Bicycle, Five Star Superb

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This Columbia bicycle was made around 1950 in the United States of America. It was designed to mimic American motorcycle style. They were often known as 'cruiser' cycles.

The bicycle has chrome handle bars and wheels, white wall tyres, peddle-back braking and a sprung leather saddle. It is finished in metallic green and cream. The model name is 'Five Star Superb'.

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• Online ID: 000-180-001-142-C
• Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
• Project: National Museums Scotland Part 2
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  T.1995.27
• Date: Around 1950
  c. 1950
  
• Material: Bicycle
  
• Dimensions: 660 mm D (wheels)
  
• What: Bicycle
  
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• Who: Columbia (Maker)
  
• Where: U.S.A.
  
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• Description: Columbia "Five Star Superb" bicycle with chrome handle bars and wheels, white wall tyres, peddle-back braking and sprung leather saddle, finished in metallic green and cream, American, c. 1950
  
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