2340 - Large Medieval Ornate Bronze Door Key with Zoomorphs. Circa 13th-15th century A.D. Comprising a tubular-section shank with hatched ornament, circular bow with lateral bird-heads to the rear, large rectangular bit with clefts and grooved wards. Cf. Medieval Catalogue, London Museum Catalogues: No.7, 1940, p.XXIX, no.18. Exhibited at the Harwich Museum, Harwich, Essex, UK, 7th October 2026-9th December 2026; accompanied by a copy of a photograph of the artefacts on display. 45.2 grams, 77 mm (3 in.).

Large Medieval Ornate Bronze Door Key with Zoomorphs. Circa 13th-15th century A.D. Comprising a tubular-section shank with hatched ornament, circular bow with lateral bird-heads to the rear, large rectangular bit with clefts and grooved wards. Cf. Medieval Catalogue, London Museum Catalogues: No.7, 1940, p.XXIX, no.18. Exhibited at the Harwich Museum, Harwich, Essex, UK, 7th October 2026-9th December 2026; accompanied by a copy of a photograph of the artefacts on display. 45.2 grams, 77 mm (3 in.). Found Romney Marsh area, Kent, 1990-2015. From an extensive collection of large medieval keys; the property of a Kent, UK gentleman. TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists. See our website for more information.