National Postal Museum
Rural Free Delivery mailbox
20th Century
This barrel-shaped mailbox with a red flag is typical of mailboxes along Rural Free Delivery routes. This mass-produced box met the basic regulations imposed by the Post Office Department. Although not decorative, the simple design served as a protective container to send and receive mail.
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