Functional object - Tram stop sign number - set of 2, Melbourne & Metropolitan Tramways Board (MMTB), 1960s?

Historical information

Used by the MMTB to number each tram stop on the system. Was attached to a pole using a metal strap. See item 185 for an example with a strap.

Significance

Demonstrates a MMTB tram stop number of two types of materials.

Physical description

Set of two numerals used on tram stops, both with two holes on the sides, and originally a red number on a white background. No. 3 - sheet metal baked enamalled. No. 7 - white core bakelite sheet.

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