Hingstons Antiques of Wilton

Description

Antique iron bound merchant chest
This Antique Colonial merchant chest was made in the early 19thc. for a wealthy merchant or a family of great importance.
Made of Jackfruit, a timber of the colour of walnut also like teak, chosen that it was strong and durable to survive the rigours of the perilous journeys the owners of this magnificent chest had to take. It was made to store valuables, gold, silver, silks, and other precious items.
The chest is a rectangular shape with a lifting lid that opens to reveal a full area for storage.
The outside has lovely iron decorative straps and a most wonderful lock plate with hasp (not working) that were secured to the chest not only for decoration, but also to provide strength and protection as it was hauled around on the wagons and sailing ships as it was transported.
This will make a wonderful coffee table, that will not only look fantastic, an interesting conversation piece, also providing valuable storage. It wouldn’t be suitable as a toy box as the lid is extremely heavy to lift.
Imagine the stories this Antique Colonial merchant chest could tell it is sure to spark the imaginations of your family and friends.
145cms wide 57ins
77.5cms deep 30 1/2ins
48cms high 19ins
All dimensions are approximate, whilst we take as much care as possible, we can be marginally out.
Delivery
UK mainland FREE Other destinations please contact us, and we will get a quote. We use a professional Removal company to transport our precious items and do not entrust them to usual parcel services. Therefore, delivery may be 7 -10 days, but it is worth the wait of course.
After a few occasions where customers have been disappointed to miss an item as they e-mailed their enquiry instead of phoning, I would recommend that if you wish to get the piece, please call rather than e-mail. We are very friendly and easy to deal with
This Antique iron bound merchant chest is a piece of antique furniture that are a very green product and have not affected the environment we live in.
We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.
Guarantee
This Antique iron bound merchant chest carries the Hingstons Antiques product guarantee plate which gives you the peace of mind that any item with this plate, is of the quality and condition expected when purchasing from Hingstons Antiques Limited. All our goods are individually selected by Nick Hingston who uses his experience of over 40 years of trading to select the best items of the best design and condition suitable to be placed in our quality stock.
PRICE MATCHING
Antiques are unique, and it is impossible to price match in the normal way. Please consider the quality of product, and the care taken in our restoration, before deciding if you are looking at price comparison.
When you choose to purchase an item from Hingstons, you will be purchasing a piece that will enhance your home.
We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.
Hingstons Distance selling policy
Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 14 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less transport costs, on condition it is returned in the condition it was sent.
Payment- We can accept payment by bank transfer, card transaction by phone, or cheque in store for UK customers, please contact us if you are an overseas customer
Items remain on sale until payment is received


DELIVERY

If for any reason you are unhappy with your purchase within the 7 day period, we will give you a full refund(excluding the return delivery cost).

PRICE MATCHING
Antiques are unique as it is impossible to price match
When you choose to purchase an item from Hingstons you will be purchasing a piece that will enhance your home.
We spend time choosing the best product, that meets the criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.
We use traditional methods of restoration and do not use lacquers and spray finishes.
Beware of cheaper imitations.

DISTANCE SELLING REGULATIONS
Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd are covered under the Distance Selling Regulations, which give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 7 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less RETURN transport costs

Opening Hours

9am-5pm Mon - Friday

10-5pm Saturday

Closed Sundays and Bank Holidays

We can arrange to get a quote for shipping anywhere in the world