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Jose’ Maria Verdugo is considered the first non-native settler in the area near Los Angeles, California, now called Glendale. With the introduction of the railroad and the increased traffic of the ports in the area, Glendale, California saw a sharp rise in both permanent and temporary settlers during the mid 1800’s.

Along with the rise in settlers came a rise in thefts and other crimes. These events ignited a desire in the settlers to protect property, especially when away from home. Such desire led to people purchasing locksets from local locksmiths.

Locksets with a skeleton key were the cheapest, and therefore the most common type of key used. They are often found on antique furniture, such as bureaus, and doors.

The terms master key and skeleton key are sometimes interchanged. While the two types are similar, they do have distinct differences. A master key has a short shaft and blank bit, while a skeleton key has a long shaft and simple bit.

When antique furniture is missing the original key, antique collectors usually find it easier to have a locksmith or Glendale antique dealer craft a key for the furniture than trying to find an original replacement key.

If the furniture or door has the original key, it may be worn and weathered. An antique key that is slightly worn or weathered may be able to be re-minted by a skills artisan or locksmith. This refinishes the key and returns it to as close to a new condition as possible.

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