Early Lock Mechanism — Recovered from Fort Stanwix, New York

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Historic Early Gate Lock Mechanism 

From Fort Stanwix, New York 

 

An awesome and intriguing early blacksmith made iron and brass lock mechanism one securing a gate from Fort Stanwix, located in Rome, New York—a site steeped in both Revolutionary War and early military frontier history. The piece retains its original iron faceplate, brass escutcheon keyhole, and portions of the wooden mounting frame, all exhibiting a dark, aged patina consistent with its 270+ years of age. 

Fort Stanwix, originally built by the British in 1758 and later reconstructed by American forces, played a pivotal role in defending the Mohawk Valley during the Revolutionary War, notably withstanding the Siege of 1777.  The Fort had layered use across the 18th and early 19th centuries, making a connection to that frontier post. 

The wooden frame bears a hand painted provenance: “Ft. Stanwix / N.Y.” 

 A fascinating artifact from one of New York’s most historic frontier fortifications, offering collectors a direct link to the material culture of early American defense and one heck of a cool display!

 

Inventory Number: MIS 319

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The Early Lock Mechanism — Recovered from Fort Stanwix, New York, is a weathered wood and metal lock plate labeled "FT. STANWIX" at the top and "N.Y." at the bottom, with a prominent keyhole at the center.
A rectangular, weathered wooden lock plate with an early lock mechanism and large keyhole. "Ft. Stanwix" and "N.Y." are written in white. Product: Early Lock Mechanism — Recovered from Fort Stanwix, New York.
A rectangular piece of old wood with a keyhole, part of the Early Lock Mechanism — Recovered from Fort Stanwix, New York.
Close-up of a brass keyhole in worn wood, showing age and scratches—an Early Lock Mechanism recovered from Fort Stanwix, New York.
A close-up of the Early Lock Mechanism — Recovered from Fort Stanwix, New York, featuring an ornate brass escutcheon and keyhole on aged wood marked “N.Y.” in white paint.
Early Lock Mechanism—Recovered from Fort Stanwix, New York; a weathered rectangular wooden piece with a metal plate, keyhole, and "FT. STANWIX" and "N.Y." in white paint.
Early Lock Mechanism — Recovered from Fort Stanwix, New York. Rectangular wood piece with dark metal plate, brass keyhole, and visible screws; edges marked “FT. STANWIX” and “N.Y.”.
A close-up of the top edge of an Early Lock Mechanism — Recovered from Fort Stanwix, New York, showing a worn wooden block with a metal hinge, two screws, and early locking components.

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