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Large iron Nuremburg ("Armada") chest (late 1500s to mid-1600s), with inner box and original keys (o

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Large iron Nuremburg ( Armada ) chest (late 1500s to mid-1600s), with inner box and original keys (o
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Large iron Nuremburg ("Armada") chest (late 1500s to mid-1600s), with inner box and original keys (operational). 138 lb. 32" x 17" x 16½". A choice example of a "treasure safe" from a European castle or manor house from the time of the Spanish Armada (hence the nickname), with disguised keyhole on top, ornate false keyhole in front, fully functional seven-bolt locking mechanism with cusps in back to prevent prying, typical inner box to one side for holding the most valuable items, which has its own key but does not open, the exterior with large C-shaped handles on the sides and two straps in front to hold down padlock-loops on the lid when shut. This specimen is intact except for a couple missing rivets on top, and no cover plate inside the top lid, with original painting on outside that shows a different flower in each panel. Pedigreed to Sedwick Auction 11 (lot 1498), with photo-certificate. Pickup or special delivery only.