Description:

Western Europe, ca. 17th century CE. An iron padlock and key in good working condition - though we wouldn't recommend locking your bike with it! Primitive padlocks have been known in Europe since the Roman period if not earlier; the name may reference an animal paddock, which needed to be kept locked, and which comes from the Viking settlements of York, England. The body of the adolock is heavy, with a thick, curved bar of iron forming the loop; the key itself is intricate, with a series of notches on two sides and an openwork interior. Size of key: 1.7" W x 3.7" H (4.3 cm x 9.4 cm); size of lock: 2.75" W x 4" H (7 cm x 10.2 cm)

Provenance: private Orange County, California, USA collection

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#127827

  • Condition: Smooth, dark patina on surface. Completely functional with nice movement!

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October 12, 2017 7:00 AM MDT
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