Victorian Post Box - King's Parade, Cambridge, UK
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member Master Mariner
N 52° 12.262 E 000° 07.039
31U E 303025 N 5787686
This Victorian Post Box is on the west side of King's Parade at the entrance to King's College in Cambridge.
Waymark Code: WMQ8X8
Location: Eastern England, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 01/12/2016
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Dragontree
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The box is thought to be original as the manufacturer's name can be clearly seen on the base (see photos). The box is in good condition but the paint is starting to breakdown on the top.
Tell us about the area the post box is situated.:
The box is located in a very pleasant area of Cambridge next to the entrance to one of the famous university colleges.

Condition of the box: Good/Average/Poor: Good

Is this post box still in use?: M-F 6.30pm; Sat 12.15pm

Is VR embossed on the post box or is it an "anonymous" box?: Yes

Any other embossed lettering, such as manufacturer?: Yes

Manufacturer Inscription: Cochrane & Co Dudley (1857-9) (Only1 in Cork, Eire)
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