Great Eastern Railway Horn Pea Whistle Railwayana Antique 1880s
"The item is in full working condition. There are some scratches and marks consistent with its age."
This 1880s Great Eastern Railway horn pea whistle, made by James Dixon & Sons, is a rare historical collectible with a metal chain and original craftsmanship.
- Maker: James Dixon & Sons, Sheffield, England
- Circa: 1880s
- Construction: Horn, cork pea, metal chain
- Stamped: G.E.R
- Country of Origin: England
- Length: 7.5 cm (2.95 inches) (whistle only)
- Length with chain: 38 cm (14 15/16 inches)
- Diameter: 2 cm (approximately 3/4 inches)
- Weight: 45 grams with the chain (1.6 oz)
- Condition: Excellent Used Condition, fully working
- Other: Original metal chain and ring
Please take a look at the photos to evaluate the condition for yourself.
Dating and Verification
The railway whistle in question was manufactured in 1890 by James Dixon & Sons. This specific model, #5S & 5R, was initially produced in two sizes: 62mm and 85mm. During the late 1890s, additional sizes were introduced. Many of these whistles were utilized by railway companies as guard whistles and were stamped with company abbreviations such as G.E.R, G.W.R, and N.S.R.
This whistle is James Dixon & Sons creation, due to its rounded domed end fipple, which prevents the pea from escaping.
Item Specifics
- Condition
- used
- Manufactured
- United Kingdom
- Orig./Repro.
- original
- Classified
- antique
- Primary Material
- horn, metall
- Modified Item
- no
- Maker
- James Dixon & Sons, Sheffield, England
- Brand
- G.E.R.
Where This Horn Whistle Was Discovered
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DeliveryTo United States estimated between Mon, 3 Mar and Fri, 7 Mar.
Shipping$ 18.78
Price$ 142
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