The chest is 3'3" x 1'8" x 1'9" high and, being made of oak, is very heavy. As can be seen, the chest carries the scars of time. There are a number of stains and scratches on the lid where objects have been placed on it. The wood is lighter at the bottom where the surface polish has been lifted by flood water. The chest remains in the possession of Samuel's descendants and is used for keepsakes of Samuel and other relatives.