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