| Exquisitely chiseled Antique Coffers | | | | metal plate with a lock and key system were |
| represent the most solid array of | | | | used to secure their vast monetary holdings. |
| aristocratic furniture chests that were | | | | On the side of these exquisite antique |
| authorized for construction by the lords and | | | | coffers, elaborate handles were constructed |
| ladies of society that span the eras from | | | | to handle the weight of these money keepers. |
| medieval times to the 18th century. These | | | | These antique coffers were exquisitely |
| solid pieces were stately reminders of the | | | | detailed inside to provide storage |
| landowners success because they splendidly | | | | compartments that allowed convenient access |
| displayed in large quantities throughout the | | | | to often used items in the home such as |
| home. | | | | candles and wicking and coins. |
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| Crafted to these noble peoples gracious | | | | Many of the exquisite antique coffers were |
| exacting standards, many of these antique | | | | constructed with a top that fully tilted |
| coffers blended fine hard wood grains of | | | | backward or with a half-lid that were |
| mahogany, oak and walnut, with ornate | | | | presented in many contrasting styles. These |
| carvings along the side panels and an overlay | | | | detailed designed antique coffers also |
| of ornately stamped metals across the front, | | | | featured removable drawers along the front on |
| to create exquisite fine furniture pieces fit | | | | one side of the chest that were recessed and |
| for a King. | | | | multi-layered and often hidden behind a door |
| | | | panel. These access points were etched with |
| In medieval times, these antique coffers were | | | | family crests, ornate floral designs or |
| used to store the gold pieces of the tax | | | | original artist renditions of the rural |
| collectors and wealthy landowners. A sturdy | | | | surroundings and motifs of the time period. |