#513

Rare German Painted Tin Railroad Ticket Booth by Bing
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$2,000
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Description
6 1/2" (17 cm.) The pressed tinplate building with embossed brick and shingle designs is hand- painted,and has four etched glass windows with tin window frames,gas lights,railings,detachable destination sign currently reading "Fahrkarten",and ticket slot. Inside is the original candle holder and a number of "tickets". The office was offered in the Bing 1912 catalog. Excellent condition with fine original finish,and having GBN symbol on front base.