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Brass lock and key
Object Number 975-69-50/11937A.1
Display Title Brass lock and key
Descriptions
Object Description Brass lock (a) and key (b), the lock is rectangular with incised geometric designs on its top and sides. 15 cm x 5.5 cm. The key is in the shape of an elongated cross, with incised designs on one side. 15 cm long.
Inventory Description Lock, metal, rectangular, 2 rings, incised linear deco
Classification
  • Lock
Department Ethnographic
Culture
  • Tuareg
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa / Algeria
Materials Metal
Dimensions Overall: 15 x 7.2 x 1.7 cm (5 7/8 x 2 13/16 x 11/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 975-69-50/11937A/ 638

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