Description
This trunk is a family heirloom passed down from my great grandmother who immigrated from Ireland. ..I was told that it is from the 1850s....it doesn't have a tray insert and from what I can see had no supports for a tray...all the wood and hardware is original...the hardware was painted gold at one time....it is a metal covered trunk the metal has a few dings....the leather side handles have been replaced as well as some of the leather supports for the straps wich are not there...some of the leather is original...very old dried and hard...still has original paper lining inside....missing the latch lock...very beautiful peice....I've been offered $400 for it but not for sale...just want a good estimate of value...thanks for the help
Category
General Antiques and Collectibles
Medium
Wood and metal steamer trunk....I believe the wood inside is cedar outside is some sort of hardwood....metal appears to be steel or tin
Distinguishing marks
No makers marks found...but from family knowledge it came from Ireland when my great grandmother immigrated to the USA in the early 1900s
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
Large trunk approximately 2' high 1.5' depth and 3' wide if I did that right
Date Period
1850s
Weight
Around 50lbs
History
Family heirloom from great grandmother's immigration from Ireland in the early 1900s
Price Paid (If known)
Family heirloom
For Sale?
No
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