1859 – Former Bank, Foster Place, Dublin
Architect: Papworth & Geoghegan
Before the formation of AIB, this was known as the Royal Bank. The exterior is fairly straight forward classicism with a good neo-classical porch added in 1850.
Royal Bank of Ireland
Originally formed in 1836, becoming known for its mercantile links. Shaw’s Bank merged with Royal Bank in 1837. In 1923, the Royal Bank of Ireland bought the Irish Free State business of the Belfast Banking Company, which in turn bought the Northern Ireland business of the Royal Bank. One of the three banks that merged in 1966 to form Allied Irish Banks. The banks saw an alliance as the best way to overcome the fragmented nature of the Irish banking industry. Ireland in the mid-1960s was changing fast and the merger strengthened the banks’ position
1864 – Allied Irish Bank, Arran Quay, Dublin
Architect: Charles Geoghegan / George L. O’Connor
Fine small bank branch in an Italianate style with manager’s residence to the rear.
1866 – Former Bank, Cornmarket, Dublin
Architect: Charles Geoghegan
Former banch bank for the Royal Bank, later part of AIB. Now no longer used as a branch.
1869 – Nos. 63-64 Upper O’Connell Street, Dublin
Architect: Charles Geoghegan
A pair of 18th century houses that were remodelled in 1869 for the Royal Bank by Charles Geoghegan.
1871 – Former Royal Bank, Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin
Architect: Charles Geoghegan
Imposing 19th century bank (No. 102 Upper Georges Street) now in use as a commercial premises.
1890 – Bank of Ireland, Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin
Imposing 19th century bank built in red sandstone, brick and terracotta mouldings. The ground floor with its large round-headed windows and doorways gives the impression of a recessed arcade due to the deep-set nature of the glazing.
1890s – Former Belfast Banking Company, Dublin St., Monaghan
In 1890 the Directors of the Belfast Bank, Dublin St., Monaghan acquired the house adjoining their premises. The premises were enlarged by Mr.
1930 – Former Royal Bank of Ireland, Dublin St., Monaghan
Architect: Bradbury & Evans
Former branch of the Royal Bank of Ireland, and most recently in use as a Town Hall for Monaghan.
