Found the other day

[Vikingblood]

Found this the other day about 6 inches down at this great old single home site that was demolished in the thirties. I think it's brass and its a lock.

 

[AC1955]

How large? Put a ruler or quarter next to it to see how large.

My guess, this maybe trunk hardware - a lock of sorts. Round holes are where it would screw onto the trunk. a lock would go through the loops in the center.

Just my opinion. Nice find btw!

Anita

 

[Vikingblood]

How large? Put a ruler or quarter next to it to see how large.

My guess, this maybe trunk hardware - a lock of sorts. Round holes are where it would screw onto the trunk. a lock would go through the loops in the center.

Just my opinion. Nice find btw!

Anita

Great info and thanks.

 

[Vikingblood]

 

[Vikingblood]

Here is some more pics.

 

[blademaker]

Looks like a cover plate for a lock. The two tabs were probably for a flap that covered the keyhole.