The rectangular, lacquered, somewhat dented body of sheet iron with riveted reinforcement straps in a cruciform arrangement. A false lock on the front and a movable carrying handle on each side. The hinged lid with a central keyhole and two additional holes to the left and right (the coverings removed in olden times), three latches, one folding key and a hollow shank key of later date. A foldable locking mechanism for the lid on the side. The unostentatious cover plate and interior of the armada chest lined with red lead. Dimensions 42 x 28 x 30 cm. Condition: II -