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A Japanese arcade token. It is the size of a quarter and it is the same on both sides. It is made of metal but it is not magnetic.
The driver of a Metro-Cammell 2 car set is leaning out of his cab to take the token from the signalman who holds it ready. The exchange is being made at Machynlleth station with a Shrewsbury - Aberystwyth train. To the far left of the scene the goods yard has a number of 4 wheeled vans in the sidings. I would guess the date at around 1971.
Peter cut this 6x6 cm neg down because of damage in the sky thus losing the top of the telegraph pole, if only he could have foretold the arrival of photoshop!
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More from the token collection.
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Greater Manchester Police have paid tribute to those who have lost their lives in terror attacks around the world.
Officers from GMP’s Bury division were among those at a ceremony to plant a tree, which had been donated by Bury Council.
The tree has been decorated with messages of hope and support following an event in conjunction with Collabor8 earlier this year.
Collabor8 is an annual event held in celebration of Bury’s diverse community and is aimed at bringing people together to create an opportunity for attendees to develop their own cultural awareness and understanding; enabling communities to breakdown stereotypes, eradicate problems and provide a platform to further tackle hate crime.
A plaque has also been designed and has been installed next to the tree with a message of hope, support and remembrance from GMP officers and the wider community.
Superintendent Sue Downey of GMP's Bury district said: “This tree, which was kindly donated by Bury Council, will stand in the memorial garden to serve as a token of remembrance.
“We hope members of the community and further afield will leave their messages of hope for all those that have been injured and affected by these incidents across the world.”
Cllr Sharon Briggs, Bury Council’s cabinet member for communities, added: “Across the world, many innocent people have had their lives taken by acts of terror. This is a symbolic way of remembering them, and helping to spread the message of peace.”
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Token Entry with Voice of Reason, Food for Thought and Batman's Brother Ed at Unisound Recording Studio in Reading, PA. Probably from 1989
HSBC anda mandando esto gratis para transferencias bancarias. Publicada para ejemplificar en un post.
One of a series of medals issued by Peter Kempson in 1797. It shows the New Meeting House after it had been re-built following the riots of 1791.
Accession number: 1939 N161
It's traditional to leave a token on a grave marker, to show that the person who is buried there has had a visitor. The most common tokens are stones. Occasionally, I will find a seashell. In this context, I remember that life started in the sea. I wonder if that's what the giver had in mind, as well.
Happy Tipsy Tuesday! If you were handed one of these tokens, what would your drink order be?
I would have to say a Negro Modelo with lime. Mmmmm.
A 3D-printable token to release shopping carts. The key has a hole so that it can be carried on a keyring and always be available.
We provide two versions as STL files. One in the shape of a Swedish 10 kronor coin, and a blank so that it can be used for any size of coins.
Just 3D-model a simple flat cylinder in the size of your coin and (Boolean) join it with the blank.
Download the file from www.thingiverse.com/thing:490554
By Creative Tools
Another snap of Brush Type 2 no. 5580 as its driver prepares to swap tokens with the signalman at Glyndyfrdwy.
A 3D-printable token to release shopping carts. The key has a hole so that it can be carried on a keyring and always be available.
We provide two versions as STL files. One in the shape of a Swedish 10 kronor coin, and a blank so that it can be used for any size of coins.
Just 3D-model a simple flat cylinder in the size of your coin and (Boolean) join it with the blank.
Download the file from www.thingiverse.com/thing:490554
By Creative Tools
80104 runs into Corfe Castle on a service for Swanage, the fireman and signalman prepare to exchange tokens, 7/7/2011
A 3D-printable token to release shopping carts. The key has a hole so that it can be carried on a keyring and always be available.
We provide two versions as STL files. One in the shape of a Swedish 10 kronor coin, and a blank so that it can be used for any size of coins.
Just 3D-model a simple flat cylinder in the size of your coin and (Boolean) join it with the blank.
Download the file from www.thingiverse.com/thing:490554
By Creative Tools
The signaller at Rainford Junction collects the token for the single line section to Kirkby from the driver of Northern Class 156, 156 427. The 'Super Sprinter' was forming the 2J36 12:29 Kirkby to Wigan Wallgate service.
Rainford Junction station - built in 1858 - used to be a busy intersection of the Liverpool and Bury Railway, the East Lancashire Railway's Skelmersdale Branch and the St. Helens Railway. However, lines gradually closed during the 1950s and 1960s and by the 1970s the line was down to just the single route between Wigan and Kirkby and the station was renamed plain old "Rainford".
The signal box retains the full "Rainford Junction" name and - along with the semaphores - is a reminder of a much busier railway in times gone by at this location.
Stormtrooper Bruce has received a mystery gift from Mos Eisley that is both confusing and a little bit scary. This is not how he wanted to end his week.
STB: What am I going to do? I don't know who this is from because I can't read the writing inside this note. It's some crazy language I've never seen before!
TK-1110: But the outside clearly says "I ♥ U" and you know what that means!
STB: No, don't say it!
TK-1110: It means you made a love connection that weekend you went to Mos Eisley! Dude, you still don't remember anything that happened?
STB: A love connection! No way. Don't even say those words!
TK-1110: I hate to ask, but what kind of person sends THIS as a confession of their love?
STB: It's so wrong! And look at this heart. It's GREEN! Does that mean she has green blood? Vader's dogs! What if she isn't a she! What if... I can't even bring myself to say it...
TK-1110: Green blood, that can only mean one thing. A shape shifter. Or a Vulcan, but I don't think there's any of those in this sector. Wait, doesn't Yoda have green blood?
STB: This isn't funny. If she sent this here, she knows where I live. I'm going to kill Fett for ever taking me to Eisley. I knew it was too good to be true.
TK-1110: You know what? If your Secret Love is really a shape shifter - how do you know this red glowy eyed monsterthing isn't her in disguise?
STB: Well if it is, then she-it-whatever is in for a big surprise because I'm sending this out the nearest airlock, and pretend I never saw it. It never came. I know nothing. Wanna help me?
TK-1110: Thought you'd never ask, you little heart breaker, you!
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Viewing large is always fun.
KAKEGAWA, Japan – Swirling sand obscures the sunlit sky as a UH-1 “Huey” helicopter touches down on a freshly cut baseball field. Mere moments pass before the Huey’s Japan Ground Self-Defense Force crew chief dismounts from his metallic steed and sprints toward four U.S. Army Soldiers bearing a stretcher. The crew chief’s commanding shout cuts through the roar of rotor blades, springing his American partners into action. With swift, expert precision, the stretcher bearers carry their wounded comrade—a mannequin sporting an Army Combat Uniform—to the Huey.
Casualty evacuation was one of the many training missions orchestrated during Shizuoka Prefecture’s annual Comprehensive Disaster Drill conducted here Sept. 4, 2016. The drill demonstrated the emergency response capabilities of a diverse collection of local, regional, national and international organizations. Its static displays, interactive classes and practical workshops conducted throughout Kakegawa also provided lifesaving lessons for the city’s citizens.
“The people of Shizuoka Prefecture have organized this annual exercise for 35 years,” said Yuka Ogura, a supervisor for the prefectural government’s Emergency Countermeasures Division. “Although the drill’s size and scope has become increasingly complex with the inclusion of specialized government agencies and advanced equipment, the individual residents play the most pivotal role in preparing for the worst.”
Among the participants stood a dozen Soldiers assigned to U.S. Army Japan, I Corps (Forward) and Public Health Command-Pacific. The group packed two Humvees with fuel, rations and medical supplies before embarking on their 120-mile journey from Camp Zama to Kakegawa.
“The U.S. Army has actively participated in this drill since 2010,” said Maj. Donald Kim, U.S. Army liaison officer for to the JGSDF's Eastern Army and Central Readiness Force. “It demonstrates our capabilities in humanitarian response assistance by testing our troops’ expertise in first aid, supply distribution, convoy operations and medical evacuation. Our participation also sends a strong message to our Japanese partners that we are willing and able to provide immediate support when disaster strikes.”
“Since the great east Japan earthquake and tsunami [in 2011], local communities have a greater understanding and openness to collaborate with international agencies in the aftermath of a major disaster,” added Ogura. “The U.S. Army has proved on many occasions that it has the talent and resources to respond to any emergency in the country.”
Throughout the exercise, the American Soldiers worked closely with their Japan Ground Self-Defense Force partners from the 34th Infantry Regiment, Eastern Army, JGSDF. The respective units set up their base of operations at a local gym where they combined resources to coordinate convoy routes, establish mobile communication sites, and set up supply distribution points.
“The JGSDF and U.S. Army have specialized equipment and highly trained personnel that many of our civilian counterparts cannot afford,” said JGSDF Sgt. 1st Class Miura Hatoshi, a squad leader in the 2nd Company, 34th Infantry Regiment. “However, these assets are practically worthless if we don’t properly use them. That’s why it’s essential that we seize every opportunity to train together so we may make the right decisions together.”
The drill concluded with a closing ceremony at a demolished neighborhood used as a training site for search, rescue and recovery operations. Standing alongside hundreds of service members, firefighters, police officers and first responders, Heita Kawakatsu, governor of Shizuoka Prefecture, expressed his appreciation for the American participants.
“The citizens of Shizuoka Prefecture and I are grateful for the support from the U.S. Army and Marines,” said Kawakatsu. “Your skill and professionalism were second only to your care and compassion.”
As the troops shook hands and exchanged small tokens of appreciation with their gracious hosts, Kim reflected on his team’s immense effort, energy and enthusiasm.
“I’m proud of these men,” said Kim. “Many of them have Military Occupation Specialties far separated from the desired skillsets for humanitarian assistance and disaster relief missions. However, their proficiency in their basic warrior tasks and their eagerness to learn from the experts shows our Japanese partners that they can count on us anytime, anywhere.”
Photo by Sgt. John L. Carkeet IV, U.S. Army Japan
Sikh Token from the early 1800s Maharaja Ranjit singh's period. The coin denote the figure as Guru Gobind Singh (Gobindas). And in the reverse is the Mool Mantar up to "Nanak Hosi Bee Such" all inscriped in laarri vaarr Gurmuki script.
Copies of tokens left by the mother with her baby after she left it the nearby Foundling Hospital. The tokens are embedded in the pavement on Marchmont Street, Bloomsbury.
The driver of BR (ex GWR) Class 16xx 0-6-0PT no 1638 surrenders the section token to the signalman on entering Tenterden Station on the Kent & East Sussex Railway with the late running 12:35 train on Tuesday 17th September 2019.
Een automaat in een car wash werkt vaak op tokens. Token Company is dé producent bij uitstek van car wash tokens.
This is for the February 2018 challenge "Chocolates"
Photo credit Sally Robertson
I used Prismacolor pencils over an acrylics base.
Artist name: Clariece S. Kirkwood.
Sorry the white of the the rose is a bit over exposed from the camera😵😵😵
A 3D-printable token to release shopping carts. The key has a hole so that it can be carried on a keyring and always be available.
We provide two versions as STL files. One in the shape of a Swedish 10 kronor coin, and a blank so that it can be used for any size of coins.
Just 3D-model a simple flat cylinder in the size of your coin and (Boolean) join it with the blank.
Download the file from www.thingiverse.com/thing:490554
By Creative Tools
After many visits to Cork I have begun to appreciate just how much the city was dominated by the Catholic Church but by the same token there are many signs that this domination no longer exists.
The magnificent church of St Vincent's was designed by Sir John Benson. Its style is early Gothic and it is built mainly of red sandstone. It has a spectacular appearance when viewed from the Mardyke as it is built on a rocky outcrop of Sunday's Well. The site on which it is built was donated by Miss Mary MacSwiney who was a resident of the area. Fund-raising for the project was organised by the Very Reverend Michael O'Sullivan, Vicar General of Cork. The foundation stone of the church was laid on 24 October 1851 by the Bishop of Cork William Delaney. After much of the stonework had been completed and the church was partially roofed, disaster struck on 4 November 1853 when a severe storm destroyed the roof and blew down much of the stonework. The event evoked widespread sympathy and donations for rebuilding the church were made from many Irish dioceses and private individuals. On 20 July 1856 the solemn dedication of the completed church took place. St Vincent's Church was consecrated on 14 October 1906. The interior of the church had been greatly embellished in the fifty years since its dedication. St Vincent's became the parish church of Sunday's Well parish on 2 February 1972. The adjoining Missionary House was sold to University College Cork in 2000.
Despite the decline of church power and influence I was really surprised to learn that the complex shown in my photographs was on the market.
Lot 1: The property comprises the former St. Vincents Church on a site of approx. 0.2 hectares (0.5 acres). The magnificent church building was designed by Sir John Benson. The foundation stone of the church was laid in 1851 and it was completed in 1856. Its style is early gothic and it is built of mainly red sandstone with pitched timber and slated roofs and feature stained glass windows. The building is mainly single storey with a part lower ground floor that incorporates a mezzanine level and there is an upper floor organ room. The internal apex height in the main church area is 15.4m. The property includes a surface car park to the front laid out with 18 car spaces.
Lot 2: The property comprises a south facing development site of approx. 0.45 hectares (1.15 acres) situated to the east of the former St. Vincent’s Church. It has extensive road frontage of approx. 88m to Sundays Well Road along its northern boundary although Sundays Well Road is at a higher level. The site is currently overgrown and access is from Rock Well Lane which connects Sundays Well Road with the eastern boundary of the site. There are no buildings on the site although there is a disused former basketball court. The property is in an elevated position with spectacular views overlooking the city centre, River Lee, Mardyke, St. Finbarr’s Cathedral and UCC North Mall Campus.
Here are several of the extant pewter badges that I based my wedding token on. There's one more rectangle with a pair of people that I did not include due to room. There's also another token of a woman giving a wreath to her love, also not included here. I added the bottom right piece for it's mushroom shaped trees.
More about the coloring method at www.morgandonner.com/2013/09/coloring-pewter
Few people actually get to watch a live volcano erupt, which, from a safe distance away, is an amazing experience.
At Ketep Pass -- a relatively new resort located in Ketep, Sawangan, here, some 35 kilometers south of the regental capital, Magelang -- this exciting spectacle can be experienced from some 1,200 meters above sea level. Lava is clearly visible as it is emitted from the peak of the neighboring 2,911-meter Mount Merapi, one of the most active volcanoes in the world. At night, the descending lava is a dramatic display of natural fireworks, which can be witnessed with the naked eye.
Separated only by a valley, Mount Merapi seems but a stone's throw away from Ketep to the north. Even without a telescope, visitors can observe the peak of Mount Merapi clearly in daylight hours from Ketep. Such is the proximity that the thunderous sound of the volcano expelling lava can also be heard sometimes in Ketep.
Yet, visitors need not worry as, even in a major eruption, the valley would prevent the lava from reaching the site. "Besides, experience also shows that the lava has never traveled toward the north: It has always moved either southward or westward," Ketep Pass manager M. Hariadi told The Jakarta Post recently.
Viewing Mount Merapi from a distance is not the only attraction that Ketep offers tourists. Officially opened by then president Megawati Soekarnoputri on Oct. 17, 2002, Ketep was designed as a volcano-based tourist destination. As such, the resort also has other attractions. Among these are a volcano center, volcano theater and the Pelataran Panca Arga (Panca Arga plain).
From the parking lot in, the venue is an attractive one. Stepping onto an open field, visitors can enjoy the magnificence and beauty of both the slopes and the peak of Mount Merapi. If they wish to use a telescope, they can rent one from local children at Rp 1,000, with no time limit.
Tourists hoping to enjoy this particular attraction, however, are at the mercy of the weather. If they are lucky, no clouds will obscure the volcano. If not, they must wait for the clouds to clear.
"Merapi is quite unpredictable in the sense that sometimes it can be seen very clearly while at other times clouds cover it all day long. It seems that it decides for itself whether to show or hide itself from visitors," said a villager selling grilled baby corn at Ketep.
While waiting for the clouds to clear, however, tourists may visit the volcano center, which is built right next to the parking area. Entry tickets are Rp 3,500. Here tourists can find out about volcanoes in general and Mount Merapi in particular, including how they were formed over thousands of years through natural processes.
Information is available in the form of pictures, diagrams, a computerized database, multimedia presentations, photos, and three-dimensional models, including a miniature of Mount Merapi.
A diorama of what is called the Puncak Garuda (Garuda Peak) -- the highest part of which is Mount Merapi -- is also attached to one of the walls of the center for tourists to take a picture, using it as the backdrop. This will create the impression that you are being photographed on the peak of the volcano.
From the volcano center, tourists may continue to the Puncak Panca Arga, which literally means the peak of five volcanoes. It was named so because, from this site, tourists can see the peaks of Java's five highest volcanoes.
They are: Mount Merapi (2,911 meters) on the Central Java-Yogyakarta border, Mount Merbabu (3,142), Kabupaten Magelang (Central Java), Mount Sindoro (3,135), Temanggung (Central Java), Mount Sumbing (3,321), also in Temanggung, and Mount Slamet (3,428), Banyumas, Central Java.
There are, of course, other, smaller mountains or mountain ranges to see from there. They include Mount Telomoyo, Mount Andong, the Dieng Plateau and the Menoreh mountain range.
An observation telescope is also installed there for visitors to take a closer look, both at the peak of Mount Merapi and other objects around it. Tokens to operate the telescope are sold for Rp 2,500 apiece for three minutes' viewing.
The central part of the Pelataran also functions as a helipad. "This is one of the ideal places from which to take good pictures, with this beautiful scenery in the background," Sarwidi, a lecturer at Yogyakarta-based Indonesian Islamic University (UII) and a regular visitor to the resort, told the Post.
Also worth a visit in Ketep is the volcano theater, a mini-theater that is located right next to the Pelataran Panca Arga. Officially opened in 2003, it offers a 20-minute movie that explains much about Mount Merapi, including its deadly hot clouds, known locally as wedhus gembel, which have claimed many lives during major eruptions.
Ketep is accessible from Magelang, Surakarta, or even Yogyakarta by public or private transportation. All means of transportation can directly reach Ketep. No walking is necessary. Tourists can also combine visits to Prambanan temple, Yogyakarta Palace, Borobudur temple, and Ketep Pass, as they are relatively close to each other. Ketep is about only 30 kilometers to 35 km away from Prambanan, Yogyakarta and Borobudur.
These were examples the class instructor brought for us to view. Here was the class description:
"Learn how to easily and cheaply produce small tokens, jewelry and dress accessories the way it was done in the Middle Ages. Students will learn about the use of pewter tokens, badges and trinkets in the 14th and 15th centuries, and will have the opportunity to produce a small piece of their own, carving a soapstone mold and casting it themselves. Instructors will provide soapstone for a mold, metal for casting, all tools, dust masks and a handout of period examples."