Door sneck of wrought iron

A sneck is a latch or bolt for a door. This ornamental example dates from the late 17th century. It is made from wrought iron.

The door sneck is cone shaped, with its edges cut with extravagant spirals.

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Online ID:	000-100-001-311-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0098: National Museums Scotland Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland H.MJ 160
Date:	Late 17th century
Material:	Wrought iron
Dimensions:	217 mm L x 116 mm W x 38 mm D
What:	Sneck, door
Subject:	Locks, keys, etc. (NMAS Classification)
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Description:	Ornamental door sneck of wrought iron
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