🇺🇦 The postbox was repainted for the 67th Eurovision Song Contest in May 2023, which was hosted by the city of Liverpool. The UK hosted the event on behalf of Ukraine, who had won the prior year but could not host due to the ongoing conflict.
Sweden was crowned winner that year
🎵 Loreen - Tattoo
What makes the Cambridge post box example (above) even more rare is it is designated 'anonymous'. This is due to the royal cypher and the words “Post Office” not present.
Royal Mail only added the embossments 13 years after their introduction here in 1879.
In the early 19th century pillar box designs were entirely experimental - like this Type PB1/viii located in Warwick, England, by Smith & Hawkes (1856).
It actually resembles a Greek pillar !
From lands end to john o'groats, the post box has adapted to it's surroundings and remains one of the most famous artifacts of Britain recognised across the world.
🏴 The famous pillar box in Cardiff achieved widespread fame because it's slowly being swallowed by a tree.
🔴 Current Status: Decommissioned 🔴
Cuz it holds Grade II listed status, it can't be removed or destroyed, remaining permanently as a landmark showcasing nature reclaiming Earth.