The Asprey Gorilla Safe was inspired by John Aspinall's pioneering efforts to breed silverback gorillas in captivity at his private zoo in Kent. This exceptional piece was modelled in clay first, in order that a detailed mould could be taken from the original sculpture. A thick layer of pure silver is then applied to the mould using an electroforming technique.
The safe door has a fully functioning three-digit combination lock engineered by Asprey craftsmen. A glistening black finish on the gorilla's body has been achieved by the deliberate oxidisation of the silver which has subsequently been stabilised with a clear lacquer. Each gorilla safe has a production number engraved on the sole of its feed.
Product Care This item is lacquered and will not tarnish. A soft, clean cloth may be used to gently clean this item. Please do not use silver cleaner or abrasives.
Features
Asprey hallmarked sterling silver
Made in the Asprey London workshops
Exclusive Asprey design
Lever operated door with unique 3 digit combination code
Includes individual instruction card listing unique combination number
The body is lacquered to preserve the oxidised finish
Interior floor lined with black calf leather
Production number engraved underneath
Specification
Material : Sterling Silver
Height : 46cm / 18"
SKU : 1063235
Asprey Workshops
Asprey’s London based workshops house our expert artisans and are truly unique. All products are guaranteed.
All Asprey products are guaranteed against defects in workmanship for one year from the date of purchase (this in no way affects your statutory rights). However, in the unlikely event that your Asprey product does not match up to our exacting standards, we will try our hardest to put matters right. Should any manufacturing fault appear on your Asprey product within twelve months of purchase, please return it to us with proof of purchase. Where possible we will try to repair it, or if it cannot be repaired, we will replace it for you.
For any damage resulting from normal "wear and tear", an accident, or damage that has occurred outside of our guarantee period, please contact our Customer Service team (customerservices@asprey.com) who will be pleased to provide you with a quote for repair where possible. Please be aware that repairs may take up to twelve weeks.
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