Survey Data

Reg No

31804050


Rating

Regional


Categories of Special Interest

Artistic, Social, Technical


Original Use

Post box


In Use As

Post box


Date

1880 - 1890


Coordinates

180180, 302364


Date Recorded

25/07/2003


Date Updated

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Description

Freestanding cylindrical cast-iron pillar-box, erected c.1885, with moulded neck with POST OFFICE in raised lettering, domed cap with fluted edge and royal insignia of Victoria to door. Sited at The Crescent at junction of streets.

Appraisal

This cast-iron post box, made during the reign of Queen Victoria, is simple in design with decorative detailing on the cap. The high relief casting of the lettering add an artistic element to this functional object.