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Early American Iron Strongbox
Early American Iron Strongbox
Item Details
Description

late 18th century, possibly Elliston and Perot, Philadelphia, hinged top with bail handle and covered lock, paneled case with bail handles, original key included, 12 x 18 x 12-1/4 in.

Provenance: Estate of Dr. J. Francis and Laquita Amos, Rocky Mount, Virginia

Note: A nearly identical iron strongbox made by Elliston and Perot of Philadelphia in 1776 for the Philadelphia Contributionship Insurance Company is illustrated in Antique Iron, pg. 108-109, fig. A.

Condition

structurally sound, surface with scattered pitting, discoloration, accretions, and oxidation, minor losses at corners of base, key fits in lock but lock does not engage

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Early American Iron Strongbox

Estimate $1,000 - $2,000
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Starting Price $500
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