S.s. Sarnia pin badge

Pin badge S.S. Sarnia, enalelled metal with hinged pin at rear. Depicts the British Rail Sealink vessel with blue hull, white superstructure and red and black funnel.

Details

Category:
Railway Shipping
Object Number:
2015-7049
Materials:
metal (unknown)
Measurements:
45mm x 18mm
type:
badge
credit:
Chris De Feu

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