Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Objects Facet
3. Components (hierarchy name)
4. components (objects parts)
5. [components by general context]
6. hardware (components)
7. [hardware by form]
8. finish hardware (hardware)
9. [securing devices and securing device components]
10. securing devices
11. locks (securing devices)
12. [locks by form]

Anotations

Scope note:

Locks of various designs that are key operated or keyless letter-combination type, originating in China. When they are locked, the sliding bolt is trapped by the opening springs against the inner wall of the lock-body. They are often decorative objects as well as utilitarian.