Antique Brass-Bound Document Trunk

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Sturdy elm construction reinforced with brass strapping and corner brackets. Features a brass bale handle on an ornate escutcheon and a dual-lock mechanism. The lid is hand-painted with the initials "L.P." in a scrolling script. 6 tall x 29 wide x 12 deep

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Antique Brass-Bound Document Trunk

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Estimate $200-$400May 18, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT

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