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Trunks64 of 2707Martin Maier Chest???Two Painted Wooden Chests made by my Great-Grandfather
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    Posted 3 years ago

    Ktemp300
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    Just asking for any information on this trunk. Was passed down through my husband's family who have been in the house since 1860s roughly. Can't find any labels & wondering if anyone knows any details! Age, brand, locations where it could have been purchased new-anything is helpful!

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    1. dav2no1 dav2no1, 3 years ago
      I am definitely not a trunk expert, but I have some idea.. It appears you have a flat top steamer trunk with leather straps. But you also have latches, so has to be after 1872-ish?

      Here's a few links to help you..

      https://www.txantiquemall.com/antique-steamer-trunk-history-value-identify-guide/

      https://www.jacquelinestallone.com/antique-trunks/

      And truths & myths..

      https://www.hmsantiquetrunks.com/trunk-faqs--trunk-myths.html
    2. Drill Drill, 3 years ago
      http://patentimages.storage.googleapis.com/pages/US721165-0.png
      http://patentimages.storage.googleapis.com/pages/US986841-0.png

      Some patent images that may apply: A good rule to keep in mind, the trunk is typically not older than the earliest patent dates.

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