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Post box in Townparks, County Longford (13008004)

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Post box in Townparks
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Freestanding cast-iron pillar post box, erected c. 1940, with raised "P&T" monogram in Gaelic script, moulded necking having inscribed frieze, and shallow domed capping. Situated on a footpath to the west end of Dublin Street and to the southeast of Longford Town…

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Freestanding cast-iron pillar post box, erected c. 1940, with raised "P&T" monogram in Gaelic script, moulded necking having inscribed frieze, and shallow domed capping. Situated on a footpath to the west end of Dublin Street and to the southeast of Longford Town centre.
This attractive item of street furniture has a subtle impact on the historic character of the streetscape. It is a fine example of good quality mass-produced cast-iron work. The Celtic style lettering is interesting as a reminder of the promotion of a national identity upon the establishment of an independent state. This particular design probably dates to after c. 1937 as earlier post-independence post boxes usually had a 'SE' cipher. It makes a positive contribution to the streetscape of Longford Town.

From the Buildings of Ireland (National Inventory of Architectural Heritage) record 13008004

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