Antique E.L. Pilkington Wooden Shipping Crate serpent American) for Passaic Metal Ware

American) for Passaic Metal Ware Co

13" W x 6" D x 11" H

MM - C-12439 - 012825

seeing as no surviving instruments have a number below 500

Antique E.L. Pilkington Wooden Shipping Crate serpent American) for Passaic Metal Warec. 1920s; E. L. Pilkington Detroit, MI Solid wood shipping crate with hinged lid and front latch, constructed from pine boards with nailed joinery and reinforced corners. The exterior retains bold black stenciling reading "E. L. Pilkington, Detroit, Mich." while the lid carries additional worn lettering indicating fragile contents and handling instructions. Interior is clean and open with a simple cleated support along one side, suggesting use for