Vintage Hotel Statler Skeleton Room Key - Detroit, Michigan (Room 430)

Up for sale is an authentic, highly collectible antique room skeleton key from the grand **Hotel Statler** in Detroit, Michigan.

### Item Details:

*   **Hotel:** Hotel Statler (Detroit, Michigan)

*   **Room Number:** 430 (stamped clearly on the head)

*   **Manufacturer:** Russell & Erwin Mfg. Co. (New Britain, Connecticut)

*   **Type:** Bow-stamped hotel room skeleton key

*   **Material:** Metal with a gorgeous dark, authentic aged patina

*   **Condition:** Excellent antique condition. The room number "430" and the "Russell & Erwin" manufacturer text are highly visible. The bitting (teeth) and barrel are fully intact with no bends or structural damage.

### Historical Significance:

Opened in February 1915 on Washington Boulevard, the 1,000-room Hotel Statler was a masterpiece of Italian Renaissance architecture and one of Detroit's "Big Four" luxury hotels during the city's golden era. It hosted legendary public figures, politicians, and performers—including Harry Houdini during his final performance run in 1926—before closing in 1975. This hardware was crafted by the prestigious Russell & Erwin Manufacturing Company, making it a stellar piece of both hardware and Motor City history.

*Please inspect the high-resolution photos provided to evaluate the exact cosmetic condition. The key pictured is the exact item you will receive.*

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