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A chamberlain's key was a rank insignia at the princely court.
Chamberlains were high-ranking noblemen who were appointed to princely courts for direct service to the ruler. They wore a key as a sign of their dignity. This key was often still silvered and actually fit on the door locks of the princely apartments in the 17th century. Since the 18th century, however this has been transformed into a symbolic, magnificent rank badge made of gilded bronze. Its large, richly decorated thigh is provided with the monogram or coat of arms of the employer/ruler. It was worn on a ribbon over the shoulder or on the right hip between two golden buttons and trimmings. The dignity could be awarded several times to different persons at the same time. The chamberlain keys were personally awarded decorations.
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Hesse-Cassel - Chamberlain's Key Frederic II
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