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How can I tell how old a firkin is?

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How can I tell how old a firkin is?
Take your firkin to an expert antique appraiser to tell how old your piece is. There have been many different styles over the centuries, and a firkin’s wood and hoop construction play an important role when placing it in a particular era. Shop antique firkins on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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1920s Hand-Crafted, Painted and Decorated Tripod Firkin or Sewing Bucket
Located in Germantown, MD
A 1920s hand-crafted, hand painted and Decorated Tripod Firkin or Sewing Bucket with handle. Newer
Category

Early 20th Century American Edwardian Decorative Baskets

Materials

Wood, Paint

Antique Painted Primitive Covered & Finger Staved Sugar Pail, Bucket or Firkin
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This folk art finger staved covered sugar bucket or firkin shows no indication of a specific maker
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Primitive Decorative Bowls

Materials

Brass

Rustic Vintage Firkin Sugar Bucket Barrel Back Childs Chair Hickory Nautical
Located in Dayton, OH
This small chair or stool is made of hickory wood with brass accents in a barrel style finished with neutral upholstery. Measure: 18".    
Category

Early 20th Century Rustic Children's Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Hickory

Early 19th Century Grain Painted Firkin
Located in Nantucket, MA
Early 19th Century Grain Painted Firkin, possibly late 18th Century, a hand crafted firkin or
Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Folk Art Painted Furniture

Materials

Pine

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