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Post box in Townparks

Post box
Post box in Townparks
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Wall-mounted cast-iron post box, erected c.1880, with VR royal cipher and crown motif above letter slot. Set in random coursed limestone wall. Maker’s mark ‘W.T. Allen & Co. London' to base.
This type of cast-iron post box, found throughout Ireland, is both socially and technically important. Dating to a time when the postal service was of great importance to the social interactions of the community and those further afield. This functional object has been enhanced by the high relief royal insignia which identifies the reign of Victoria (1837-1901). The London firm of founders, W.T. Allen & Co., was in operation from 1881-1955.

From the Buildings of Ireland (National Inventory of Architectural Heritage) record 14819282

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