{"product_id":"vintage-industrial-galvanized-metal-factory-storage-box-with-lid-20-inch","title":"Vintage Industrial Galvanized Metal Factory Storage Box With Lid 20 Inch","description":"CONDITION: Good vintage industrial condition with authentic evidence of age and factory use, including scratches, scuffs, oxidation, discoloration, staining, surface variation, small dents and irregularities, and handwritten shop markings. The box and removable lid remain intact. Please review photographs closely for exact condition.\u003cbr\u003eThis substantial vintage galvanized metal storage box is a genuine piece of industrial material culture, measuring approximately 20\" x 9\" x 12\". It appears to have been hand-fabricated for practical factory use, with folded or turned edges, joined seams and a separate fitted lid.\u003cbr\u003eOriginal printing on the sheet metal reads ARMCO INGOT IRON and 26 GA, identifying the material from which the box was fabricated. One end retains handwritten factory notation beginning with “J.E.,” along with additional partially legible writing and numbers. The original factory and specific purpose are unknown, and no unsupported attribution is being made.\u003cbr\u003eThe utilitarian construction, surviving markings and beautifully aged galvanized surface give this piece exceptional decorative character while its generous size makes it useful for storing textiles, magazines, craft materials, collectibles or workshop supplies.\u003cbr\u003eEstimated Circa: Mid-20th Century; exact date unknown.\u003cbr\u003eVintage metal naturally exhibits patina, oxidation, scratches, staining and surface variation. This piece has not been aggressively polished so that its authentic aged surface and original markings can be preserved.\u003cbr\u003eThe first image is AI-generated for styling inspiration only. Please refer to the actual item photographs for exact appearance and condition.\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn more:\u003c\/strong\u003e Read our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/journal\/identify-date-antique-boxes-advertising-tins-vintage-storage\"\u003eguide to identifying and dating antique boxes, advertising tins and vintage storage\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Handmade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67596008030484,"sku":"Boxes-ARMCO-01","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1009\/1465\/9604\/files\/e2ee2bf7-b46d-4ace-8f4f-9d4c4b0b9c1d.jpg?v=1790702615","url":"https:\/\/needleworkfarmhouse.com\/products\/vintage-industrial-galvanized-metal-factory-storage-box-with-lid-20-inch","provider":"Needlework Farmhouse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}