Victorian Post Box - Tobacco Dock, London, UK
N 51° 30.467 W 000° 03.522
30U E 704108 N 5710396
This Victorian Post Box is within Tobacco Dock, a shopping "experience" that failed and the gates are now locked.
Waymark Code: WMKWPB
Location: London, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 06/04/2014
Views: 4
Although the area is under lock and key the post box can be seen through railings from a footpath that runs alongside.
The post box is double mouthed with each mouth being blocked to prevent use. Whether it was like that when the area was open or was carried out when the area was locked up is not known.
The box appears to be in excellent condition with good paintwork and no signs of rusting. As the maker's details are clearly visible it is assumed the box was grit blasted prior to its last painting.
Tell us about the area the post box is situated.:
The area used to be a shopping centre but failed and was closed down.
Condition of the box: Good/Average/Poor: Good
Is this post box still in use?: Not in use
Is VR embossed on the post box or is it an "anonymous" box?: VR is embossed on the side
Any other embossed lettering, such as manufacturer?: Yes - the manufacturer
Manufacturer Inscription: Andrew Handyside & Co Britannia Iron Works Derby & London
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