Lot 5 Diesel Hydraulic Locomotive Nameplate "WESTERN GOVERNOR" and matching Number Plate "D 1054". As carried by a Class 52. New to 88A Cardiff Canton 3/63. Name carried from new until withdrawal 11/76. Cut up at Swindon Works 5/77. Front restored, back in ex loco condition. Purchased from Collector's Corner in 1979 for £430, comes with original C/C receipt. This matching set has never been offered before. Accompanying this lot is an alloy replica "BUILT 1963 CREWE" Worksplate and two replica 84A alloy shed plates.

Guide: £12000 - 16000

 

  Lot sold for £20000 (PB 255)