Survey Data
Reg No
14933009
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Artistic, Historical, Social
Original Use
Post box
In Use As
Post box
Date
1880 - 1900
Coordinates
248886, 210724
Date Recorded
08/10/2004
Date Updated
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Description
Wall-mounted cast-iron post box, c.1890, with VR royal cipher with crown motif. Maker’s mark ‘W.T. Allen & Co. London’ to base. Located at Garryhinch Crossroads.
Appraisal
The modest form of this box is enhanced by the simple and well designed lettering and crown, which add artistic interest to the box. The royal cipher refers to the reign of Victoria (1837-1901). The London firm of founders, W.T. Allen & Co., was in operation from 1881-1955.