Victorian era key with vial of opossum tooth & dried florals

This key measures approximately 2.875" in length.
Glass vial measures 1" in length - contains real opossum tooth and dried tansy, cornflower, and tiny heather buds.
Patina and slight imperfections due to age and use.

Victorian era key made by Russell and Erwin Manufacturing Co. in New Britain, Connecticut founded in 1839. Key patented Jan. 1904.

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