Civil War Leather Document Box E.A.G. Roulstone, Robert Burr, Boston 1850's - $125 - (Occidental, CA)

Here is a Civil War Era mid 1800's flat topleather covered document box or small trunkwith brass lock and tack details, leather topstrap with the hinged lid opening to a painted paper lined interior with label reading: E.A.G. Roulstone,Successor to Robert Burr,Manufacturer ofBags, Valises, TrunksMilitary & Fire Caps, & c.9 Hanover St. Boston Wear commensurate to age, with losses topaper interior/staining, etc. The interior strap isbroken (holding base to lid) Some damage to leather.The top strap is very secure. It can't be lifted by thestrap though since the box doesn't lock but itdoes close well. There is no key. This box measures:10" Long6.5" Wide4 5/8" High Weight - 2 pounds 4 ozs. Please examine all photos carefully. If you need moreor have any questions, ask before bidding. I do notaccept returns unless not described properly. Shipping to be determined after close of sale usingyour zipcode for accuracy. DO NOT send payment untilI have sent an invoice. International MUST contact me before bidding as I do notship to all countries. Paypal accepted. Thanks for looking at this leather box from our past.......

Posted in Occidental, CA, Antiques
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