Functional object - Run Number Plate, Melbourne & Metropolitan Tramways Board (MMTB), Glen Huntly Depot 8, 1940's?

Historical information

Used on trams that ran out of Glen Huntly Dep;ot to indicate to traffic staff, the tram run or service number.

Significance

Demonstrates the MMTB method of indicating to traffic staff, the trams run number.

Physical description

Circular steel plate, with the numerals "8" and letter "GH" cut into the plate with two slotted holes on the top .

Inscriptions & markings

Has numerous pencil marks on one side.

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