Key - Blacksmith's sign

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Iron signboard shaped as a large key, dating to 1850–1900 from central Tuscany, Italy; measures 25 cm high, 11 cm wide, 3 cm deep and weighs 260 g, in used condition with minor age marks and rust, intended as a blacksmith’s sign rather than for actual locking use.

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Large key, blacksmith's sign.
Late 19th century, early 1900s
Tuscany, Italy
Height 25 cm
Length 11 cm
Large key used as a sign for a blacksmith from central Tuscany.
The key originated as a sign, not for actual use in locks.
Good condition.
Rust is well consolidated.
Tracked shipping.

Large key, blacksmith's sign.
Late 19th century, early 1900s
Tuscany, Italy
Height 25 cm
Length 11 cm
Large key used as a sign for a blacksmith from central Tuscany.
The key originated as a sign, not for actual use in locks.
Good condition.
Rust is well consolidated.
Tracked shipping.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Weight
260 g
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Italy
Material
Iron
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
25 cm
Width
11 cm
Depth
3 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
Title additional information
Blacksmith's sign
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