Survey Data
Reg No
14802034
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Artistic, Social, Technical
Original Use
Post box
In Use As
Post box
Date
1900 - 1910
Coordinates
225024, 232219
Date Recorded
28/09/2004
Date Updated
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Description
Wall-mounted cast-iron post box, c.1905, with ER VII royal cipher and crown motif. Maker’s mark ‘W.T. Allen & Co. London’ to base. Set in random coursed wall of factory complex.
Appraisal
The modest design of this post box is enhanced by the well executed lettering and insignia. Socially, this is an important piece of street furniture. It identifies the reign of Edward VII (1901-1910). The London firm of founders, W.T. Allen & Co., was in operation from 1881-1955.