Victorian Post Box - The Esplanade, Sheringham, Norfolk. NR26 8LE
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member greysman
N 52° 56.680 E 001° 12.397
31U E 379497 N 5867620
This Victorian Post Box by The Esplanade roundabout is in good condition, although showing signs of rust at ground level.
Waymark Code: WMWCQ2
Location: Eastern England, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 08/14/2017
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Dragontree
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The top section of the box is in good condition. The lower section including the base band, needs some attention. It is difficult to make out the manufacturer's name, it's quite well rusted in the base band, but with the help of the known makers list the words:-

HANDYSIDE & Co Ld DERBY & LONDON

can be made out.

Tell us about the area the post box is situated.:
On the corner of The Esplanade where it joins the roundabout.

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

Is this post box still in use?: Monday to Friday, 0900. Saturday, 0700

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

Any other embossed lettering, such as manufacturer?: Manufacturer in the base - much rusted and indistinct.

Manufacturer Inscription: Andrew Handyside & Co Britannia Iron Works Derby & London
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