Large Roman Door Key with Lion and Calf Handle
2nd-4th century AD. A substantial key with bronze handle formed as a crouching lion devouring a calf, emerging from a square-section calyx; iron shank with angled bit. Cf. Pall, M., Schlüssel und Schlösser, Graz, 2012, item 5978. 159 grams, 11cm (4 1/4"). From the collection of a European gentleman living in South London; acquired 1970-1980.
Condition Report: Very fine condition.
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2nd-4th century AD. A substantial key with bronze handle formed as a crouching lion devouring a calf, emerging from a square-section calyx; iron shank with angled bit. Cf. Pall, M., Schlüssel und Schlösser, Graz, 2012, item 5978. 159 grams, 11cm (4 1/4"). From the collection of a European gentleman living in South London; acquired 1970-1980.
Condition Report: Very fine condition.
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