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Padlock
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From Old Town Jail, Aberdeen
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This iron padlock is from the old town jail of Aberdeen. It dates from the 18th century.
The square, riveted padlock for a single key has a hinged loop.
A new prison was opened in Aberdeen in 1891, away from the crowded city centre.
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- Online ID: 000-100-002-488-C
- Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
- Project:
National Museums Scotland
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- Date: 18th century
- Material:
- Dimensions: 285 mm L x 145 mm W
- What:
- Subject: Locks, keys, etc. (NMAS Classification)
- Who:
- Where: Scotland, Aberdeenshire, Aberdeen
- Event:
- Description: Padlock from the old jail at Aberdeen
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