Post box in Garlegobban, County Monaghan

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Wall-mounted cast-iron post box, erected c.1890, with royal monogram of Queen Victoria, and 'POST OFFICE' in raised lettering on hood of opening. Maker's mark to base of box. Set into rubble stone wall at 'T' junction in Essexford village.

This appealing post box was supplied by W. T. Allen and Company of London (fl. 1881-1955), representing an early example of mass-produced cast-iron work making a pleasant, if discreet contribution to the built heritage of Essexford. Raised detailing enlivens the design value of the composition, including the royal cipher, of additional significance as a tangible reminder of the period when Ireland was a British colony.

From the Buildings of Ireland (National Inventory of Architectural Heritage) record 41403110

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