LIONEL MANUFACTURING CO era
Here is a scarce version of the Lionel #112 Standard Gauge gondola. Lionel produced this number starting in 1910, but based on the variations, I would place this one in the 19-teens. This one is embossed Lionel MFC Co NY.
There were a few different variations of the 112, and this one is one of the scarcest. These look great in a long line--on the layout!!!
Did you know that there are a few versions of this car:
This one:
- Is the BROWN body version
- Has BLACK PRINT
- Is rubber stamped PENNSYLVANIA
- Has the top edge rolled in a "rolled rim"
- Lionel MFG Co NY embossed on bottom
- 100 Series Type V trucks
Do you have this particular version? Be sure you have them all!
Sure to be an attention-getter in the prewar collection.
CONDITION: C-6+. Really good rubber stamping of name on side. Some rust on wheels. Some kind of paint wear on inside of gondola probably from a load. Some paint nicks here and there.