A small skeleton key used for the Workman House doors, ca. 1840s-1900.

Object/Artifact

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Homestead Museum

Name/Title

A small skeleton key used for the Workman House doors, ca. 1840s-1900.

Entry/Object ID

2016.294.15.6

Description

A small skeleton key used for the Workman House doors, ca. 1840-1900. The brass key has a set of ridges along the shank. It is 2.5 inches in length. The shank is solid with a bit located on the top. There are minor scratches, it is in good 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