Iron? steel? with brass shank

CarrieAnne

I was given a key to wear on a necklace and is a token of affection. I scoured the images on the web to find a similar one and have had no luck. This would be my very first attempt at researching a key. The bow is simple, the shank is brass covered I think, and I am almost positive it is not a skeleton key. The shank is a barrel shank. I am particularly drawn to the two different metals of this key. I rather like the combination. I was wondering if anyone could help give me general information on what this key may or may not have been used for and maybe time period.

It came out of a property somewhere in Rhode Island that was being cleaned out. There are no maker markings on this key.

Any assistance would be greatly admired.

Thanks

Arcade Al

The sleeve is probably a repair, rather than decoration?

Dean Nickel

The brass might be a bushing to cam against wood.

Mickthepick

Hi CarrieAnne,
If you know a friendly dentist, they could X-Ray the key for you.
This would prove if the brass sleeve is a repair :o:
Otherwise, I’m not sure if ultrasound would work?
Good luck in your endeavours 🙁nod):
Mickthepick.

Mickthepick

CarrieAnne

Sorry Mike,

My take is that there really are no truly friendly dentists.

Thank you for the input everyone