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Vintage Bancroft Hotel Saginaw MI Room Keys & Brass Lock Cylinder Lot Cigar Box
2. ITEM SPECIFICS
* Condition: Used
* Condition Description: Good vintage condition showing authentic age-appropriate patina, surface wear, and historic character. Cigar box has typical surface scuffing and structural wear from storage. Keys and lock cylinders are uncleaned, maintaining their original aged look. Please review photos for an accurate visual assessment.
* Theme: Hotel & Motel Memorabilia
* Type: Room Keys, Fobs, & Lock Hardware
* Featured Hotel: Bancroft Hotel (Saginaw, Michigan)
* Material: Brass, Metal, Wood (Box)
* Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
* Era: Early to Mid-20th Century
* Original/Reproduction: Original
3. ITEM DESCRIPTION
**Historic Vintage Bancroft Hotel Room Keys & Brass Lock Cylinder Estate Lot**
Up for sale is a fantastic piece of Michigan history! This unique estate lot features a vintage wooden cigar box densely packed with original antique room keys and heavy brass lock cylinders recovered directly from the historic **Bancroft Hotel in Saginaw, MI**.
**About the Bancroft Hotel:**
Originally financed in 1859 by famous lumber baron Jesse Hoyt, the historic Bancroft Hotel was once the grandest and most luxurious hotel in mid-Michigan. The iconic six-story brick structure that still stands today was built in 1916 and hosted legendary historical figures, including President William H. Taft, Helen Keller, and P.T. Barnum. In 1954, it debuted the legendary lumber-themed "Log Mark Room" restaurant. The property officially ceased operation as a lodging house in the late 1970s and has since been beautifully converted into luxury apartments.
**Lot Features & Details:**
* **Contents:** A collection of authentic room keys and solid brass tumbler/lock cylinders.
* **Storage:** Housed inside a classic, weathered vintage wooden cigar box that makes for an incredible rustic display piece.
* **Measurements:** Individual hardware pieces and keys measure up to approximately 3 inches long.
* **Aesthetics:** Perfect for locksmith collectors, historical display cases, regional advertising enthusiasts, or architectural salvage decor.
Don't miss this rare chance to own a literal piece of Saginaw's storied lumber-era hospitality history!
4. SHIPPING & HANDLING RECOMMENDATIONS
* Shipping Service: USPS Ground Advantage (or USPS Priority Mail Small Flat Rate Box)
* Package Type: Thickly padded box. (Note: Wrap the keys and cylinders tightly in bubble wrap inside the cigar box so they do not bang around and crack the wood during transit).
* Package Weight: Estimated 2–3 lbs due to solid brass hardware.
* Shipping Fee: Calculated Shipping (buyer pays based on location) to optimize your return.
