Collectibles-General (Antiques)/lang cedar chest

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I have A lang cedar chess made in 1941 with all the original paper work it is about 4 foot by 2 foot and the top has rounded edges (like on A casket) could you tell me about how much it might be worth approx. or where I could find more info on it

                                       thank you
                                       mike

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Hi Michael
Nice to hear from you.
The condition of these old chests determine their value.
Just the age alone does not.
They can run anywhere from $50.00 to $300.00 in my neck of the woods (Canada).
Here is a site that may be of help.

http://www.ehow.com/how-does_4794032_determining-value-lane-cedar-chest.html

Also make very sure your chest is not on the recall list. Many children have died in these chests

http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml00/00084.html

Regards
Eileen

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I can answer most questions about the repairing and refinishing of all your old furniture items (the things we call antiques). I can also give you advice on what wood items to choose and what wood items to avoid at auctions, flea markets etc. I DO NOT give appraisals on antiques as this is not my field of expertise.

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