Monstrous Forged Key, Italy, Bologna, 16th/17th Century,

We are buyers of key collections and collectible keys
beautiful big piece of locksmithing, a unique piece due to its size: 23.5cm, 9cm bit, 25mm shank! weight 0.75kg.
forging technique is classic from Italy, city of Bologna.
Ribbon ring with inverted C, thick ring base, drilled shank, 6.5cm x 6cm bit, more than 10mm thick, saw-cut, still gothic in spirit, zig-zag with open slits of beautiful graphic symmetry.
Key for a massive lock, huge building door, or huge safe?
Good condition, normal wear, old scars brazed on shank.
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Insured shipping: €10 for France, by Colissimo -
eclectic – antique dealers since 1970, Siret: FR 24.430113233.
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