1912 Print Darjeeling Himalayan Railway Toy Train India ORIGINAL HISTORIC TW2

This is an original 1912 halftone print with two images of the "smallest railroad in the world." Built by the English in the Himalayas, the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway or "Toy Train" still goes from New Jalpaiguri to Darjeeling in West Bengal, India. The gauge of the railroad is two feet and it runs about 57 miles with an ascent of 7000 feet.

CONDITION

This 99+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. Light aging in margins. No creases. No natural defects. Some light surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is printing on the reverse.

• Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine
• Dimensions: Approximately 5.75 x 8.5 inches; 15 x 22 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Keywords specific to this image: narrow gauge railway, Indian Railways

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