Identity area
Reference code
IE LMOD 370
Title
1950s P and T Post Box
Date(s)
- Twentieth Century (Creation)
Level of description
Item
Extent and medium
Metal, paint, paper. 51 x 33 x 20.5 cm
Context area
Name of creator
Biographical history
Archival history
15/07/2011
Content and structure area
Scope and content
A 1950s green An Post post box with black paper and white writing to show times for collection.
The civil service ran the post and telephone system in Ireland until 1984, when it was replaced by An Post and Telecom Éireann. The Department’s logo – P & T in Gaelic script – can still be seen on manholes covers around the city, at access points to the phone lines.
Appraisal, destruction and scheduling
Accruals
System of arrangement
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Language of material
Script of material
Language and script notes
Physical characteristics and technical requirements
Wear from age with marks, rust and chipped paint.
