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Description
We think the train conductor used this hand held mini horn to announce train departures? It sounds exactly like a new year's eve party blower. It was bought not far from Paris in Tongeren, Belgium (near Liege) in an antique market. It has a copper mouthpiece and brass body and an engraving that says "Orient Express" framed by "Paris" and "Istambul". There is a place for a string to feed through suggesting it hung on a pocket or around the neck.
Category
Metalware
Medium
Brass and copper
Distinguishing marks
Orient Express, Paris--Istambul
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
6" long x 1" high
Date Period
unknown
Weight
few ounces
History
Train Conductor Handheld Horn?
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
25 euro
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