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An antique key bought at an antique market, reportedly it opened a safe, given the threading inside the key that was screwed onto the lock's spindle. A must-have for a collector or a striking piece of home décor.

Antica chiave acquistata in un mercatino dell'antiquariato, a detta del venditore apriva una cassaforte visto il filetto all'interno della chiave che veniva avvitato sul perno di una serratura. 
Un must have per un collezionista o un importante complemento d'arredo.

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Italy - Iron - 1750-1800

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Antique wrought iron key from Italy, dating to 1750–1800, measuring 8 cm wide, 23 cm high and 3 cm deep, weighing 445 g, in good used condition with minor signs of age and stains.

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Antique wrought iron key from Italy, dating to 1750–1800, measuring 8 cm wide, 23 cm high and 3 cm deep, weighing 445 g, in good used condition with minor signs of age and stains.

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