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Iron lock and key from the rear entrance of tabo monastery in spiti
Iron lock and key from the rear entrance of tabo monastery in spiti
Object Number 37-27-60/2874
Display Title Iron lock and key from the rear entrance of tabo monastery in spiti
Descriptions
Inventory Description Lock, fitted iron receptacles, with open slits, with large, incised key
Classification
  • Lock
Department Ethnographic
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Asia / India
Additional Geographic Terms India: Northern Punjab-Kangra District; Spiti
Materials Iron
Dimensions Overall: 17.2 x 13.3 x 6.4 cm (6 3/4 x 5 1/4 x 2 1/2 in.)
Quantity 2
Label on object 37-27-60/2874

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