Artifact Colonial

Skeleton key

Pre-1800

Skeleton key — Colonial Artifact found at Island General, Oak Island, Nova Scotia. Dated: Pre-1800
Skeleton key — Pre-1800
Photo: The HISTORY Channel
Location Oak Island
Discovered Season 5, Ep. 12
Date Range 1600 AD – 1800 AD
Category Artifact
Era Colonial

About This Artifact

Shown by Tom Nolan; links to keyhole plate and chest hinge

Historical Context

Tom Nolan

Where It Was Found

Found at Oak Island.

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