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    Posted 2 years ago

    jlfyoda
    (6 items)

    Found this in a pile of an old warehouse that someone had hoarded all manner of things in. Looking for advice on restoring and for any info someone may have as far as age and maker. From my limited ability, I am guesstimating that it is from 1880-1900. Could find no markings other than the patent date for the front clasp, July 9th, 1872. Also noticed the copper color on the side but from what I've read they were never made with copper. Is it maybe a cooper lined tin? Would appreciate input from those of you with a bit more knowledge and know how.

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    Comments

    1. kwqd kwqd, 2 years ago
      Welcome to CW! There are a couple of "trunk guys" on the forum who will probably give you some help. If no one comments, soon, just search for "trunk" and find one who has posted fairly recently and comment in their post that you are seeking guidance. Cheers!
    2. kwqd kwqd, 2 years ago
      Looks like trunkman has posted fairly recently...

      https://www.collectorsweekly.com/user/trunkman

      Sure that I have seen other trunk restoration posts in the past couple of years....
    3. jlfyoda jlfyoda, 2 years ago
      Thank you kwqd.
    4. Drill Drill, 2 years ago
      Some patents and catalog info that may shed some light.
      https://patentimages.storage.googleapis.com/pages/US369147-0.png
      http://www.thisoldtrunk.com/store/images/trunks2/T117_20161206_EmbossedMetal_03.JPG
      http://www.thisoldtrunk.com/store/images/trunks2/T117_20161206_EmbossedMetal_04.JPG
    5. Drill Drill, 2 years ago
      The links that I shared above are from Marvin Miller at this old trunk.
    6. jlfyoda jlfyoda, 2 years ago
      Thank you Drill, much appreciated.

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