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Rim Lock

Collection Type

  • Architecture

Date

1800-1833

GUSN

GUSN-36919

Description

Wrought iron box with cap-type flange over jamb edge of door. Single dedbolt 1" x 2" x 1" is key-operated from both sides. Partial cover plate on back, over key area only. Iron works and key. Pattern flange (which discriminates between various keys) is missing, allowing any key to operate lock. Painted black.

Details

Descriptive Terms

rim locks
iron (metal)
painting (coating)
wrought
Iron
Wrought
Painted
LOCK, DOOR

Additional Identification Number

1934.1364A

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

11 x 7 x 1.75 (HxWxD) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of Mrs. Henry Endicott

Accession Number

1934.1364AB

Date

1800-1833 (Possibly)

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