Ancient Roman Iron Treasure Chest Key Circa 1st-3rd century AD An iron key with a substantial loop connected to a long, rectangular-section shank. The shaft extends downwards to a projecting bit set at a right angle, with a thick rectangular profile and a short terminal projection. The key was designed to operate a corresponding lock mechanism fitted to a chest or strongbox. Size: 5.5cm x 2.5cm x 1.5cm Provenance: Private European Collection; formerly acquired from old UK and European collection formed since the 1970s. COMBINED SHIPPING We offer combined shipping only for items purchased in the same auction. You need to pay for these together; otherwise, the system will not combine shipping. We don't combine and refund shipping afterwards. SHIPPING WITHIN THE EU ONLY! We ship exclusively to addresses within the European Union. Please ensure that you can provide an EU delivery address before bidding.