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gumby190 · « **on:** April 14, 2009, 04:32:30 am »

Hello,
I have a couple of questions about a chair I have, it is a cast iron Barber/Dentist chair.

It is from the Army & Navy, I have been lead to believe that it pre-dates WW1.

Has a stamp in the Brass on the back - Craig & Aitkens.

Does anyone have a more specific date/age?
What is it worth?
I am thinking of selling one day down the track as I do not have much room & it hurts when I walk into it.

D&b antiques · « **Reply #1 on:** April 14, 2009, 12:05:36 pm »

the chair style is that of the 1870's or 80's. but I'am inclined to believe it's newer than that. it's not American it's Australian

KC · « **Reply #2 on:** April 14, 2009, 10:41:46 pm »

Craig & Aitken 654 George Street, Sydney New South Wales, Australia - hairdresser supply company that was in operation in 1942.

gumby190 · « **Reply #3 on:** April 15, 2009, 05:04:33 am »

It was professionally restored about 10-15yrs ago.

I read about Craig & Aitkens online, an article about U.S express going in to financial crisis in 1914.

D&b antiques · « **Reply #4 on:** April 15, 2009, 07:38:42 am »

Your time frame is about right. 1900 to 1920 value wise $250.00 to $ 300.00 Dollars. won't cover the cost of the upholstery.

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