Common-law lien
Black's Law Dictionary · Henry Campbell Black, M.A. · 1910
Black's Law Dictionary
One known to or granted by the common law, as distinguished from statutory, equitable, and maritime liens; also one arising by implication of law, as distinguished from one created by the agreement of the parties.
The Menominie (D. C.) 36 Fed. 197 ; Tobacco Warehouse Co. v. Trustee, 117 Ky. 478. 78 S W. 413, 64 L. R. A. 2l9.