A Very Large & Fine c.1800 Iron Church Key sub-Religion & Relics realistic yet free and relaxed

realistic yet free and relaxed in its execution

The condition is clean and sound with expected wear commensurate with 60-70 plus years use

So it is time to tell the tale of how this chap is so unusually preserved

Canvas Width: 14 inches

A Very Large & Fine c.1800 Iron Church Key sub-Religion & Relics realistic yet free and relaxedOrigin: English Period: George III Provenance: Unknown Date: c. 1790 1810 Length: 8. 75 inches Width: 2. 5 inches (at bow) The heavy Georgian period part barrel shafted iron key having an elaborate symmetrical bow, the bit with a cut out ecclesiastical cross, the shank with moulded ripple sections. The key is in very good condition with slight rusting commensurate with age and no damage to report. There is some natural bend to the shaft. In folklore,