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Early 17th century chimera key. The ring with...

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Early 17th century chimera key. The ring with two chimeras, chiselled in a round bump resting on equally chiselled crowbars. Three laces between the crow's feet, the headdresses, the third link between the chimeras taking the shape of a heart. Simple circular hump with mouldings under a hexagonal top. Stem with a triangular section and drilled in a triangle. Large double-protruding muzzle and rake. Phillips wheels. Chiselled and engraved iron. French work from the beginning of the 17th century. Dimensions: 13.5 cm Thickness at the top of the ring: 10 mm.