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Antique Victor Patents combination safe

By lorentoben, 30 January, 2012
Description

We found this safe in the basement of an older home my father-in-law recently purchased. It is extremely heavy (estimate 600 lbs. + We are dreading the task of getting it up out of there. We were fortunate enough to also find the hand written combination in an upstairs closet of the home while cleaning. The combination works and this safe is fully functional. The pictures show everything I could describe. I have to think that this is a one of a kind item since the emblem calles it out as being the highest award - grand prize at the 1904 Louisana Purchase Exposition held in St. Louis. This item is for sale to the highest bidder, however we first intend to establish a fair value. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Category
General Antiques and Collectibles
Medium
steel
Distinguishing marks
Victor Patents, Highest Award, Louisana Purchase Exposition
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
(approximate) 32" high (including 4" diameter steel castor wheels) x 24" wide x 30" long
Date Period
1904
Weight
600# +
History
We recently found this safe in the basement of an older home my father-in-law purchased in Akron, Iowa
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
free - found in basement
For Sale?
Yes
Photos

Rocco8246

7 years 7 months ago

Re: Antique Victor Patents combination safe

Hi i seen your pictures of the safe on line. i was wondering if you ever found out the value of it? i have the exact same one i got it out of a foreclosure in Ohio. Any information you could provide would be helpful. Thank you

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