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An extraordinary, museum-quality artifact of 19th-century British military and maritime campaign history. This heavy-duty military campaign arms chest features a …
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An extraordinary, museum-quality artifact of 19th-century British military and maritime campaign history. This heavy-duty military campaign arms chest features a magnificent, highly sought-after original weathered turquoise-green over-paint wash across its facade. The upper lid opens to reveal its exceptional, entirely intact original interior wooden firearm barrel racks, confirming its historic deployment as a mobile armory transport unit designed to survive transatlantic passage.
PROVENANCE & ACQUISITION HISTORY:This exceptional military chest has been held in a private, climate-controlled personal collection for the last 15 years, following its acquisition from a historic antique dealer in Ohio. The piece features definitive physical provenance proving its 19th-century British military origin, including an authentic stamped "V.R." (Victoria Regina) official government proof mark on the wood, verifying its manufacture during the late Victorian era (1837-1901). The authentic period "Halifax Transit" stenciling provides a direct historical connection to the strategic British military shipping lanes, railway networks, and garrison supply lines running through the historic port of Halifax, Nova Scotia.
SPECIFICATIONS & DETAILS:
Era: Circa 1870 / Late Victorian Campaign Military EraMarkings:
Authentic period stenciled "Halifax Transit" insignia on face; Stamped "V.R." Queen Victoria official British military ordnance proof mark.Interior Features: Original built-in dual-tier wooden firearm barrel rack system
Construction: Heavy-plank solid wood core, reinforced top battens, industrial hand-forged iron central clasp closure, and rugged flush wooden side handles.
Style Aesthetic: Industrial / British Campaign / Rare Military Artifact / Coffee Table
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- Dimensions
- 30ʺW × 13.5ʺD × 12ʺH
- Period
- Mid 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Iron
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Teal
- Condition Notes
- Condition: Magnificent, entirely untouched antique condition. Shows exceptional historic weathering, authentic paint drips, transit scuffs, edge wear, and a deep … moreCondition: Magnificent, entirely untouched antique condition. Shows exceptional historic weathering, authentic paint drips, transit scuffs, edge wear, and a deep aged patina that completely verifies its 150+ year military utility. Structural frame is incredibly heavy, robust, and entirely intact. COMPLIMENTARY PROFESSIONAL PACKING INCLUDED:The seller is personally covering 100% of the cost for professional, fragile-grade packing at The UPS Store to guarantee its safe arrival. This rare piece will be expertly secured, cushioned, and custom-boxed by certified shipping specialists prior to transit handoff. Buy with absolute confidence knowing your investment is fully protected by the professionals. less
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