Vintage Iron Milk Crate with Patina – 1950s–60s Rustic Industrial Storage & Magazine Holder
Once, this heavy iron crate carried bottles of fresh milk to doorsteps, clinking gently with the rhythm of early mornings. Its sturdy wires have felt the weight of daily life, the rust and patina marking every decade that has passed since the 1950s or 60s. Now, freed from its old duties, the crate is ready for new beginnings – as a bookshelf, a bedside table, or a rustic kitchen storage piece. It holds not just objects, but also stories of a time when things were made to last.
This old milk crate is made of strong iron – heavy and built to endure. Its original patina with spots of rust gives it a true vintage look and carries the character of age.
Unlike many milk crates, this one comes without bottle dividers, which makes it wonderfully versatile – you can place books, magazines, or all sorts of items inside without limits. On the sides you’ll find handgrip openings, making it easier to lift and move around while adding to its practical charm.
There are endless ways to use it: as a bookshelf, a nightstand, or stacked in the kitchen to hold cookbooks and jars. Its sturdy construction even allows it to hold up to 50 magazines.
Perfect rustic farmhouse or industrial decor piece.
This listing is for 1 crate (more available).
Vintage condition- rustic, with signs of age and use, oxidation and rust – all of which give this crate unique character.
Measurements:
height 30 cm / 11,8 inches
length 45 cm / 17,7 inches
depth 38 cm / 15 inches
weight: 4985 gMeasurements:
height 30 cm / 11,8 inches
length 45 cm / 17,7 inches
depth 38 cm / 15 inches
weight: 4985 g
PRODUCT INFO
All vintage and antique items are sold as is — with signs of age and use that reflect their lived history.
SHIPPING INFO
Worldwide Shipping
We ship to all countries in the European Union and worldwide.
Once your payment is confirmed, your order will be prepared for shipment within 1–3 business days. In most cases, we do our best to ship it the same day.
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Estimated delivery times:
• Within the European Union: 3–14 business days
• Outside the EU: up to 21 calendar days
• In rare or exceptional cases, we reserve the right to ship within 45 calendar days.
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RETURN & REFUND POLICY
Items purchased from the TallinnVintage online store are subject to a 14-day right of withdrawal in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Estonia, including § 56 of the Law of Obligations Act.
To arrange a return, please contact us at aivi@designred.eu – we will guide you through the next steps.
Return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer.
