Padlock and Key

Object detail

Accession number

2004.334

Description

Padlock and key joined together with silver key ring. -1 Padlock is brass. Loop of lock joins barrel-shaped body (when closed) of padlock. Surface of both sides decorated with raised '999' with stippled background of rectangular shape. Loop of padlock detaches completely - one side longer than other with 4 grooves on inside edge. Other side has 3 grooves on inside edge. -2 Key - silver-coloured metal with '9' stamped either side (one side lower than the other), 6 grooves top edge of key.

Marks

999
9
999 Logo
999 Maker's Mark

Media/Materials

Processed Material/Metal/Alloy/Copper Alloy/Brass
Processed Material/Metal

Credit Line

Padlock and Key, 2004.334. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).

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Classification

Device, Security Lock, Security Padlock Tools & Equipment for Science & Technology Regulative & Protective T&E Protective Devices

Collection type

Rail Transport

Subject auto tags

Household hardware Material property Font Gas Metal Nickel Auto part Fashion accessory Titanium Composite material

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