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PADLOCK

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Collection Type

  • Architecture

Date

ca. 1812

GUSN

GUSN-30399

Description

Tall, heart-shaped with brass (?) front; stamped on front. Key is stuck.

Details

Descriptive Terms

padlocks
brass (alloy)
iron (metal)
stamping (forming)
Iron
Brass
Stamped
Eagle
PADLOCK

Inscription

Stamped on front face: ""UNITED STATES MAIL 1812""

Additional Identification Number

1924.753

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

3.125 x 2 x 0.625 (HxWxD) (inches)

Accession Number

1924.753.1

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