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Very old wood trunk, round top

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14 years ago
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 Very old trunk, really pretty details. Rough shape, but still solid.

It has a picture in the top, but it is missing part of it.

 

I would like to know some history if anyone has any idea, and also its worth.

I think I read something about in the 1800s these became popular because people used them when traveling and wanted the round top to try to ensure their trunk was always on the top of the luggage pile... But I am interesed in any other insight!

Category Home Furnishings
Distinguishing marks Picture of a woman
Condition Fair
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buyitnowonebay 🌱 Newbie 14 years ago

I see a lot of these trunks these days. Because there are so many of them on the market it takes a really special one to bring any real money. What I mean by that is it needs to be relitively free of rust and damage on the outside and would need to have the compartments that came on the inside. In this condition I think your looking at $20 to $30 maybe?

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Lovejoy 🎯 Collector 14 years ago

The round top is meant to shed water and dust when using them for travel. Most date from about 1890, the flat top "Steamer trunk" variety came later. Values for these "hump trunks" is currently quite modest after a run up un value during the 1980's. Many sell at auction for under $100.00.

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