South Yorkshire Royston Monckton Colliery Original Photo 1956 Pickfords C1. For Sale
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South Yorkshire Royston Monckton Colliery Original Photo 1956 Pickfords C1.: $42.37
An original vintage black and white industrial photograph dating from 10th April 1956, capturing a fascinating piece of British transport and industrial history.
The image features a classic Pickfords flatbed lorry transporting a massive concrete structure, with detailed handwritten notes and an official site stamp on the reverse.
Key Details & Historical Context:
Date: 10th April 1956
Dimensions: 21 cm x 16 cm (approx. 8.25\" x 6.3\")
Location: Site Office, New Monckton Colliery, Lundhill Lane, Royston, South Yorkshire, England.
Photographer: Eddie Jones (Carlton Rd., Smithies & Midland Rd., Royston).
Subject: A Pickfords low-loader/flatbed truck moving a large concrete component. The reverse is annotated: \"\'A\' Type Beam en route from casting yard to bridge site.\"
Background Details: Features a second Pickfords vehicle fitted with a heavy-duty crane, construction workers, temporary site huts, and the industrial landscape of the colliery yard.
Condition Report
Overall Condition: Fair to good vintage condition. A genuine, historic working site photograph.
Front Visuals: The central image and all main visual details are entirely safe, clear, and sharp with excellent contrast.
Surface Wear: There is noticeable surface damage/wear along the top margin and particularly in the top corners (as shown in the photos). This includes some scuffing, edge wear, and aging, which reflects its history but does not obscure the main subject.
Reverse: Features clear handwritten notes in blue ink, a photographer\'s credit stamp, and a purple ink stamp for the New Monckton Colliery Site Office.
