Set of four red painted metal railway boxes with SNCF logo

Set of four red painted metal railway boxes with sncf logo. These could be "firecracker boxes" allowing firecrackers to be transported and stored away from humidity which, once placed on the rails, made it possible to warn railway workers working on the tracks of the arrival of firecrackers. 'a train. In good general condition with traces of wear attesting to their authenticity. Probably dating from the 50s-60s maybe older. Treated with an antioxidant varnish to prevent oxidation while preserving the patina of the boxes. The boxes measure 10cm wide, 11cm long, 5cm high.

Ref. : FYZ9ZH3R