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Old Sea Chest- Possibly from The Mayflower?

By sjwitt, 26 April, 2012
Description

Family legend from 1950's is that this antique sea chest belonged to Edward Winslow, one of the founding Pilgrims on the Mayflower. Lock initials have EW. My father bought it in 1955 from elderly lady's home in town near both the historic home of Edward Winslow and Plymouth Mass where the Pilgrims landed. Domed chest, extensive metal scrollwork.

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Category
Maps, Charts, and Nautical
Medium
wood and metal scrollwork
Distinguishing marks
lock initials EW
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
4'L x 3'H x 2'D
Date Period
maybe 17th century
Weight
70lbs
History
recovered from old home near Plymouth, Mass. Also near historic home of one of the founding PIlgrims
eBay Auction Link
For Sale?
No
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Justin1971

7 years 7 months ago

Re: Old Sea Chest- Possibly from The Mayflower?

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Lovejoy

7 years 7 months ago

Re: Old Sea Chest- Possibly from The Mayflower?

This indeed an old chest and if it does have any possible connection to the Mayflower would be very valuable. I'd strongly suggest contacting one of the major auction houses such as Sothebys to have a specialist examine it before offering it for sale.

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