Functional object - Trip slip safety pin

Historical information

Used by cable tram conductors to retain or pin their trip slips on their jackets. See item 1923 for a photo of a conductor wearing them on his jacket.

Significance

Demonstrates a trip slip safety pin used by conductors.

Physical description

Safety pin formed from spring steel with a folded steel sheet at one end and nickel plated. - Two copies held.

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