Name/Title
Iron Mailbox from 1830 San Jose Ave, c. 1890sEntry/Object ID
1987.30.2Description
Acc. No. 87.30.2
Subject Category: Homes of Alameda
Date or Period: C. 1890's
Object: Mailbox
Description: Cast iron mail box with hinged slot cover and top. Raised lettering on both covers state "Private," & "Post Box." Decorative motif of American eagle with outstretched wings surrounded by pierced stars. Box signed in incised lettering "J.F.W., Chicago."
Size: L-12 x W-6 inches.
History of Object: Cast iron mailbox removed from 1830 San Jose Avenue, erected 1891.
Acquired from:
Tom Eanes
Date: 4-2-87
