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18th century Antique Korean hardwood money chest or trunk with original hand-forged iron latch plate with a pierced design, corner … Read more 18th century Antique Korean hardwood money chest or trunk with original hand-forged iron latch plate with a pierced design, corner mounts and hinges. The top is hinged at the center. Paper money did not exist in Joseon Dynasty Korea, which lasted five centuries. Small coins were used and so became quite heavy when a substantial amount was amassed and thus had to be stored on strong chests. Whirling log metal accents are especially rare. Front piece opens and drops down for easy access See less
- Dimensions
- 37.5ʺW × 19.5ʺD × 29.25ʺH
- Styles
- Asian Antique
- Period
- Late 18th Century
- Country of Origin
- Korea, Republic of
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Cast Iron
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
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