JW Longaberger Original Market Basket - Circa 1940s Guaranteed Authentic! Very Nice Condition! Start Price USD 0.01 Current Price USD 316.00 Time Left - Bid Count 19 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Monday, November 17, 2008 End Time Monday, November 24, 2008 Location Nashport, Ohio See more about 'JW Longaberger Original Market Basket - Circa 1940s' Description familytree-llc Store JW Longaberger Original Market Basket - Circa 1940's     For Auction This WeekFamily Tree Antiques presents this early Longaberger basket which was made by Dave's father JW Longaberger.  Long before the Longaberger Basket Company came into existence, JW was making baskets for his own firm, the Ohio Ware Basket Company.    I purchased this basked on Saturday morning, November 15th and took it straight over to the Homestead for authentication.  There were no Longaberger family members available, but I was able to sit for awhile with Kenny Birkhimer, the first ever Longaberger Baskets employee.  He quickly determined what I knew already...it is authentic.  So, when you purchase this basket and take it over to the Homestead, any Longaberger family member should be able to sign it for you.  This is the fourth JW Original Basket that I have owned, and I must say that it is the best one yet!  It has a nice golden color, though not quite so golden as the photos might suggest.  It has only a few small splits or breaks, all of which are photographed for you to examine.  Please see the details and photos below for the rest of the story.  Please check our other auctions for more great items.  As always, your satisfaction is 100% guaranteed!  Please contact us immediately if there is ever a problem with your order.   §        Condition:  It is in very good condition with expected wear for its age.§        Age:  The approximate age of the item is, circa 1940's.§        Markings:  None, but I will guarantee this basket as authentic for life.§        Country of Origin:  This item was made in the U.S.A.§        Material:  The material is wood­.§        Measurements:  The item measures about 16½" x 11" x 14" tall.§        Weight:  The item weight without shipping materials is 1 lbs. 9 oz.§ Please enlarge photos for the best view.                                                                                             §        Shipping & Insurance:  Quotes are listed at the top and bottom of the page.  Insurance is included.o       We do combine shipping on multiple purchases.o       Alaska, Hawaii and other locations may expect higher rates.  We will not alter customs forms.  Email for quotes and payment instructions.o Mondays are devoted to packing sold items, so we may not be able to ship until Tuesday.  Payment Options include PayPal, check or money order.  Personal checks may be held until they clear.  Ohio residents will be taxed at 7%.  Starting January first, I will only be permitted to advertise PayPal, but will continue to welcome your checks and money orders.       Insurance is included on all purchases.  Shipping may be determined in two ways.  Most of our items have fixed shipping quotes listed within the description.  However, larger packages may require the use of a provided shipping calculator.  We do combine shipping.        International shipping can be quite expensive.  We can ship most items to any location around the globe.  Please be prepared to pay higher shipping costs than those listed.  Also, please hold your payment until you have received an invoice.  All items will be insured for the full amount, so please do not ask us to alter customs forms for you.       Your payment is expected within seven days of the close of the auction.  If you will be paying at a later date, all we ask is that you send us a note with an explanation and expected date of payment.  We can be very accomodating, so please feel free to ask questions.  Once payment is collected, your package will be fully insured and shipped with 24 - 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