Collection Highlights
American Bastille
Date:
Object Number:
LIB.E458.8.M36.1870F.XL
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Padlock
Object Number:
INV.6510
Date:
1750-1850
Medium:
Steel
Dimensions:
Overall: 1 1/2 x 1 3/4 x 2 1/2 in. ( 3.8 x 4.4 x 6.4 cm )
Description:
Steel padlock with ball-shaped locking mechanism with key hole; C-shaped shackle above which is hinged at one end and locks at the other. (No key).
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
