Ford Model T Ignition Key, 1914-1920

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Artifact Overview

Inserting an ignition key, like the one shown here, was just one step in starting a pre-1920 Model T. Drivers had to make other adjustments and hand crank the engine to start the vehicle.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Ignition key

Date Made

1914-1920

Location

at Henry Ford Museum in Driving America

Object ID

2010.91.1

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Glenn D. Miller.

Material

Metal

Dimensions

Height: 1 in
Length: 2.25 in
Thickness: 0.063 in

Ford Model T Ignition Key, 1914-1920