Lot #297 - LOCOMOTIVE: A fine model of a 'Royal Scot' 4-6-0 express passenger locomotive, 5-inch gauge live steam model
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Auction House:Donington Auctions
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Sale Name:The Binalong Motor Museum Auction
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Sale Date:26 Jul 2020 ~ 10.30am (AEST)
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Lot #:297
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Lot Description:LOCOMOTIVE: A fine model of a 'Royal Scot' 4-6-0 express passenger locomotive, 5-inch gauge live steam model
LOCOMOTIVE: A fine model of a 'Royal Scot' 4-6-0 express passenger locomotive, 5-inch gauge live steam model comprising the locomotive, tender and metal trolly display stand. The Royal Scot was the first of a class of locomotives designed by Sir Henry Fowler for the LMS and built in 1927. The original engine toured the USA in 1933 creating much interest - as a result of this visit, Bassett Lowke received an order for a 1 ½' inch scale model from an American customer._x000D_ _x000D_ This impressive locomotive was purchased by the constructor J. Fitzpatrick QLD in 1992. _x000D_ _x000D_ It is understood this engine has only been run for several hours since construction and has the capacity to pull 16 adults. Accompanying the sale is a provenance file including purchase receipt and boiler certificate (1989-1992) issued by Bill Reeves in QLD. _x000D_ _x000D_ Sold with two fitted timber transportation boxes._x000D_ -
Estimate:A$10,000 - 12,000
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Realised Price:
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Category:Toys & Models
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