Title: Conestoga Wagon Jack
Date: 1814
Geography: Made in Pennsylvania, United States
Culture: American
Medium: Iron, wood
Up for sale is a 19th century Conestoga wagon jack, which dates quite early from 1814. This unique antique piece is a must-have for collectors of primitive items and those interested in US Northeastern, Western & Northwest history. It has a distinct style and is an original, not a reproduction. The jack was used to lift the heavy wagons that were used to transport goods across the country during that time period. Don't miss out on the chance to own a piece of history!
Authentic antique piece, in working condition! Measures retracted 22”x 6.5”x 3" & fully extended 35” high, over 20lbs.
Used for The Conestoga wagon,
also simply known as the Conestoga, is an obsolete transport vehicle that was used exclusively in North America, primarily the United States, mainly from the early 18th to mid-19th centuries. It is a heavy and large horse-drawn vehicle which, while largely elusive in origin, originated most likely from German immigrants of Pennsylvanian Dutch culture in the Province of Pennsylvania in the early 18th century. The name "Conestoga Wagon" probably derived from the Conestoga River Valley settlement area in the province and saw usage as early as 1717, although it is not known whether the first wagons referred as such had similar builds as later Conestoga wagons.
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