Vintage Genuine Spaulding Vulcanized Fibre Co. Brown Green Large Steamer Trunk

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Vintage Genuine Spaulding Vulcanized Fibre Co. Brown Green Large Steamer Trunk:
$125.00

Not really sure what era this trunk is from

RARE to come across a trunk in such good condition!

Very Good condition, no key or lock however.

With Label in Original Condition (Genuine Vulcanized Fibre Co.)

In 1871 Thomas Taylor obtained the United States Patent for vulcanized fibre.

The first organized industrial company to make vulcanized fibre,

incorporated first as a New York Corporation formed June 19, 1873

listed with William Courtenay President and Charles F. Cobby Secretary.

Color of trunk is brown with green lining (see pictures). Leather handles on front and one size.

Measurements: 30w x 16d x 12h

What is a Steamer trunk?

A steamer trunk is a type of luggage which takes the shape of a large rugged trunk with a flat top.

These trunks were built for long trips, specifically on steam trains and boats;

the flat top makes a steamer trunk easier to handle and stack.

Many people continue to use steamer trunks for travel and shipping today,

and some people also keep a steamer trunk around the house for use as a storage chest.

It\'s that emotional connection that makes them so appealing to collectors,

and will only increase the value of the piece in time.

*There are not many of these trunks left. You may never find another one just like this again.

There are few small blemishes and surface scratches

as would be expected from use & with age. To me this adds to the character it\'s not from a \"Home Goods\" store. I\'m selling this here for a collector or decorator who wants something original. The trunk does need to be aired out since we bought it, there is a musk smell.

Please ask any questions you may have before purchasing. Thank you for your interest in my trunk.