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Cylinder locks

Scope note

Locks in which the keyhole and tumbler mechanism are contained in a cylinder or escutcheon separate from the lock case. MEANS

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300033415

Broader Terms used

<locks by form>

Term used for

locks, cylinder

Equivalent Terms used

cylinder lock

Created

13yrs ago

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