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York,
16-22 Coppergate
Padlock Keys
The
key bits are at an angle of about 90° to the stem. These keys
were suspended from the owner's belt by means of a cord through the
terminal at the head.
1.
11th- 12th century
The upper part of the stem widens towards the head where there is
a looped terminal.
Dimensions: L.164mm
2.
11th - 12th century
The upper part of the stem. Widens towards the head where there is
a looped terminal.
Dimensions: L.100mm
3.
12th - 13th century
The upper part of the stem has a triangular shape which is at its
narrowest at the head where there is a rounded, pierced terminal.
Dimensions: L.76mm
4.
Early 12th century
The upper part of the stem is thickened before tapering to the head
where there is a rounded, pierced terminal. Small notches are cut
into the rear edge of the stem.
Dimensions: L.105mm
5.
Early 12th century
The upper part of the stem is triangular and at the head there is
a looped terminal.
Dimensions: L.124mm
Bibliography
:
Ottaway,
P. and Rogers, N.S.H., 2002. Craft, Industry and Everyday Life:
Finds from Medieval York, The Archaeology of York 17/15
Location and accession details
:
York
Archaeological Trust 1976-81.7, 1. sf3265, 2. sf3493, 3. sf3549, 4.
sf4047, 5. sf4873
(Photo:
S. I. Hill © York Archaeological Trust
Drawing:
S. Chew © York Archaeological Trust)
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