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Finial; Signal post cap or finial as used on surface sections of London Underground, McKenzie & Holland and Westinghouse Power Signals, 1920 - 1930

Main details

Main details for this item.
Reference number
2004/2735
Description
Tall cast iron signal post finial from the District Railway. Square slightly sloping base supporting tapering foot with flattened ball on top. Four flared brackets terminate in long tapered point. Maker's initials moulded in relief on two bracket arms and base.
Manufacturer
Dates
1920-1930
Collection
Object type
  • Finial
Location
Completeness
53%
  • Physical description

    Dimensions
    AttributeValue
    Height
    618mm
    Width
    215mm
    Depth
    215mm
    Colour
    AttributeValue
    Colour
    • Brown
    Item content
    AttributeValue
    Inscription
    Mc K & H W
    W P S Co LTD
    Mc K H & W P (text corroded)
    D R
    Design
    AttributeValue
    Material
    cast iron
  • People involved

    RolePerson(s) involved
    Manufacturer
    McKenzie & Holland, 1920-1930
    Westinghouse Power Signals,
  • Associated companies, people and places

    Company
    AttributeValue
    Line
    District line,