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Very Rare Antique Armada Box or Strongbox in Iron Early 17th Century
$15,000.92
£11,270.97
€12,700
CA$20,656.40
A$23,118.32
CHF 12,101.62
MX$280,845.74
NOK 153,659.79
SEK 145,004.25
DKK 96,659.63
About the Item
Very Rare Antique Armada Box or Strongbox in Iron Early 17th Century
A truly wonderful 400 year old museum worthy ‘strongbox’ or ‘armada box’. Most probably German, around 1600-1620.
These kind of chests were used as transportable safe - both on land and on a ship. Very heavy and highly rare - especially this smaller size.
This chest features a working 11 bolt lock mechanism, with a most unique hand engraved lock plate showing two anthropomorphic mermaid like sea creatures. Wonderful intricate details and hand made quality. Please note the very large and heavy key.
Overall a very rare and museum quality strongbox in a very good - working - condition.
About ORNAMENTUM
ORNAMENTUM - where we find perfection in imperfection, love a good patina and are always on the lookout for wonderful and unique pieces both vintage and antique. We are based in Belgium near the Dutch border.
- Dimensions:Height: 18.9 in (48 cm)Width: 30.71 in (78 cm)Depth: 20.08 in (51 cm)
- Style:Medieval (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:1600-1620
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Meer, BE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU9952245327642
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