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Antique Late 16th-early 17th Century Iron Lock C.1558-1603
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Antique Late 16th-early 17th Century Iron Lock C.1558-1603

16th century
Description

A handsome antique late 16th to early 17th century iron lock, circa 1558-1603.

The lock is of a good size, with all the delightful wear and patina you would want from a period piece. Excellent workmanship throughout with fine engravings to the back.

Self-standing and displays beautifully.

Condition is good, commensurate with age and use.

Measures 24cm x 11.5cm x 3.5cm

Weighs 850 grams

Physical Dimensions
Height
24cm (9.45")
Width
11.5cm (4.53")
Depth
3.5cm (1.38")
Declaration

Folk and Fable Antiques has dated this Antique Wrought Iron Lock to the 16th Century.

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SA1239661
Description
A handsome antique late 16th to early 17th century iron lock, circa 1558-1603.
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The lock is of a good size, with all the delightful wear and patina you would want from a period piece.
Folk and Fable Antiques

Excellent workmanship throughout with fine engravings to the back.

Self-standing and displays beautifully.

Condition is good, commensurate with age and use.

Measures 24cm x 11.5cm x 3.5cm

Weighs 850 grams

Height
24cm (9.45")
Width
11.5cm (4.53")
Depth
3.5cm (1.38")
Date of Manufacture

Folk and Fable Antiques has dated this Antique Wrought Iron Lock to the 16th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1239661
Folk and Fable Antiques
Folk and Fable Antiques
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A hand-forged dark wrought iron lock plate featuring a trefoil crest, projecting key pipe, and surface oxidisation.
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Archive I A hand-forged dark wrought iron lock plate featuring a trefoil crest, projecting key pipe, and surface oxidisation.

Antique Late 16th-early 17th Century Iron Lock C.1558-1603

Archive II A hand-forged dark wrought iron lock plate featuring a trefoil crest, projecting key pipe, and surface oxidisation. View II
Archive III A hand-forged dark wrought iron lock plate featuring a trefoil crest, projecting key pipe, and surface oxidisation. View III
Archive IV A hand-forged dark wrought iron lock plate featuring a trefoil crest, projecting key pipe, and surface oxidisation. View IV
Archive V A hand-forged dark wrought iron lock plate featuring a trefoil crest, projecting key pipe, and surface oxidisation. View V
Archive VI A hand-forged dark wrought iron lock plate featuring a trefoil crest, projecting key pipe, and surface oxidisation. View VI
Archive VII A hand-forged dark wrought iron lock plate featuring a trefoil crest, projecting key pipe, and surface oxidisation. View VII
Archive VIII A hand-forged dark wrought iron lock plate featuring a trefoil crest, projecting key pipe, and surface oxidisation. View VIII
Archive IX A hand-forged dark wrought iron lock plate featuring a trefoil crest, projecting key pipe, and surface oxidisation. View IX
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Telephone 07788 216610
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North Devon
United Kingdom
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A hand-forged dark wrought iron lock plate featuring a trefoil crest, projecting key pipe, and surface oxidisation.
Antique Late 16th-Early 17th Century Iron Lock c.1558-1603
Ref: SA1239661
A hand-forged dark wrought iron lock plate featuring a trefoil crest, projecting key pipe, and surface oxidisation.
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  • ObjectLock Plates
  • Period16th century
  • StyleElizabethan
  • MaterialWrought Iron
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsTrefoil cresting, Hand-forged rivets, Projecting key barrel, L-shaped base plate
  • SizeH 24 cm (9 in) x W 11.5 cm (5 in) x D 3.5 cm (1 in)

This Elizabethan wrought iron lock plate dates from the late 16th to early 17th century, specifically between 1558 and 1603. The dark brown piece displays distinct period details including trefoil cresting at the top, hand-forged rivets scattered across the surface, a projecting key barrel angled upwards near the centre, and an L-shaped base plate. Heavy oxidation, pitting, and rough surface textures cover the ironwork, alongside a small hole near the upper finial and lateral fixing apertures. The lock plate measures 24 cm high, 11.5 cm wide, and 3.5 cm deep. It stands upright on its own base for display on a shelf, mantelpiece, or desk within a study or living area.

FAQs

Iron locks from the Elizabethan and Jacobean eras were individually hand-forged by blacksmiths to secure coffer chests, entry doors, and cabinets. They feature hand-cut metal plates, raised key barrels, and decorative crests such as trefoils or fleur-de-lis motifs.

These locks were crafted from wrought iron using traditional blacksmithing techniques, including hand-hammering, chiselling, and riveting. Key components, such as the internal wards and key pipe, were fitted manually without modern standardized machine threads.

Authentic period ironwork displays slight surface irregularities, visible hammer marks, and hand-cut edges. Original pieces exhibit age-consistent surface oxidisation and hand-hammered rivets rather than uniform modern machine fasteners.

Early ironwork can be displayed on a bespoke metal stand, mounted inside a glass shadow box frame, or integrated directly into custom period-style cabinetry and timber doors.

To prevent active corrosion, store iron fittings in a dry, humidity-controlled environment. Dust gently with a soft brush and apply a thin coating of neutral microcrystalline wax to protect the surface patina without using abrasive rust-removal chemicals.
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