Summary
A rollingstock builder's plate, for a locomotive cradle, made by Commonwealth Steel Company, Granite City, Illinois, United States of America.
Physical Description
Rectangular metal (brass?) plate. Remains of black paint on surfaces. Four holes for mounting. Text in relief. Surface corrosion. Unrestored.
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Acquisition Information
Bequest from Mr Eric Quinlan, 15 Dec 1995
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Inscriptions
Front: " COMMONWEALTH / LOCOMOTIVE CRADLE / PATENTED / COMMONWEALTH STEEL CO / GRANITE CITY ILLINOIS "
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Overall Dimensions
260 mm (Width), 10 mm (Depth), 100 mm (Height)
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