{"product_id":"vintage-skeleton-keys-lot-9-germany-jeco","title":"Vintage Skeleton Keys Lot of 9 Warded Keys Germany JECO","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis lot includes 9 assorted vintage and antique style skeleton keys in several sizes, metals, finishes, and decorative handle designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI like the variety in this group. Some have simple oval or double loop bows, while others have more decorative openwork tops. The different finishes range from dark aged metal and gray metal to silver tone and brass tone. One of the larger keys is clearly marked GERMANY and JECO.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-memorabilia\" title=\"Assorted skeleton key lot\"\u003eAssorted skeleton key lot\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 keys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKey Types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional warded or lever lock style keys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mixed metals with iron, gray metal, silver tone, and brass tone finishes represented\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark:\u003c\/strong\u003e One key marked GERMANY and JECO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mix of plain oval, double loop, geometric, and decorative openwork bows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Age:\u003c\/strong\u003e Individual dates are not confirmed. Keys of these traditional forms were commonly used from the 18th through early 20th centuries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Old interior doors, furniture, cabinets, chests, and similar locks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 1.5 inches to over 4 inches long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe keys are in good working condition as noted by the seller. They show a wide range of honest age and use, including surface wear, scratches, darkening, oxidation, tarnish, finish loss, and discoloration. These changes suit an old key collection and give the group its varied appearance. No individual lock fit is guaranteed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkeleton keys are useful as both working hardware and small pieces of architectural history. Traditional warded and lever lock keys were made in many forms for doors, cabinets, furniture, trunks, and chests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis group works well for someone who wants variety rather than nine matching keys. The different bow shapes and finishes make the lot interesting to display together, while the GERMANY and JECO marked example gives the group one identifiable maker or origin clue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e∙[\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"reading Vintage shipping policy\"\u003ePhoto-verified condition\u003c\/a\u003e], no surprises\u003cbr\u003e∙Packed with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e∙Ships in 1 business day\u003cbr\u003e∙Free Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece, please review them carefully, as they are part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI do my best to capture colors accurately, but your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese pieces come from estate collections and have been surface cleaned. You may wish to perform additional cleaning depending on your preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"(https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/about-reading-vintage\" title=\"how creating vintage sources pieces\"\u003eHow Reading Vintage sources and grades every piece\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49142813131007,"sku":"F2-T12-3356","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/IMG_5256_a4079bc2-50cc-4084-9bc1-d81d5f62e295.jpg?v=1788458243","url":"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/products\/vintage-skeleton-keys-lot-9-germany-jeco","provider":"Reading Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}