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Functional object - Old Ararat Gaol - Set of Seven Gaol Keys

  • Seven metals keys of various shapes on a ring

    Old Ararat Gaol - Seven Watch House Keys

  • Closer View of keyring

    Old Ararat Gaol - Closer View of keyring

  • Square tip metal watch house key

    Key 1 - Gaol keys (L-R)

  • Polished metal watch house key with bow and three prong tip.

    Key 2 - Gaol keys (L-R)

  • Metal watch house key. Rusty and worn from use.

    Key 3 - Gaol keys (L-R)

  • Polished metal key with H A engraved on bow.

    Key 4 - Gaol keys (L-R)

  • Metal watch house key with bow and two prong tip.

    Key 5 - Gaol keys (L-R)

  • Metal key. Rust and scratches from wear and tear. 'J. Hubball' and 'Melbourne' engraved on bow.

    Key 6 - Gaol keys (L-R)

  • Brass metal key with rust and scratches.

    Key 7 - Gaol keys (L-R)

  • Seven metals keys of various shapes on a ring
  • Closer View of keyring
  • Square tip metal watch house key
  • Polished metal watch house key with bow and three prong tip.
  • Metal watch house key. Rusty and worn from use.
  • Polished metal key with H A engraved on bow.
  • Metal watch house key with bow and two prong tip.
  • Metal key. Rust and scratches from wear and tear. 'J. Hubball' and 'Melbourne' engraved on bow.
  • Brass metal key with rust and scratches.

Historical information

These watch house keys were used to secure the cell doors in an the Old Ararat Gaol. They are dated from the 19th century.

Significance

These keys are a good example of keys used by Victorian prisons in the 19th century.

Physical description

Large metal ring holding seven large keys to Gaol cell doors.

Inscriptions & markings

J. Hubball Melbourne

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