Light fitting; Traffic light with pedestrian crossing and stand, circa 1952
Main details
| Reference number | 2010/9207 |
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| Description | Signals are essential for managing the flow of traffic on busy roads and at complicated junctions. Manufactured by the General Electric Co Ltd (GEC) this lantern assembly includes directional arrows and a pedestrian crossing light box. The world's first traffic light was gas powered and installed near the Houses of Parliament on 9 December 1868. |
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| Dates | 1952 |
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| Completeness | 70% |
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Physical description
Colour Attribute Value Colour - Silver
Design Attribute Value Material steelrubber -
People involved
Role Person(s) involved Manufacturer General Electric Company , 1952 -
Associated companies, people and places
Company Attribute Value Company General Electric Company,