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barryrhodejr

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Trunk identification help
« on: October 19, 2009, 11:59:12 am »
I have come across an old (thinking mid 1800's to early 1900's) black metal trunk. It is not in the greatest condition and is missing some hardware. It is lined with paper material. Can anyone help me determine what type of trunk this is and if it is worth enough to restore? Thank you so much for any response I get in advance!
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BelairDesignStudios

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Re: Trunk identification help
« Reply #1 on: October 19, 2009, 04:02:30 pm »
Looks to date around the turn of the century imo. Definitely not worth investing any great effort or $ to restore as the trunk doesn't really have any exceptional design qualities or features (ie: unique metalwork or sought after design). I used to see these come into the auctions I used to frequent and sell for $10-$15 in this condition. :)
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Re: Trunk identification help
« Reply #2 on: October 19, 2009, 04:08:21 pm »
I will second that. just a repaint still make nice storage, for the garage etc.
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barryrhodejr

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Re: Trunk identification help
« Reply #3 on: October 19, 2009, 04:08:43 pm »
Thank you very much! Big help.
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