Historical information

Bell used by the conductor or passengers to signal to the driver - stop, proceed or an emergency stop. TB Pattern

Significance

Demonstrates a conductors communication or signal bell made for use on tramcars.

Physical description

Brass Conductor Communication Bell, or signal bell, consisting of cast frame, bell, striker, bell pull part, one nut to secure the bell to the frame and two rivets securing for the bell pull part. Has at both ends, multiple screw holes that were used to secure the bell to the roof. Has at one end the initials "TB" cast in - "Tramway Board".