Coaster Collection

Fair / Roller Coaster 1817
An early form of roller coaster ( the Aerial Walk ) in the Beaujon Gardens, Paris

Coney Island
The pier seen from Steeplechase Park roller coaster, Coney Island, New York, America

Switchback at Blackpool
People riding the switchback, which opened in 1891, at Blackpool Amusement Park, Lancashire, England. Date: 1950s

Advert for Harrods silverware 1937
Advertisement for siverware for Harrods to celebrate the Coronation Year including Silver- salver, entree dish, hot water jug, coaster, asparagus tongs, pair of candlesticks

Fun on the roller coaster, 1815. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard Fuchs
1000901 Fun on the roller coaster, 1815. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard Fuchs, published 1909.; Private Collection.

The SS Connector, 1850
3330665 The SS Connector, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving of the SS Connector, a jointed steamer designed as a coaster in which the separate sections could be uncoupled so that cargo could be discharged)

Hepworth's 'Cigar' ship and the SS Connector, 1850
3330666 Hepworth's 'Cigar' ship and the SS Connector, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving of Hepworth's 'Cigar' ship and the SS Connector)

Calm sea: two small Dutch coasters at anchor alongside. Marine, c.1675. Creator: Willem van de Velde the Younger
Calm sea: two small Dutch coasters at anchor alongside. Marine, c.1675

Silver Wine Coasters, c. 1936. Creator: Clayton Braun
Silver Wine Coasters, c. 1936

Wreck of the SS Fleswick at the entrance to Hayle Estuary, Cornwall. 29th January 1902
On 28th January 1902 the crew of the Hayle lifeboat E.F. Harrison rescued eleven men and a pilot from the grounded 195 ton screw steamer Fleswick which, inward bound to Hayle with coal from Neath

Scenic landscape with idyllic lake view and boat at summer evening in Finland

Canadian Scenic Railway, Franco British White City Exhibition in London in 1908

Early fairground ride

An amusement park ride early 1900s

Regency wine coaster by William Leeson & Sons, c. 1820 (papier mache & ivory
CH440599 Regency wine coaster by William Leeson & Sons, c.1820 (papier mache & ivory) (see also 441500) by English School

Detail of a Regency wine coaster by William Leeson & Sons, c
CH441500 Detail of a Regency wine coaster by William Leeson & Sons, c.1820 (papier mache) (see also 440599) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English

Krug Park, Omaha, Nebraska, USA, with a roller coaster in the background. Date: circa 1908

Unloading a Coaster Below St. Michaels Mount, (watercolour)
651933 Unloading a Coaster Below St. Michaels Mount, (watercolour) by Bentley, Charles (1805/6-54); 24.7x36.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Unloading a Coaster Below St. Michaels Mount)

The Stanley Cycle Show at the Agricultural Hall (engraving)
1064025 The Stanley Cycle Show at the Agricultural Hall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Stanley Cycle Show at the Agricultural Hall)

The Coaster Hydrus seen here moored in the River Hull 17th January 1983

Prince Albert - Princess Mary - Earls court scenic railway
Prince Albert (later King George VI - 1895-1952) and Princess Victoria Mary (later Countess of Harewood - 1897-1965) riding on the Earls court scenic railway ride in 1913. Date: 1913

Roller Coaster And Ferris Wheel, Pacific Park; Santa Monica, California, United States Of America

Mindbender

Pink Lady coaster
Drinks coaster for Pink Lady featuring an elegant gloved hand holding a glass of the sparkling beverage. Date: c.1960

Nefeli wrecked at Dollar Cove, Lands End
A cargo ship, the Nefeli, wrecked at Dollar Cove, near Lands End, Cornwall, October 1972. 1972

Council Crest Amusement Park, Portland, Oregon, USA, with various mountains visible. From left to right: Mount Rainier, Mount St Helens, Mount Adams, and Mount Hood

A diver under the coral encrusted stern of the Japanese Cross Wreck
A diver under the coral encrusted stern of the cross wreck, a Japanese coaster sunk in WW2. Manokwari, West Papua, Indonesia

A diver hangs on to a piece of WW2 stern wreckage, West Papua, Indonesia
A diver hangs on to a piece of stern wreckage on the cross wreck, a coaster sunk in WW2. Depth charges are clearly visible in the foreground. Manokwari, West Papua, Indonesia

Source Size = 3775 x 2115
The Crisis in Egypt: Refugees Embarking on Board a Native Coaster after the Recent Rising at Alexandria

Beautiful glass souvenirs in a shop in Santorini

Rollercoaster, Sea World, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia

Spitfire and Wildcat Coasters at Elitch Gardens, Denver, Colorado
View of the entrances to the Spitfire and Wildcat roller coaster. People can be seen walking and waiting in line. The Wildcat coaster is visible in the background

Two cups of fresh fruit cocktail

Parana - Domestic trade port - Argentina Date: circa 1910s

Joy Wheels, Festival of Empire Exhibition, Crystal Palace
Joy Wheels and Maxim Flying Machine at the Festival of Empire Exhibition, held at Crystal Palace, South London. Date: 1911

Grand Centrifugal Railway
Advertising flyer for the Grand Centrifugal Railway, an Extraordinary Novelty, 200 feet long, with a Virtical (sic) Circle, upwards of 40 feet in circumference

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"Coaster: A Thrilling Journey Through History" Step right up and take a trip back in time with the fascinating world of coasters. From its humble beginnings as a fairground ride in 1817 to becoming an iconic symbol of amusement parks worldwide, the coaster has left an indelible mark on our hearts. It all started with the roller coaster, introduced at Coney Island, where adrenaline junkies sought their fix of excitement. The Switchback at Blackpool soon followed suit, paving the way for countless gravity-defying twists and turns that would leave riders breathless. But coasters aren't just about thrills; they have witnessed moments of tragedy too. The Penlee Lifeboat Disaster serves as a poignant reminder of the risks involved in this exhilarating pastime. And who can forget the haunting wreck of SS Fleswick at Hayle Estuary? Even amidst joyous laughter, these somber events remind us to cherish every moment. As time went on, coasters evolved into grand spectacles. At the Franco-British Exhibition, visitors marveled at the Canadian Scenic Railway and Franco British White - marvels that transported them through breathtaking landscapes without ever leaving their seats. Even Harrods recognized the allure of coasters when they featured an advert for silverware inspired by these thrilling rides in 1937. It was proof that even off-track, coasters continued to captivate imaginations across various industries. And let's not forget about artistry – William Leeson & Sons crafted a Regency wine coaster using papier mache and ivory around 1820. This exquisite piece stands as a testament to how far-reaching coaster inspiration can be. So next time you buckle up for your favorite modern-day coaster adventure, remember its rich history – from early fairground rides to being showcased at prestigious exhibitions, and are more than just amusement park attractions; they are timeless symbols of human ingenuity, resilience, and the unquenchable thirst for excitement.