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Jamb locks

Scope note

Prison-type locks designed to be built into the masonry of the door jamb, the bolt when locked being projected from the jamb and engaging with the door. STEIN

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300033433

Broader Terms used

prison locks

Term used for

locks, jamb

Equivalent Terms used

jamb lock

Created

13yrs ago

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