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Locks And Keys As Found Security Objects
Often used to protect value and impart security. Locks and keys have existed since as early as 4,000 years ago in Egypt. It is also said that key was invented by Theodore of Samos in the 6th century BC. [from wikipedia]
Keys Locks On Art Locks Padlocks Weak Locks
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Keys, As Part of Locks

The tool used to open a non-combinational lock.Keys appear in various symbols and coats of arms, the most well-knownbeing that of the Vatican - derived from the story of Saint Peter, thefirst Pope, being given the Keys of Heaven.[from wikipedia]

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Locks, And Keyways

Often used to protect value and impart security.Wooden locks and keys were in use as early as 4,000 years ago in Assyria.[from wikipedia]

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Locks On Art, A lock As Part Of A Mural

Though the definition of what constitutes art is disputed and has changed over time, general descriptions mention an idea of imaginative or technical skill stemming from human agency and creation.[from wikipedia]

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Padlocks, As A Form of Lock

Padlocks are portable locks with a shackle that may be passed through an opening (such as a chain link, or hasp staple) to prevent use, theft, vandalism or harm.[from wikipedia]

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Weak Locks, Fail To Secure Things Of Value

Items like a rope, string, wire, cable, chain, or plastic wrap may be used to mechanically join objects; but are not generally categorized as fasteners because they have additional common uses. Likewise, hinges and springs may join objects together, but are ordinarily not considered fasteners because their primary purpose is to allow articulation rather than rigid affixment.[from wikipedia]


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