Cap badge; standard roundel type, as issued to rail staff, 1934-1977
Main details
Reference number | 1995/356 |
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Description | These badges were issued to railway staff from 1934 and were in use until about 1977. They were worn by train drivers and automatic train operators, and staff such as shunters, train checkers and depot gatekeepers. Prior to 1939 they were also issued to guards and some grades of station staff. Early badges were nickel silver, and later issues, such as this one, were chrome-plated. |
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Dates | 1933-1977 |
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Completeness | 75% |
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Physical description
Dimensions Attribute Value Height 38mmWidth 50mmDepth 14mmColour Attribute Value Colour - Yellow
- Silver
Item content Attribute Value Inscription LONDON TRANSPORTDesign Attribute Value Material ChromeEnamel -
People involved
Role Person(s) involved Manufacturer J R Gaunt, London, 1933-1977 -
Associated companies, people and places
Company Attribute Value Issued to Rail staff,