A large skeleton key, ca. 1800s.

Object/Artifact

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Homestead Museum

Name/Title

A large skeleton key, ca. 1800s.

Entry/Object ID

2016.294.15.1

Description

A large key, ca. 1800s. The large skeleton key appears to have a solid shank or bit. The item has heavy rust and corrosion. It measures at 5.5 inches in length.There is significant build up of accretion through out the key. It is in poor condition.

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Secondary Object Term

Key

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Device, Security

Nomenclature Sub-Class

Protective Devices

Nomenclature Class

Regulative & Protective T&E

Nomenclature Category

Category 05: Tools & Equipment for Science & Technology