Institution Brass, Wood SNCFB administrative stamp - 11 cm

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Early 20th‑century brass seal with a blackened wooden handle and a turned brass base, featuring a central winged wheel emblem and a 3 cm diameter brass matrix for sealing railway documents.

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Old SNCFB / NMBS sign – Bascoup station (Belgium) – early 20th century

Official railway cachet, originating from the former SNCFB / NMBS (Belgian railways), assigned to the Bascoup station or service.
Blackened, worn, and cracked in places, with obvious professional use. The base is turned brass, with an engraved brass matrix.

The central motif depicts a winged wheel, a classic railway emblem.
The circular legend, in relief:
S N C F B
N M B S
BASCOUP

100% authentic, non-decorative object: a genuine administrative tool used to seal or mark railway documents.

Dimensions: height 11 cm - matrix: diameter 3 cm

Condition: consistent with its age, very patinated handle, oxidized brass, coherent signs of wear. Engraving perfectly legible. No visible restoration.

Provenance: Private collection.

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Seller's Story

The Sanctuary of Curiosities was born from a deep passion for sacred art, devotional objects, and ancient curiosities, witnesses to a rich spiritual and cultural history. Each item offered is the result of meticulous research, carefully sourced across Europe, respecting its authenticity, rarity, and condition. We are committed to selecting only meaningful objects, with special attention paid to details, materials, and provenance. Our approach is guided by respect for religious heritage and the desire to pass on these fragments of the sacred to passionate collectors, enlightened amateurs, or places of reflection. Each item is carefully examined, documented, and packaged with the utmost care to ensure a calm, professional, and respectful shopping experience.
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Old SNCFB / NMBS sign – Bascoup station (Belgium) – early 20th century

Official railway cachet, originating from the former SNCFB / NMBS (Belgian railways), assigned to the Bascoup station or service.
Blackened, worn, and cracked in places, with obvious professional use. The base is turned brass, with an engraved brass matrix.

The central motif depicts a winged wheel, a classic railway emblem.
The circular legend, in relief:
S N C F B
N M B S
BASCOUP

100% authentic, non-decorative object: a genuine administrative tool used to seal or mark railway documents.

Dimensions: height 11 cm - matrix: diameter 3 cm

Condition: consistent with its age, very patinated handle, oxidized brass, coherent signs of wear. Engraving perfectly legible. No visible restoration.

Provenance: Private collection.

Photos are an integral part of the description of the objects and complement their presentation. They allow you to assess their condition and characteristics. Please examine them carefully before any commitment.

The item will be carefully packaged and shipped with a tracking number to ensure fast and secure delivery.

Happy bidding

Seller's Story

The Sanctuary of Curiosities was born from a deep passion for sacred art, devotional objects, and ancient curiosities, witnesses to a rich spiritual and cultural history. Each item offered is the result of meticulous research, carefully sourced across Europe, respecting its authenticity, rarity, and condition. We are committed to selecting only meaningful objects, with special attention paid to details, materials, and provenance. Our approach is guided by respect for religious heritage and the desire to pass on these fragments of the sacred to passionate collectors, enlightened amateurs, or places of reflection. Each item is carefully examined, documented, and packaged with the utmost care to ensure a calm, professional, and respectful shopping experience.
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Details

Culture
Institution
Century/ Timeframe
XXè siècle
Name of object
SNCFB administrative stamp
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2000
Material
Brass, Wood
Country acquired from
Belgium
Condition
Very good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
11 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1000
Width
3 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Belgium
Depth
3 cm
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Yes
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Objects sold
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