Historical information

These signs became necessary after the introduction of CITY SECTION fares in July 1951 to indicate to conductors and passengers the boundary of the city section, where a special fare applied. Used by SEC until 9/1971. Acquired by BTPS Museum in Oct. 1971 from SECV. Used at Dawson & Sturt St. Was physically removed from pole by levering it off, damaging lower part of sign. See item 704 showing the Ballarat tram sections.

Significance

Demonstrates a SECV End of Section sign for a particular location.

Physical description

Enamel sign, painted for END OF CITY SECTION C1 , by painting CITY and C1 over enamelled surface, by hand on both sides. Additional Paint in poor condition.