A large and massive synagogue key, Eastern Europe 18th century.
Keys of this kind were used for the front door or the gate of the synagogue [a similar key found under the rubble of the Maharsha synagogue in Ostroh, Ukraine]. Typical of synagogues in Russia-Ukraine.
Provenance: Private Collection.
Length: 25 cm. Width of the Star of David 7 cm. Signs of rust. Good condition.
