# CT scans cracked the code of a brass lock from a 1583 shipwreck off Wales, 443 years later, intact

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- Published: 2026-11-06T08:39:43+00:00
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A fascinating shipwreck dating back to 1583 was discovered off the coast of Wales, revealing a brass combination lock that had remained sealed for centuries. Researchers utilized advanced micro-CT scanning to unveil its four-letter combination, ANCE, preserving its condition. This lock is linked to the Ann Francis, a vessel that tragically sank during a storm while returning from Spain.

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