Antique Military Royal Fusiliers Ammunition Trunk Coffee Table Circa 1900

£495.00

A fabulous early antique metal bound Military ammunition trunk converted to a later Royal Fusiliers Captains travel trunk circa 1900. Great History With original hand painted labels, hand sign written to with Captains details. Wrought iron key plates and metal work. Thick cut hand mitred dovetailed joints with fabulous recessed hand forged hinges.  We have gently refurbished the chest in house at Search & Rescued restoration workshops so this beautiful piece of social history  can admired, enjoyed and used for another 100 years. We have gently stripped back the metal bindings, repaired and deep cleaned/waxed this beautiful chest. Great overall off black colour with worn hand painted signage in white and maroon detailing. Colchester/Essex markings Captain E. Chester.

The perfect statement/conversation piece coffee table.

Length 92cm depth 61cm height 46cm 

 As a genuine antique the product has wear and use commensurate with being over 100 years old. Some wooden products may have signs of historic woodworm. As a precaution we apply a clear triple action woodworm treatment that also kills wet rot, dry rot and woodworm. Please look at all the images carefully and ask any questions pre purchase as we do not unfortunately offer refunds due to the size and shipping costs of our antiques/items. All our items are advertised on Search & Rescued and other online stores.