Survey Data
Reg No
15401411
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Historical, Social, Technical
Original Use
Post box
In Use As
Post box
Date
1880 - 1900
Coordinates
267485, 262180
Date Recorded
25/11/2004
Date Updated
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Description
Wall-mounted cast-iron post box, c.1890, with 'VR' royal cipher and raised crown motif. Set in rubble stone wall at Lisclogher Crossroads. Makers name appears at base in raised lettering ' T. Allen & Co. London '.
Appraisal
This cast-iron post box, which is still in use, is an interesting and subtle feature in the landscape. It is located at a crossroads, which were a popular location for postboxes for obvious reasons. The modest design of the box is enhanced by the royal cipher with crown motif, which enlivens the appearance of this otherwise functional object. It identifies the reign of Victoria (1837-1901). Many pre-independence post boxes were simply painted green and retained their royal insignia but are becoming a rarer sight and are worthy of retention.