Survey Data
Reg No
14820001
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Artistic, Social, Technical
Original Use
Post box
In Use As
Post box
Date
1860 - 1900
Coordinates
206258, 204037
Date Recorded
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Date Updated
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Description
Cast-iron post box, erected c.1880, with VR royal cipher and crown motif. Maker's mark 'W.T. Allen & Co. London' at base. Set in random coursed limestone wall.
Appraisal
The modest form of this Victorian post box is enhanced by the simple and well designed lettering and crown motif, which add artistic interest to the functional piece. It identifies the reign of Victoria (1837-1901). The London firm of founders, W.T. Allen & Co., was in operation from 1881-1955.