Lane Altavista cedar hope chest

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13 years ago
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Description

Style No. 2974

Serial No. 353270

The hardware has been changed, and the outside has been painted. There is minor wood chipping on the feet of the chest... But is otherwise in good condition.
Category General Antiques and Collectibles
Medium Cedar
Distinguishing marks Lane Altavista, Va Style No. 2974 Serial No. 353270
Condition Good
Size and dimensions of this item length 46" height 20" depth 13" width 16"
Date Period July 23, 1935 (per eHow.com)
Weight 50-70 lb
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known) was given to my daughter from a relative
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samanthamoon 🌱 Newbie 13 years ago

I tried to post 2 photos of the chest and I am not sure why they are not being shown... I am interested in selling this item but would like to learn more about it before I sell it.

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