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Historical Background

The “Treasury” safe was designed and manufactured in 1903 for the main branch of the Azov-Don Commercial Bank in St. Petersburg. The safe’s weight — 2.1 tons — required reinforcing the building’s floors.

The unique flooding system that activated upon attempted break-in was a secret invention of San-Galli. In the event of an attempted burglary, a salt solution would flood the chamber, irreversibly destroying the contents. The safe was rescued from a burning building in 1918 and stored in a banking museum until the 2000s.

Technical Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Franz Karlovich San-Galli (St. Petersburg)
  • Year of Manufacture: 1903
  • Weight: 2100 kg
  • Material: Solid steel
  • Lock Type: Secret mechanism with recoding
  • Condition: Fully restored, mechanism replaced with modern one

Design Features

The “Treasury” is an armored giant created to protect millions of rubles in gold. The 10 cm thick steel walls made it virtually impenetrable.

Key Features:

  • Anti-burglary flooding system — A salt solution would flood the chamber upon any attempt to break in.
  • 10 cm thick steel walls — Provide maximum protection.
  • Re-codable lock with 3 levels of secrecy — The code could be changed every hour.
  • Interior finished in mahogany — Every detail is crafted from precious wood.

Interior

The interior is finished in mahogany with inlays. It includes compartments for gold bullion, securities, and large amounts of cash. The door features a brass plate with the bank’s name and the year of issue.

Why Purchase This Safe?

  1. Maximum Protection — One of the most reliable 19th-century designs.
  2. Engineering Masterpiece — The flooding system is without parallel.
  3. Exclusivity — A safe from the main branch of the bank.
  4. Investment Appeal — Rarity and uniqueness.

The “Treasury” safe is the pinnacle of 19th-century engineering. Acquiring it is not just a purchase but an investment in a unique artifact that will appreciate in value and serve faithfully.