King's cypher unveiled on post box

Monday, 1 May 2023 13:00

The first Island post box to feature King Charles III's cypher has been unveiled.

Located at Postal Headquarters in Douglas, the cypher has been used on a post box suitable to drop off parcels, and 'marks a new era in postal history.'

The Isle of Man Post Office's current post boxes currently display a range of royal cyphers, dating back to Queen Victoria in 1840.

This year is 50 years since the Island's postal service's inauguration and a range of activities with staff and customers will be held in celebration.

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