Survey Data
Reg No
20908618
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Artistic, Social, Technical
Original Use
Post box
In Use As
Post box
Date
1900 - 1910
Coordinates
168159, 68337
Date Recorded
01/06/2009
Date Updated
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Description
Wall-mounted cast-iron post box, installed c.1905. Royal cipher of Edward VII and crown embossed to front (south), having embossed canopy to letter slot. Set within red brick and partially rendered wall.
Appraisal
This cast-iron post box, which is still in use, is a subtle but important feature in the landscape. The modest design of this post box is enhanced by the royal cipher with crown motif, which enlivens the appearance of this otherwise functional object. It identifies the reign of Edward VII and is a subtle historical artefact. Many pre-independence post boxes were simply painted green and retained their royal insignia but are now becoming rare.