern image some preserved, some commercial. Additionally, a quantity of negatives and a couple of Gratispool Colour Movie Films, importantly 'LT Last Day of Steam'. A collection not to be missed. Note that 99% of the slides come with copyright. Colour Slides, a large collection in two cardboard boxes. Two large slide boxes of Continental Steam/Diesel, most catalogued with a list and on CD; two complete Carousels, loaded with what looks like modern traction and overseas but not checked; three slide boxes of Coaches, Modern Traction and Diesel Nameplates; a couple of slide boxes containing miscellaneous slides (some commercial); ten smaller slide boxes with a vast variety of locos, some modern image some preserved, some commercial. Additionally, a quantity of negatives and a couple of Gratispool Colour Movie Films, importantly 'LT Last Day of Steam'. A collection not to be missed. Note that 99% of the slides come with copyright. Sold for: £100
395 Totem, BR(M) MARSH LANE AND STRAND ROAD, H/F. Ex LYR station north of Liverpool opened in 1850 when the extension from Waterloo to Exchange station was completed. The station is now known as Bootle New Strand. Good colour and shine, one small face chip. Note: This is the only BR(M) totem with 3 lines of text. Totem, BR(M) MARSH LANE AND STRAND ROAD, H/F. Ex LYR station north of Liverpool opened in 1850 when the extension from Waterloo to Exchange station was completed. The station is now known as Bootle New Strand. Good colour and shine, one small face chip. Note: This is the only BR(M) totem with 3 lines of text. Sold for: £320
396 Great Western Railway C/I Locomotive Cab Notice 'Caution - Do Not Look Over Or Pass Along The Side Of The Cab When Near Bridges Tunnels Load Gauges Or Coal Stages - Jan 1909. As fitted to all GWR locomotive cabs. Face only restored. Great Western Railway C/I Locomotive Cab Notice 'Caution - Do Not Look Over Or Pass Along The Side Of The Cab When Near Bridges Tunnels Load Gauges Or Coal Stages - Jan 1909. As fitted to all GWR locomotive cabs. Face only restored. Sold for: £80
397 British Railways Locomotive Diagrams, qty 6 stamped with the Swindon Works stamp. Comprising: Standard Steam Locomotives; Main Line Diesel Locomotives (x2); Diesel & Electric Locomotives; Electric Locomotives; Shunting Locomotives (pages detached) British Railways Locomotive Diagrams, qty 6 stamped with the Swindon Works stamp. Comprising: Standard Steam Locomotives; Main Line Diesel Locomotives (x2); Diesel & Electric Locomotives; Electric Locomotives; Shunting Locomotives (pages detached) Sold for: £30
398 LNER cast brass 9 x 5 works numberplate 60913. Ex Gresley 2-6-2 V2 Class locomotive built June 1940 at Darlington. Originally numbered 4884 then renumbered 913 Dec 1946, finally 60913 in August 1948 by BR when this plate would have been fitted. Originally a New England loco, later finding its way to March, Leeds, Tweedmouth and finally Gateshead from where withdrawal took place in October 1964. LNER cast brass 9 x 5 works numberplate 60913. Ex Gresley 2-6-2 V2 Class locomotive built June 1940 at Darlington. Originally numbered 4884 then renumbered 913 Dec 1946, finally 60913 in August 1948 by BR when this plate would have been fitted. Originally a New England loco, later finding its way to March, Leeds, Tweedmouth and finally Gateshead from where withdrawal took place in October 1964. Sold for: £300
399 British Railways C/I Railway Executive Trespass Sign, Warning Is Hereby Given To Persons Not To Trespass Upon The Railway, Penalty Not Exceeding 40 shillings . In original, trackside condition, as recovered from the goods yard at Inverkip Station. Measures 23 x 19. British Railways C/I Railway Executive Trespass Sign, Warning Is Hereby Given To Persons Not To Trespass Upon The Railway, Penalty Not Exceeding 40 shillings . In original, trackside condition, as recovered from the goods yard at Inverkip Station. Measures 23 x 19. Sold for: £55
400 Nameplate OTTAWA. The GWR 4-4-0 'Bulldog' Class Locomotive number 3461, built Swindon in February 1904 was withdrawn in October 1947and at this time, J.B. Thorn, the European Manager of Canadian National Railways, having read about the withdrawal in The GWR Magazine, suggested to the GWR that it might be treasured for Canada to have as a keepsake. Viscount Portal agreed and he instructed Swindon Works to mount Ottawa on a suitable plinth along with an engraved plaque for presentation purposes. Shipped to Canada on board the White Star Liner SS Asia and subsequently accepted by the Mayor of Ottawa in November 1948. The plate was eventually deemed 'unwanted' and given away, the recipient only wanting the walnut mounting board! The plate and presentation plaque were repatriated and are now available. The plate has no splasher and has rear, threaded bolts brazed in place for fitting to the walnut presentation board. The plaque also has brazed bolts on rear, interestingly, still retaining the original GWR nuts. Nameplate OTTAWA. The GWR 4-4-0 'Bulldog' Class Locomotive number 3461, built Swindon in February 1904 was withdrawn in October 1947and at this time, J.B. Thorn, the European Manager of Canadian National Railways, having read about the withdrawal in The GWR Magazine, suggested to the GWR that it might be treasured for Canada to have as a keepsake. Viscount Portal agreed and he instructed Swindon Works to mount Ottawa on a suitable plinth along with an engraved plaque for presentation purposes. Shipped to Canada on board the White Star Liner SS Asia and subsequently accepted by the Mayor of Ottawa in November 1948. The plate was eventually deemed 'unwanted' and given away, the recipient only wanting the walnut mounting board! The plate and presentation plaque were repatriated and are now available. The plate has no splasher and has rear, threaded bolts brazed in place for fitting to the walnut presentation board. The plaque also has brazed bolts on rear, interestingly, still retaining the original GWR nuts. Sold for: £1,000
401 GWR Jigsaw Puzzle Drake Goes West, about 400 pieces in a pink marbled, slip-case type box. Jigsaw is extremely good, box is quite good with scuffs and marks. Made up to show completeness. GWR Jigsaw Puzzle Drake Goes West, about 400 pieces in a pink marbled, slip-case type box. Jigsaw is extremely good, box is quite good with scuffs and marks. Made up to show completeness. Sold for: £70
402 South Eastern and Chatham and Dover Railway C/I Stop Tap Cover, a rare item cast with the initials S.E.& C.& D.R.CO. A manageable size of 11 South Eastern and Chatham and Dover Railway C/I Stop Tap Cover, a rare item cast with the initials S.E.& C.& D.R.CO. A manageable size of 11 Sold for: £80
403 Alloy Road Sign 'Slow Major Road Ahead', complete with all beads intact in the central panel. Manufactured by Gowsall Ltd., it measures 14 x 27 Alloy Road Sign 'Slow Major Road Ahead', complete with all beads intact in the central panel. Manufactured by Gowsall Ltd., it measures 14 x 27 Sold for: £100
404 Alloy Key Token OLD HILL JC - HALESOWEN. Ex GWR section opened on 1st March 1878 and closed to passengers (Austin factory workers) on 29th August 1958. Closed completely on 1st October 1969. Alloy Key Token OLD HILL JC - HALESOWEN. Ex GWR section opened on 1st March 1878 and closed to passengers (Austin factory workers) on 29th August 1958. Closed completely on 1st October 1969. Sold for: £480
405 Southern Railway enamel Target KINGSTON. Ex LSWR station between Strawberry Hill and the main line at New Malden Junction. Originally called Kingston Town, it opened on 1 July 1863, and at that time was the terminus of the London & South Western Railway branch line from Twickenham. Good colour and shine, just some edge chipping. Southern Railway enamel Target KINGSTON. Ex LSWR station between Strawberry Hill and the main line at New Malden Junction. Originally called Kingston Town, it opened on 1 July 1863, and at that time was the terminus of the London & South Western Railway branch line from Twickenham. Good colour and shine, just some edge chipping. Sold for: £410
406 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Daily Sketch Enamel Advertising Sign 'Daily Sketch Sold for: £420
408 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Rub Away Colds With Vick Brand Vapor-Rub'. Measures 20 x 30, black and red lettering with pictorial, silhouette type image of young girl rubbing Vick onto the chest of a pyjama clad young boy. Some restoration but overall very good. Enamel Advertising Sign 'Rub Away Colds With Vick Brand Vapor-Rub'. Measures 20 x 30, black and red lettering with pictorial, silhouette type image of young girl rubbing Vick onto the chest of a pyjama clad young boy. Some restoration but overall very good. Sold for: £90
409 Enamel Advertising Sign (Indian) 'We Sell Britannia Biscuits - Made In India - Factories in Calcutta & Bombay'. Very colourful depicting 3 different biscuit tins/packets on an orange ground. Measures 30 x 20 and is in excellent condition. Enamel Advertising Sign (Indian) 'We Sell Britannia Biscuits - Made In India - Factories in Calcutta & Bombay'. Very colourful depicting 3 different biscuit tins/packets on an orange ground. Measures 30 x 20 and is in excellent condition. Sold for: £230
410 Enamel Advertising Sign (later French flanged example) 'Chocolat Menier'. Depicts young girl writing on a yellow wall 'Eviter Les Contrefacons'. Measures 10 x 16 and is in excellent condition. Enamel Advertising Sign (later French flanged example) 'Chocolat Menier'. Depicts young girl writing on a yellow wall 'Eviter Les Contrefacons'. Measures 10 x 16 and is in excellent condition. Sold for: £110
411 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Smoke Players Navy Cut Tobacco & Cigarettes'. Central image of sailor wearing HMS Hero cap tally and a ship, old and new, either side. Red background, measures 30 x 22 having some chips and loss but good colour and shine. Enamel Advertising Sign 'Smoke Players Navy Cut Tobacco & Cigarettes'. Central image of sailor wearing HMS Hero cap tally and a ship, old and new, either side. Red background, measures 30 x 22 having some chips and loss but good colour and shine. Sold for: £160
412 Enamel Advertising Sign 'St Bruno - The Standard Dark Flake'. Measures 60 x 12 and although some large chips, has good colour and shine. Together with a part sign which simply states 'World', believed to be part of 'News Of The World' double sign. Measures 50 x 6 and is extremely good albeit in need of a clean. Enamel Advertising Sign 'St Bruno - The Standard Dark Flake'. Measures 60 x 12 and although some large chips, has good colour and shine. Together with a part sign which simply states 'World', believed to be part of 'News Of The World' double sign. Measures 50 x 6 and is extremely good albeit in need of a clean. Sold for: £40
413 North British chrome plated cast iron ' wings' identification plate from a diesel loco. Measures 35 x 3 North British chrome plated cast iron ' wings' identification plate from a diesel loco. Measures 35 x 3 Sold for: £170
414 Carriage Print, MV Swan from a painting by Claude Buckle from the London Midland series. In an original glazed frame. Carriage Print, MV Swan from a painting by Claude Buckle from the London Midland series. In an original glazed frame. Sold for: £35
415 Poster (1970's) for the Great Orme Tramway Llandudno by Leslie Jones. Depicts tram climbing up the hill with the bay in the background. Mounted on plastic and measuring 20 x 30. Printed by Brynwood Printing, Tel (0745) 336651. Poster (1970's) for the Great Orme Tramway Llandudno by Leslie Jones. Depicts tram climbing up the hill with the bay in the background. Mounted on plastic and measuring 20 x 30. Printed by Brynwood Printing, Tel (0745) 336651. Sold for: £65
416 GWR Pocketwatch engraved on case 'GWR 0.438', enamel dial 'GWR 0.2095'. A couple of small dial chips but the watch is in working condition. GWR Pocketwatch engraved on case 'GWR 0.438', enamel dial 'GWR 0.2095'. A couple of small dial chips but the watch is in working condition. Sold for: £90
417 Shedplate 89B, Brecon until November 1959 and then Croes Newydd until September 1963 with loco number 3817 chalked on rear. Front restored, rear ex loco condition. Shedplate 89B, Brecon until November 1959 and then Croes Newydd until September 1963 with loco number 3817 chalked on rear. Front restored, rear ex loco condition. Sold for: £100
418 Button Collection, a quantity on cards ranging from pre-grouping, through the big 4 to BR and some Bus/Tramway and Police examples. Button Collection, a quantity on cards ranging from pre-grouping, through the big 4 to BR and some Bus/Tramway and Police examples. Sold for: £40
419 Midland Railway enamel Water Bucket Notice. Measures 11 x 6, no restoration just a tiny piece missing from top left corner, otherwise extremely good. Midland Railway enamel Water Bucket Notice. Measures 11 x 6, no restoration just a tiny piece missing from top left corner, otherwise extremely good. Sold for: £110
420 Totem, BR(W) NEWTOWN, H/F. Ex Cambrian Railways station between Abermule and Moat Lane Junction. Faded and some chips but in reasonable condition overall. Totem, BR(W) NEWTOWN, H/F. Ex Cambrian Railways station between Abermule and Moat Lane Junction. Faded and some chips but in reasonable condition overall. Sold for: £290
421 GWR fully titled C/I Gate Notice. GWR fully titled C/I Gate Notice. Sold for: £35
422 General Purpose Handlamps, qty 4 comprising BR(M); a BR(W) 'Swindon'; a standard BR; a BR(S). General Purpose Handlamps, qty 4 comprising BR(M); a BR(W) 'Swindon'; a standard BR; a BR(S). Sold for: £60
423 LNER C/I Doorplate 'PRIVATE', as removed from Mablethorpe Signal Box together with a similar 'TELEPHONE' that came from Firsby station. LNER C/I Doorplate 'PRIVATE', as removed from Mablethorpe Signal Box together with a similar 'TELEPHONE' that came from Firsby station. Sold for: £95
424 Railway Button 'Royal Waggon Train' with 'GR' and Crown in the centre. Mounted in a glazed frame along with an etching of 'An Officer, Private & Driver of the Royal Waggon Train' by C.H.S. Measures 9 x 7 and is in excellent condition although the button is, understandably, well aged. Railway Button 'Royal Waggon Train' with 'GR' and Crown in the centre. Mounted in a glazed frame along with an etching of 'An Officer, Private & Driver of the Royal Waggon Train' by C.H.S. Measures 9 x 7 and is in excellent condition although the button is, understandably, well aged. Sold for: £20
425 GWR machine engraved brass Signal Box Shelf Plate OLD HILL JUNCTION. Being the branch for both Windmill End and Halesowen, this could possibly be from one of three boxes either side. GWR machine engraved brass Signal Box Shelf Plate OLD HILL JUNCTION. Being the branch for both Windmill End and Halesowen, this could possibly be from one of three boxes either side. Sold for: £80
426 Mahogany cased Signal Box Repeater, possibly Midland, stamped with the makers name 'Bartholomew, London' and bearing an enamel plate 'Down Line'. Together with a bakelite Repeater 'Weigh Bar - Lever No. 6'. Mahogany cased Signal Box Repeater, possibly Midland, stamped with the makers name 'Bartholomew, London' and bearing an enamel plate 'Down Line'. Together with a bakelite Repeater 'Weigh Bar - Lever No. 6'. Sold for: £70
427 Shedplate 1A, Willesden until May 1973. Shedplate 1A, Willesden until May 1973. Sold for: £160
428 London & North Eastern Railway EPNS Sugar Shaker by Gladwin Ltd., Sheffield. Stands 6 tall and is engraved with script 'LNER' deeply into the side. Excellent condition. London & North Eastern Railway EPNS Sugar Shaker by Gladwin Ltd., Sheffield. Stands 6 tall and is engraved with script 'LNER' deeply into the side. Excellent condition. Sold for: £30
429 GWR large, brass cased Locomotive Pressure Gauge with silvered dial. The company initials appear on the face and are also stamped clearly on the brass rim. Excellent condition. GWR large, brass cased Locomotive Pressure Gauge with silvered dial. The company initials appear on the face and are also stamped clearly on the brass rim. Excellent condition. Sold for: £40
430 Totem, BR(S) PUTNEY, H/F, dark green. Ex LSWR station between Clapham Junction and Barnes. Excellent condition with deep colour and shine. Totem, BR(S) PUTNEY, H/F, dark green. Ex LSWR station between Clapham Junction and Barnes. Excellent condition with deep colour and shine. Sold for: £380
431 Large Collection of Railway Pay Checks, the majority are named, some pre-grouping. Comes with a wooden display case. Noted: Coventry, Derby, Manchester, Barrow, Swindon, Cambridge etc. Large Collection of Railway Pay Checks, the majority are named, some pre-grouping. Comes with a wooden display case. Noted: Coventry, Derby, Manchester, Barrow, Swindon, Cambridge etc. Sold for: £580
432 GWR Signal Finial together with a BR(W) similar. GWR Signal Finial together with a BR(W) similar. Sold for: £70
433 Alloy Road Sign 'Low Bridge Headroom 15' 9', complete with all beads intact in the top panel. The height is on a separate, screw-on panel at the bottom of the sign, this too has beads but some are missing. Measures 14 x 21 approximately, in totally unrestored condition with original post mounting brackets still attached. Alloy Road Sign 'Low Bridge Headroom 15' 9', complete with all beads intact in the top panel. The height is on a separate, screw-on panel at the bottom of the sign, this too has beads but some are missing. Measures 14 x 21 approximately, in totally unrestored condition with original post mounting brackets still attached. Sold for: £100
434 British Railways Hanging Card Timetables, qty 5 all for Diesel & Steam Trains between Shrewsbury and Hereford, with an image at the top of a Castle Class on an express and a 6 car DMU . Each measure 15 x 12, all are different colours and comprise: Sept 1960 to June 1961 (green, centre crease); Sept 1961 to June 1962 (maroon); June to September 1962 (blue, slightly larger); Sept 1962 until June 1963 (red). Together with a larger Train Departures Hanging Card 'West Cornwall' until Sept 1970, (two creases); a pair of card Train Departures Marlow - Bourne End - Cookham, one until May 1971, the other until April 1972 (shows a DMU and maps of station locations at bottom) and three identical Left Luggage Charges cards. British Railways Hanging Card Timetables, qty 5 all for Diesel & Steam Trains between Shrewsbury and Hereford, with an image at the top of a Castle Class on an express and a 6 car DMU . Each measure 15 x 12, all are different colours and comprise: Sept 1960 to June 1961 (green, centre crease); Sept 1961 to June 1962 (maroon); June to September 1962 (blue, slightly larger); Sept 1962 until June 1963 (red). Together with a larger Train Departures Hanging Card 'West Cornwall' until Sept 1970, (two creases); a pair of card Train Departures Marlow - Bourne End - Cookham, one until May 1971, the other until April 1972 (shows a DMU and maps of station locations at bottom) and three identical Left Luggage Charges cards. Sold for: £30
435 Smokebox Numberplate 4283. Ex GWR 2-8-0 4200 Class, built Swindon in 1920. A well travelled South Wales 'workhorse', allocations include Swansea, Llanelly, Newport, Tondu and Barry. Withdrawn October 1964. Wonderful, filthy ex loco condition. Smokebox Numberplate 4283. Ex GWR 2-8-0 4200 Class, built Swindon in 1920. A well travelled South Wales 'workhorse', allocations include Swansea, Llanelly, Newport, Tondu and Barry. Withdrawn October 1964. Wonderful, filthy ex loco condition. Sold for: £300
436 BR(W) C/I Kettle together with qty 4 BR Bardic Lamps (with separate, new batteries) BR(W) C/I Kettle together with qty 4 BR Bardic Lamps (with separate, new batteries) Sold for: £50
437 Signalbox Block Bells, a pair of mahogany cased examples, one with a cow-bell, the other a church-bell. Totally unrestored. Signalbox Block Bells, a pair of mahogany cased examples, one with a cow-bell, the other a church-bell. Totally unrestored. Sold for: £200
438 Great Eastern Railway Pension Supplemental Fund colour Diploma in an early, glazed frame. Measuring 27 Great Eastern Railway Pension Supplemental Fund colour Diploma in an early, glazed frame. Measuring 27 Sold for: £24
439 Great Western Railway Coat Of Arms, twin shield style, tastefully mounted on a wooden board measuring 17 x 18 and in extremely good condition. Great Western Railway Coat Of Arms, twin shield style, tastefully mounted on a wooden board measuring 17 x 18 and in extremely good condition. Sold for: £20
440 Totem, BR(W), NEWPORT HIGH STREET,H/F. Ex GWR station in South Wales. Excellent colour and shine but the right wing has been damaged and repaired. Totem, BR(W), NEWPORT HIGH STREET,H/F. Ex GWR station in South Wales. Excellent colour and shine but the right wing has been damaged and repaired. Sold for: £230
441 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Golliberry Robertsons Bramble Seedless - A Perfect Jelly Preserve'. Black and green lettering on yellow ground. Measures 30 x 10, no restoration, extremely good overall. Enamel Advertising Sign 'Golliberry Robertsons Bramble Seedless - A Perfect Jelly Preserve'. Black and green lettering on yellow ground. Measures 30 x 10, no restoration, extremely good overall. Sold for: £130
442 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Brooke Bond Tea'. Measures 30 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Brooke Bond Tea'. Measures 30
443 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Pratts'. Double sided with right angle, wall fixing flange, blue lettering on yellow ground. Measures 18 x 22 with damage to both sides. Enamel Advertising Sign 'Pratts'. Double sided with right angle, wall fixing flange, blue lettering on yellow ground. Measures 18 x 22 with damage to both sides. Sold for: £40
444 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Lyons Cakes'. Blue lettering on yellow ground with blue serrated style border. Circular 17 diameter, minimal chipping so extremely good. Enamel Advertising Sign 'Lyons Cakes'. Blue lettering on yellow ground with blue serrated style border. Circular 17 diameter, minimal chipping so extremely good. Sold for: £30
445 Enamel Advertising Sign ' Enamel Advertising Sign ' Sold for: £90
446 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Black Cat Pure Matured Virginia Cigarettes'. Pictorial image of the usual black cat and open cigarette packet in front. Measures 36 x 24, some edge loss and some restoration. Enamel Advertising Sign 'Black Cat Pure Matured Virginia Cigarettes'. Pictorial image of the usual black cat and open cigarette packet in front. Measures 36 x 24, some edge loss and some restoration. Sold for: £100
447 Enamel Advertising Sign 'For Quality Choose Bigg's Tobaccos'. Black lettering with red shadow on a yellow ground. Measures 30 x 20, some face chipping but good colour and shine so overall very good. Enamel Advertising Sign 'For Quality Choose Bigg's Tobaccos'. Black lettering with red shadow on a yellow ground. Measures 30 x 20, some face chipping but good colour and shine so overall very good. Sold for: £50
448 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Wills Flag Cigarettes' depicting the central packet showing a Royal Navy Battleship. Measure 24 x 35 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Wills Flag Cigarettes' depicting the central packet showing a Royal Navy Battleship. Measure 24 x 35 Sold for: £60
449 Enamel Advertising Sign 'Spratt's Ovals - Are Quite Supreme In The Dog's Esteem'. Measures 30 x 12, yellow lettering on blue ground. Fair chipping around the periphery and within the sign but quite good overall. Enamel Advertising Sign 'Spratt's Ovals - Are Quite Supreme In The Dog's Esteem'. Measures 30 x 12, yellow lettering on blue ground. Fair chipping around the periphery and within the sign but quite good overall. Sold for: £30
450 Advertising Sign, oval aluminium double sided, one side reads Woodbine Cigarettes the other Bristol Tipped. Measuring 26 Advertising Sign, oval aluminium double sided, one side reads Woodbine Cigarettes the other Bristol Tipped. Measuring 26 Sold for: £10
451 Advertising Sign, oval aluminium, double sided, Wills Woodbine. Measuring 28 x 24 and complete with original wall mounting brackets. In excellent condition and ready to display. Advertising Sign, oval aluminium, double sided, Wills Woodbine. Measuring 28 x 24 and complete with original wall mounting brackets. In excellent condition and ready to display. Sold for: £30
452 Advertising Sign, oval aluminium, double sided, Wills Gold Flake Cigarettes. Measuring 28 x 24 and complete with original wall mounting brackets. In excellent condition and ready to display. Advertising Sign, oval aluminium, double sided, Wills Gold Flake Cigarettes. Measuring 28 x 24 and complete with original wall mounting brackets. In excellent condition and ready to display. Sold for: £30
453 Wagon Plate, Gloucester Railway & Carriage Works Co Ltd, C/I construction, larger version being dome shape based on the letter 'G'. Wagon Plate, Gloucester Railway & Carriage Works Co Ltd, C/I construction, larger version being dome shape based on the letter 'G'. Sold for: £35
454 Interesting Lamp miscellany comprising: 7 General Purpose with LMS, BR(M), BR(S), BR(MM), BR(W), BR; BR(M) Signal lamp Interior; BR(W) Gauge Glass Lamp and an Iraqi Army 3 aspect Handlamp. Interesting Lamp miscellany comprising: 7 General Purpose with LMS, BR(M), BR(S), BR(MM), BR(W), BR; BR(M) Signal lamp Interior; BR(W) Gauge Glass Lamp and an Iraqi Army 3 aspect Handlamp. Sold for: £80
455 Totem, BR(NE) LEEDS CENTRAL, H/F. Ex NER, GNR, L&YR & LNWR Joint terminus in the industrial heart of Yorkshire. Opened in 1854 to replace the singularly tiny L&NWR Leeds Wellington Street station. Closed 1st May 1967 with Leeds City station taking on all trains to and from the city. Dulled over the years and has some edge and other retoration but quite a scarcity nevertheless. Totem, BR(NE) LEEDS CENTRAL, H/F. Ex NER, GNR, L&YR & LNWR Joint terminus in the industrial heart of Yorkshire. Opened in 1854 to replace the singularly tiny L&NWR Leeds Wellington Street station. Closed 1st May 1967 with Leeds City station taking on all trains to and from the city. Dulled over the years and has some edge and other retoration but quite a scarcity nevertheless. Sold for: £1,100
456 Carriage Print, Dryburgh Abbey from a painting by Kenneth Steel from the LNER series. In an original glazed frame. Carriage Print, Dryburgh Abbey from a painting by Kenneth Steel from the LNER series. In an original glazed frame. Sold for: £70
457 LNER Dining Car 3 compartment china Dish. Ornate design between segments, one has small repair but an attractive item with script company lettering. LNER Dining Car 3 compartment china Dish. Ornate design between segments, one has small repair but an attractive item with script company lettering. Sold for: £45
458 Large collection of miscellaneous Badges including Cap badges, Uniform badges, decorative badges etc. Must be viewed to appreciate. Large collection of miscellaneous Badges including Cap badges, Uniform badges, decorative badges etc. Must be viewed to appreciate. Sold for: £380
459 Railway Bottles, a varied collection of 19, style and companies include LMS Hotels, Midland Hotel Derby; LNER; GCRy; NER; L&YR Liverpool; MR Whisky Flask. All in very good condition. Railway Bottles, a varied collection of 19, style and companies include LMS Hotels, Midland Hotel Derby; LNER; GCRy; NER; L&YR Liverpool; MR Whisky Flask. All in very good condition. Sold for: £60
460 Totem, BR(S) STROOD, F/F dark green. Ex SECR station on the North Kent Line from Gravesend to Maidstone and Paddock Wood, opened 18 June 1856. Couple of small face chips, good colour and shine. Totem, BR(S) STROOD, F/F dark green. Ex SECR station on the North Kent Line from Gravesend to Maidstone and Paddock Wood, opened 18 June 1856. Couple of small face chips, good colour and shine. Sold for: £230
461 Early Railway Pottery Mug, 5 tall and 5 diameter depicting an early railway scene of locomotive and carriage . Marked beneath 'Railway - H&B'. Only one handle but appears to once had one either side. Early Railway Pottery Mug, 5 tall and 5 diameter depicting an early railway scene of locomotive and carriage . Marked beneath 'Railway - H&B'. Only one handle but appears to once had one either side. Sold for: £5
462 LSWR mahogany split-case small signalbox Block Bell, still retaining its original W.R. Sykes brass manufacturers plate on the bottom front portion. A delightful item in ex box condition, measures 6 LSWR mahogany split-case small signalbox Block Bell, still retaining its original W.R. Sykes brass manufacturers plate on the bottom front portion. A delightful item in ex box condition, measures 6 Sold for: £70
463 Carriage Print, Conway River from a painting by Lander from the London Midland series. In an original type glazed frame. Carriage Print, Conway River from a painting by Lander from the London Midland series. In an original type glazed frame. Sold for: £20
464 British Railways(S) Loco Lamp lacking reservoir; a BR(M) Loco Lamp no glass or burner; a BR(S) Signal Lamp case painted green; BR(M) Signal Lamp case painted black. British Railways(S) Loco Lamp lacking reservoir; a BR(M) Loco Lamp no glass or burner; a BR(S) Signal Lamp case painted green; BR(M) Signal Lamp case painted black. Sold for: £160
465 Totem, BR(Sc) DALMUIR PARK, F/F. Ex North British Railway' station on the Glasgow, Dumbarton and Helensburgh route, between Bowling and Westerton. Excellent colour and shine, a few areas of restoration. Totem, BR(Sc) DALMUIR PARK, F/F. Ex North British Railway' station on the Glasgow, Dumbarton and Helensburgh route, between Bowling and Westerton. Excellent colour and shine, a few areas of restoration. Sold for: £250
466 Southern Railway untitled C/I sign 'Warning - Stop, Look & Listen Before Crossing The Line Southern Railway untitled C/I sign 'Warning - Stop, Look & Listen Before Crossing The Line Sold for: £10
467 BR(E) 10 mahogany cased Fusee Clock No 13183 complete and in working order. Believed to have come from Darlington North Road. BR(E) 10 mahogany cased Fusee Clock No 13183 complete and in working order. Believed to have come from Darlington North Road. Sold for: £440
468 SWRy General purpose hand lamp. A standard pattern LSWR lamp with SWRy General purpose hand lamp. A standard pattern LSWR lamp with Sold for: £310
469 Shedplate 86G PONTYPOOL ROAD until January 1966. Face restored, rear in ex-loco condition. Shedplate 86G PONTYPOOL ROAD until January 1966. Face restored, rear in ex-loco condition. Sold for: £140
470 GWR untitled C/I Gunpowder Van Notice referring to the placing of red flgs and red lamps on the van when in sidings. An uncommon sign, in unrestored condition. GWR untitled C/I Gunpowder Van Notice referring to the placing of red flgs and red lamps on the van when in sidings. An uncommon sign, in unrestored condition. Sold for: £160
471 Wagon Plate FISH, rectangular C/I together with a NER C/I Gate Notice 'Penalty For Neglect Wagon Plate FISH, rectangular C/I together with a NER C/I Gate Notice 'Penalty For Neglect Sold for: £40
472 Smokebox Numberplate 3826. Ex GWR 2800 Class 2-8-0 loco built Swindon September 1940. First allocation was Pontypool Road and it spent most of its later years there. It was finally withdrawn from Severn Tunnel Junction in December 1965 and was cut up at Cashmores Newport the following Spring. Face restored, rear ex loco. Smokebox Numberplate 3826. Ex GWR 2800 Class 2-8-0 loco built Swindon September 1940. First allocation was Pontypool Road and it spent most of its later years there. It was finally withdrawn from Severn Tunnel Junction in December 1965 and was cut up at Cashmores Newport the following Spring. Face restored, rear ex loco. Sold for: £330
473 Wooden Carriage board KILMACOLM in original condition black on white and measuring 35 Wooden Carriage board KILMACOLM in original condition black on white and measuring 35 Sold for: £10
474 BR(E) enamel Doorplate PRIVATE, F/F. Good colour and shine with a couple of small repairs. Note: BR(E) flanged doorplates are very rare. BR(E) enamel Doorplate PRIVATE, F/F. Good colour and shine with a couple of small repairs. Note: BR(E) flanged doorplates are very rare. Sold for: £130
475 Sugg Platform Lamp complete with globe and brass chains. Sugg Platform Lamp complete with globe and brass chains. Sold for: £45
476 Enamel Look-Out Armbands, a collection of 19, some with leather straps, some without. Mostly BR but also noted LNWR, SR, LNER and LMSR. Enamel Look-Out Armbands, a collection of 19, some with leather straps, some without. Mostly BR but also noted LNWR, SR, LNER and LMSR. Sold for: £60
477 LNER 3 aspect Handlamp with double pie-crust top (GNR pattern) plated 'RETFORD'. Complete with correct reservoir and burner. LNER 3 aspect Handlamp with double pie-crust top (GNR pattern) plated 'RETFORD'. Complete with correct reservoir and burner. Sold for: £30
478 Great Eastern Railway Coach Builders Plate, oval C/I 'G.E.R. Makers 1898 Stratford Works'. Totally original condition Great Eastern Railway Coach Builders Plate, oval C/I 'G.E.R. Makers 1898 Stratford Works'. Totally original condition Sold for: £50
479 Railway Crockery comprising qty 14 Saucers and 4 Plates, companies include LNER; Rhodesia Railways; Southern Railway; GWR; NER; LMS; GNR etc. The odd crack noted. Railway Crockery comprising qty 14 Saucers and 4 Plates, companies include LNER; Rhodesia Railways; Southern Railway; GWR; NER; LMS; GNR etc. The odd crack noted. Sold for: £40
480 Rhymney Railway Milepost Markers a pair, whole miles number '13' oval and three quarter miles number '12' with 3 stripes beneath indicating the Rhymney Railway Milepost Markers a pair, whole miles number '13' oval and three quarter miles number '12' with 3 stripes beneath indicating the Sold for: £45
481 GWR C/I post grouping Trespass Notice. Face restored, rear original. GWR C/I post grouping Trespass Notice. Face restored, rear original. Sold for: £35
482 London Transport enamel bullseye sign EARLS COURT. Opened on the 12th April 1869 by the Metropolitan District Railway and was originally on the east side of Earls Court Road rather than the current location on the west. Rectangular, measuring 28 x 22 and in extremely good condition, mounted in a later wooden frame. London Transport enamel bullseye sign EARLS COURT. Opened on the 12th April 1869 by the Metropolitan District Railway and was originally on the east side of Earls Court Road rather than the current location on the west. Rectangular, measuring 28 x 22 and in extremely good condition, mounted in a later wooden frame. Sold for: £120
483 Oil Painting on board of ex GWR loco 6105 on Hatton Bank in Warwickshire by Paul Twine dated June 1974. Framed and glazed measuring 22 Oil Painting on board of ex GWR loco 6105 on Hatton Bank in Warwickshire by Paul Twine dated June 1974. Framed and glazed measuring 22 Sold for: £30
484 Wagon Plates, qty 10 comprising:- 'D Types' LMS (x4); BR(x3); GWR. Together with qty 2 LMS Registration Plates and a GWR example. Wagon Plates, qty 10 comprising:- 'D Types' LMS (x4); BR(x3); GWR. Together with qty 2 LMS Registration Plates and a GWR example. Sold for: £120
485 Carriage Print, Wells-next-the-Sea from a painting by Watson from the LNER series. In an original glazed frame. Carriage Print, Wells-next-the-Sea from a painting by Watson from the LNER series. In an original glazed frame. Sold for: £170
486 Three items from Wolverhampton Works Drawing Office. C/I flat Paperweight with green velvet base and brass knob stamped 'GWR' on end. A large, interesting Staple Machine and an official Booklet entitled 'Standard water Pipes & Fittings & Fire Appliances' dated Sept 1921, inside cover bears stamp 'GWR Wolverhampton Drawing Office 8th Sept 1930. Three items from Wolverhampton Works Drawing Office. C/I flat Paperweight with green velvet base and brass knob stamped 'GWR' on end. A large, interesting Staple Machine and an official Booklet entitled 'Standard water Pipes & Fittings & Fire Appliances' dated Sept 1921, inside cover bears stamp 'GWR Wolverhampton Drawing Office 8th Sept 1930. Sold for: £40
487 Shedplate 26A, Newton Heath until September 1963. Shedplate 26A, Newton Heath until September 1963. Sold for: £80
488 Glass Negatives, a substantial collection of 11 original 'Imperial Plate Company' boxes (plus some loose), predominantly recording the opening of the Great Central Railway Immingham Docks on the 22nd July 1912 by King George V. During the ceremony Sam Fay the General Manager of the GCR was knighted. Also, subsequent images of the docks in the days and months following the opening. An additional box of plates is marked 'Aldersgate Depot 1907' and another box 'Opening Of The St Helens Branch'. Quality images from the era, many ships including the Steamer 'Killingholme', the Royal Train, people in Edwardian dress. Quite magnificent. Owing to the historic and fragile nature of the material, viewing will be strictly controlled, this archive material cannot be lost. Glass Negatives, a substantial collection of 11 original 'Imperial Plate Company' boxes (plus some loose), predominantly recording the opening of the Great Central Railway Immingham Docks on the 22nd July 1912 by King George V. During the ceremony Sam Fay the General Manager of the GCR was knighted. Also, subsequent images of the docks in the days and months following the opening. An additional box of plates is marked 'Aldersgate Depot 1907' and another box 'Opening Of The St Helens Branch'. Quality images from the era, many ships including the Steamer 'Killingholme', the Royal Train, people in Edwardian dress. Quite magnificent. Owing to the historic and fragile nature of the material, viewing will be strictly controlled, this archive material cannot be lost. Sold for: £1,020
489 Great Western Railway framed & glazed Telephone Circuit Card between Stratford On Avon West and Stratford On Avon East Down Signals. Frame branded with GWR initial, nice condition throughout. Great Western Railway framed & glazed Telephone Circuit Card between Stratford On Avon West and Stratford On Avon East Down Signals. Frame branded with GWR initial, nice condition throughout. Sold for: £30
490 GWR Carpet with roundel logo either end. Blue/grey and beige fleck with black border and black & beige roundel, measures 70 GWR Carpet with roundel logo either end. Blue/grey and beige fleck with black border and black & beige roundel, measures 70 Sold for: £290
491 GWR Henley-In-Arden Branch 2 Chain Survey dated 1910, Volume 156. Contains just 2, hand coloured plans in a maroon rexine cover with gold lettering. GWR Henley-In-Arden Branch 2 Chain Survey dated 1910, Volume 156. Contains just 2, hand coloured plans in a maroon rexine cover with gold lettering. Sold for: £65
492 Photograph Albums, Photographs and Scrap Books. A large quantity, one large album showing the resurrection of 70000 BRITANNIA. A mammoth selection of early and late material, compiled by the late Peter Swinger, Chairman of the Britannia Locomotive Co Ltd. Peter was also a well known author of many railway books, including 'The Power Of The B1s'. One large box file contains a huge collection of photographs and correspondence related to his work as an author . Photograph Albums, Photographs and Scrap Books. A large quantity, one large album showing the resurrection of 70000 BRITANNIA. A mammoth selection of early and late material, compiled by the late Peter Swinger, Chairman of the Britannia Locomotive Co Ltd. Peter was also a well known author of many railway books, including 'The Power Of The B1s'. One large box file contains a huge collection of photographs and correspondence related to his work as an author . Sold for: £10
493 Edmondson Ticket Dating Machines, qty 4, one is incomplete, the others look to be in working order. Together with Drivers Leather Bags, qty 4, together with a miscellaneous lot of Pay Tins, carriage Keys, Ticket Nippers, Silverplate Knives Forks & Spoons, Spanners, Keys, Pooley Plates, Traffolite Plates, couple of Post Cards, Honeybourne Station Stamp, Greaseproof Cap and Signal Instrument Indicator Labels. Edmondson Ticket Dating Machines, qty 4, one is incomplete, the others look to be in working order. Together with Drivers Leather Bags, qty 4, together with a miscellaneous lot of Pay Tins, carriage Keys, Ticket Nippers, Silverplate Knives Forks & Spoons, Spanners, Keys, Pooley Plates, Traffolite Plates, couple of Post Cards, Honeybourne Station Stamp, Greaseproof Cap and Signal Instrument Indicator Labels. Sold for: £260
494 Great Eastern Railway, Great Western Railway and a British Railways Coats Of Arms, all three mounted separately on wooden backing boards and all three in extremely good condition. Great Eastern Railway, Great Western Railway and a British Railways Coats Of Arms, all three mounted separately on wooden backing boards and all three in extremely good condition. Sold for: £35
495 Carriage Print, Bolton Abbey from a painting by Frank Sherwin from the LNER series. In an original glazed frame. Carriage Print, Bolton Abbey from a painting by Frank Sherwin from the LNER series. In an original glazed frame. Sold for: £50
496 GWR C/I post grouping Bridge Restriction Notice. Slight loss to one corner. GWR C/I post grouping Bridge Restriction Notice. Slight loss to one corner. Sold for: £55
497 GWR 'Roundel' Platform Seat Ends, a pair. Cast Iron construction in perfect condition, painted green at some time. Originated from an unknown S. Wales station. GWR 'Roundel' Platform Seat Ends, a pair. Cast Iron construction in perfect condition, painted green at some time. Originated from an unknown S. Wales station. Sold for: £410
498 A large quantity of Railway Books in several large boxes. A collection in its own right. A large quantity of Railway Books in several large boxes. A collection in its own right. Sold for: £20
499 Original Oil Painting on board by David Hey (1979) of Deltic D9012 CREPPELO with A4 60021 WILD SWAN behind. Measures 15 x 12 and is in an unglazed frame 18 Original Oil Painting on board by David Hey (1979) of Deltic D9012 CREPPELO with A4 60021 WILD SWAN behind. Measures 15 x 12 and is in an unglazed frame 18 Sold for: £20
500 LSWR 3 aspect Guards Handlamp complete with original reservoir stamped 'L&SWR'. Nicely stamped on side casing 'L&SWR 4173'. Unrestored. LSWR 3 aspect Guards Handlamp complete with original reservoir stamped 'L&SWR'. Nicely stamped on side casing 'L&SWR 4173'. Unrestored. Sold for: £60
501 Brass cased Signal Repeaters, qty 2 comprising one showing a Home Signal with 'On-Off-Wrong' and one with a swinging needle showing the same. Both in excellent condition. Together with qty 4 bakelite cased Track Circuit Repeaters showing central black bar and 'Track Occupied/Clear' on dial. All appear to be in good condition. Comes with a boxed spare. Brass cased Signal Repeaters, qty 2 comprising one showing a Home Signal with 'On-Off-Wrong' and one with a swinging needle showing the same. Both in excellent condition. Together with qty 4 bakelite cased Track Circuit Repeaters showing central black bar and 'Track Occupied/Clear' on dial. All appear to be in good condition. Comes with a boxed spare. Sold for: £110
502 GWR post-grouping Pocket Watch by Record, Swiss Made. Case engraved on rear with company initials and the number 0.1300. Enamel dial has some minor crazing but no loss/restoration. In fine working order. GWR post-grouping Pocket Watch by Record, Swiss Made. Case engraved on rear with company initials and the number 0.1300. Enamel dial has some minor crazing but no loss/restoration. In fine working order. Sold for: £130
7000 Nameplate LOCH SHEIL. Ex LNER K2 Class 2-6-0 locomotive built by Kitson & Co under works number 5343 in July 1921. Originally numbered 4693, it was named in March 1933 whilst carrying this number. It became 1783 in January 1946 and finally 61783 under BR in April 1948. Allocated initially to Eastfield to work the Fort William and Mallaig services. In 1952 was transferred to Keith. Withdrawn in June 1959. Nameplate LOCH SHEIL. Ex LNER K2 Class 2-6-0 locomotive built by Kitson & Co under works number 5343 in July 1921. Originally numbered 4693, it was named in March 1933 whilst carrying this number. It became 1783 in January 1946 and finally 61783 under BR in April 1948. Allocated initially to Eastfield to work the Fort William and Mallaig services. In 1952 was transferred to Keith. Withdrawn in June 1959. Sold for: £7,000
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