Survey Data
Reg No
21505003
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Architectural, Artistic, Technical
Original Use
Post box
In Use As
Post box
Date
1910 - 1920
Coordinates
158466, 158491
Date Recorded
12/06/2005
Date Updated
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Description
Freestanding cast-iron pillar box, erected c. 1915. Situated at the junction of Roseville Gardens and Corbally Road. Dome top with fluted crown above cyma reversa moulding. Raised lettering reading: Post Office and GR lettering with crown insignia above.
Appraisal
An appealing artefact in cast-iron making a subtle impression on the streetscape. The raised moulding, detailing the royal crown, adds some historical interest. The cipher is that of George V (1865-1936) who reigned over Ireland from 1910-1921. A pillar post box stood near this site in the 1870s.