Working Tested 19th Century Boston & Maine Railroad Switch Lock + Original Key

Description

Lock is original, with original key. Style is switch locking mechanism that has been tested and works perfectly.
Lock Condition Notes: Lock and key are near mint to mint - Lock features one slight area of rub on reverse side, name stamps on reverse is nearly complete with every letter visible either partially or completely. The RR name on obverse (front side) is strong and 100 percent visible. On reverse only the first letter of company name is warn in partial manner but the name is still visible and 99 percent bold without wear. As always we encourage interested parties to ask questions and to use photographs to judge the condition of this item!
Key Condition Notes:
Key is traditionally in the brass form. No imprint or defined name is present on key but this key is the authentic key used with this lock and its in near mint condition to mint condition.This is absolutely gorgeous and we would conservatively place a grade on its condition of near mint. We encourage all interested parties to ask questions and review all provided material such as photographs in order to judge condition yourself!
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WORKING USED IN GREAT CONDITION - No bends or major blemishes, working perfectly, locks, unlocks and holds latched as it should. There is some slight sliding marks or heavier rub marks that travel vertically on the reverse surface of the lock.
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Antique 19th Century Hepburn & Company of Boston large cast iron switch key pad lock. Working and fully functional, tested in great shape with original "9" shaped curved brass key.
Lock measures roughly 4.5 inches please see photos for best idea of size and measurements.
Please see the photos provided and make a judgement on condition for yourself. Feel free to request more info or ask questions as needed.
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