On offer is a rare antique miner’s check from Maindy Colliery, issued by the Ocean Coal Company, a significant name in British coal mining history. Miner’s checks, also known as tallies or pit checks, were used as an identification and safety system in collieries, ensuring that every worker underground could be accounted for at the end of a shift.

This check is made from stamped metal and features the “Maindy Colliery” and “Ocean Coal Co.” inscriptions, along with the miner’s identification number. It shows wear consistent with age and use, preserving its authentic industrial character. These pieces of mining heritage are increasingly scarce, making this a fantastic collector’s item.

📌 Key Features:
✅ Authentic antique miner’s check – Maindy Colliery, Ocean Coal Company
✅ Historical coal mining artifact – Once used for worker identification
✅ Stamped metal with original markings & worker’s tally number
✅ Good condition for age – Wear consistent with use (see images)
✅ Highly collectible – A rare survivor of British mining history

🎯 Perfect For:
✔️ Collectors of coal mining memorabilia & industrial history
✔️ Historians and researchers of British mining heritage
✔️ A unique display item for museums, home, or office
✔️ A thoughtful gift for those with mining ancestry

This rare Maindy Colliery miner’s check is a true piece of working-class history, offering a tangible connection to Britain’s rich coal mining past.

📌 Don’t miss this opportunity to own a rare piece of mining heritage – Secure it today!