Record ID: LANCUM-9C5462
Object type: KEY (LOCKING)
Broad period: MODERN
County: Cumbria
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast copper alloy night latch key, probably dating from the 18th or 19th century. The key is complete and in a very good condition. It is slightly bent, probably from use on a heavy latch. The handle is oval-shaped with two mouldings beneath on the shank, while the bit is shield-shaped with a large single perforation that resembles a Maltese cross. On one side of the handle, at the top of the bow, are four deliberate notches, possibly a tactile aid for the use to align the key in the darkness. Night latch or slide keys have been known since the Roman time and there are numeous example…
Created on: Friday 7th September 2012
Last updated: Friday 7th September 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Melmerby', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-01DC94
Object type: KEY (LOCKING)
Broad period: MODERN
County: Cumbria
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast copper alloy night latch slide key dating from the modern period, i.e. c. AD 1700-1900.
Created on: Thursday 20th October 2011
Last updated: Thursday 27th October 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Kendal', grid reference and parish protected.