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Ed Roos Cedar Chest

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12 years ago
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Description

A coworker wants to sell her cedar chest.  It has the Ed Roos Company of Forest Park 'moth' guarantee under the lid.  It is not in good condition, and the inlaid wood on the front has pretty severe damage.  I would like to buy the chest to refinish it, but I'm not sure what to offer her.  She did not give me a price, just wants me to make an offer.  I have found the same exact chest on Craigslist for $100, but it is in much better shape.  I was thinking of offering $50, I'd just like a better idea of the value of the piece before I offer anything.  I'm not looking to make a profit, I would keep this piece and love it.  From what I've read, Roos chests were mass-produced and aren't exactly rare or valuable.  Thanks!

Category American Furniture
Medium Wood
Distinguishing marks Guarantee under lid
Condition Fair
Size and dimensions of this item Unknown
Date Period 1918 - 1951 was the manufacturing dates of these chests.
Weight Unknown
Price Paid (If known) Unknown
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