Survey Data
Reg No
14906001
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Artistic, Social, Technical
Original Use
Post box
In Use As
Post box
Date
1890 - 1910
Coordinates
204408, 229786
Date Recorded
15/10/2004
Date Updated
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Description
Wall-mounted cast-iron post box, c.1900, with GR royal cipher and crown motif. Located in boundary wall of Clonfinlough Roman Catholic Church. Maker’s mark ‘W.T. Allen & Co. London’ to base.
Appraisal
This cast-iron post box is a notable feature on the roadside outside Clonfinlough Church. Set into the church's boundary wall, it was a convenient and familiar location for the local community. The GR royal cipher adds a decorative dimension to this utilitarian object. It identifies the reign of George V (1910-1921). The London firm of founders, W.T. Allen & Co., was in operation from 1881-1955.