Safe Custody Vault
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2010 | During construction of Barrack House in 1923, this 30-ton door was brought along Martin Place and into Barrack Street on a jinker drawn by 20 horses. It was lowered from street level to the floor of the vault by sliding it down a hill of sand.
Photo supplied by Kevin Greenaway.Note how floor sinks to allow safe door to move. 2010 November two photos by John Ness |
