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York,
16-22 Coppergate
Barrel padlocks
1.
Late 12th century
A complete padlock. One end-plate is recessed into the case and made
in one piece with the arm. The arm tip fits into an eye in a projection
made in one piece with the bolt. Plated with copper alloy.
Dimensions:
L.54, W.38mm
2.
12th - 13th century
Padlock bolt. It has two springs riveted to the base, the upper part
of one spring is split into two. The object is plated with copper
alloy.
D imensions:
L.67, W.35mm
3.
Late 12th century
Padlock case. There is a T-shaped key hole at one end. The case was
decorated with iron strips attached with the copper alloy plating
which covers the whole object.
Dimensions:
L.64, W.29mm
4.
Early 12th century
Padlock bolt. It has a closing plate above the springs and immediately
above the closing plate is a small loop. There are four springs attached
to the base of the bolt. The object is plated with copper alloy.
Dimensions:
L.85, W.37mm
Bibliography
:
Ottaway, P. and Rogers, N.S.H., 2002. Craft and Industry, and Everyday
Life : Finds from Medieval York, The Archaeology of York 17/15
Location and accession details
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York
Archaeological Trust 1976-81.7, 1. sf1714, 2. sf2015, 3. sf4425, 4.
sf4819
(Photo:
S. I. Hill © York Archaeological Trust)
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