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Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian era Greek Key White Enamel Round Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
front of the locket is adorned with intricate white enamel Greek key detail, adding a touch of elegance
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Keys

Materials

15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

16th Century Oil Painting , Four Doctors of the Church, manner of Willem Key
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Manner of Willem Key (Dutch, 1515 - 1568) Four Doctors of the Church (The Annunciation) Oil on
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16th Century Dutch Renaissance Antique Keys

Materials

Canvas

ANTIQUE ORNATELY CARVED BRiTISH COLONIAL BURMESE DRINKS CABINET BAR WITH KEY
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
circa 1910 British Colonial Burmese ornately carved Rosewood drinks cabinet with original key Please
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1910s Burmese Edwardian Antique Keys

Materials

Hardwood

Detailed Engraving Highlighting Key Regions of Southern Spain and Castile, 1752
Located in Langweer, NL
depiction of southern Spain and Castile, including key regions such as *La Castille Vieille*, *Estremadure
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Mid-18th Century Antique Keys

Materials

Paper

Jan Huygen van Linschoten’s ‘Itinerario’, ‘The Key to the East’
By Jan Huygen van Linschoten
Located in Langweer, NL
Rare and complete English edition of Van Linschoten's 'Itinerario'. The Itinerario is one of the most important early travel books, apparently used by ships sailing to India from Hol...
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16th Century Antique Keys

Materials

Paper

18th Century Spanish Leather and Brass Nailhead Domed Trunk with Original Key
Located in Dallas, TX
storing valuables or personal effects. Original iron hardware, including strap hinges, lockplate, and key
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Late 18th Century Spanish Gothic Antique Keys

Materials

Brass

18ct Gold Victorian Engraved Pocket Watch Key Pendant with Amethyst Coloured Fob
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Watch Key 18ct Gold Circa 1880 * THE GOLD CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY Discover the
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Keys

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Print of the Delivery of the Keys by Knight, 1835
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Christ delivering the keys to St. Peter'. Old print of the delivery of the
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19th Century Antique Keys

Materials

Paper

Antique Edwardian Platinum Gold .40ct Diamond Greek Key Filigree Drop Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (18) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old European & Old Single Cut - Pave & Bezel Set - H-J Color - SI1-I1 Clarity - 0.40ctw (approx.) Material: Solid Platinum Top w/ 14k ...
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1910s Edwardian Antique Keys

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

A Chinese Brass Double Fish Shaped Lock with Key, Early 20th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Chinese Brass Double Fish Shaped Lock with Key, Early 20th Century Provenance: Private
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Keys

Materials

Brass

Jewelry Boxes or Wooden Box with Key, Restauration Period 19th, France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
compartment on the top to hide the key or a precious jewel. Very nice box Beautiful decorative object Louis
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Mid-19th Century French Restauration Antique Keys

Materials

Wood

19th century gold Watch-Key with each side a different stone
Located in Delft, NL
19th century gold Watch-Key with each side a different stone A watch-key, gold with each side a
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Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Keys

Materials

Gold

Antique C. Lacroix Fils Genève 18K Gold 43.9mm Swiss Lever Key-Wind Watch
By Lacroix
Located in Miami, FL
regulation—hallmarks of high-grade Geneva workshop production of the period. The movement is key-wind and
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1850s Swiss Antique Keys

Materials

18k Gold

English Victorian 19th Century Terracotta Horse Head with Greek Key Frieze
Located in Atlanta, GA
with Greek Key motifs. Created in England during the reign of Queen Victoria in the 19th century, this
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Keys

Materials

Terracotta

Keys, Iron Fitting and Lock Collection, Wrought Iron, 17th-19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Collection of keys with padlock. Wrought iron, 17th-19th centuries. Collection consisting of
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18th Century European Other Antique Keys

Materials

Wrought Iron

Tiffany Studios New York Greek Key Bronze Footed Charger Plate or Tray
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
Key design By Tiffany Studios (signed to the underside) New York, USA, Early 20th Century Measures
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Keys

Materials

Bronze

Authentic Ancient Roman Bronze Key and Gold Pendant on Coral Bead Necklace
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
Ancient Roman bronze key (3rd-4th century AD) and 22k yellow gold pendant on a coral and 18k yellow
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15th Century and Earlier American Contemporary Antique Keys

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Bronze, Yellow Gold, Gold

Map of Liverpool and Birkenhead by Bartholomew, circa 1880, with Key Buildings
Located in Langweer, NL
Map of Liverpool and Birkenhead by J. Bartholomew, circa 1880, with key buildings Detailed city
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1880s Antique Keys

Materials

Paper

19th Century Statuary and Connemara Marble Fireplace Greek Key, circa 1820
Located in Tyrone, Northern Ireland
Greek key pattern. The flanking square end-blocks are finely carved with neo-classical decoration, these
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19th Century Irish Georgian Antique Keys

Materials

Statuary Marble

The Key - Signed limited edition sensual fine art print, Contemporary photograph
By Geoff Halpin
Located in Sant Cugat del Vallès, Barcelona
The key - Signed limited edition monochrome pigment print - Edition of 5 Brighton, UK, 2002
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1880s Contemporary Antique Keys

Materials

Photographic Film, Archival Paper, Black and White, Giclée, Pigment, Arc...

Verge Crown Wheel Key Winding 18K Yellow Gold Ornate Pocket Watch
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Verge Crown Wheel Key Winding 18K Yellow Gold Ornate Pocket Watch Approx. 48 mm in diameter, 18 mm
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Keys

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

19th Century Bronze Hall Lantern with Greek Key and Flame Finial
Located in Richmond, VA
Incredible quality 19th century bronze neoclassical style hall lantern with Greek key motif border
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19th Century Unknown Antique Keys

Materials

Bronze

Booby Gannet /// Ornithology Bird Art John James Audubon Florida Keys Seascape
By John James Audubon
Located in Saint Augustine, FL
view of the Florida Keys is based on a drawing by George Lehman. The bird family Sulidae comprises
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1840s Victorian Antique Keys

Materials

Watercolor, Lithograph

19th Century Brass and Gold Watch-Key with Agate and Heliotrope
Located in Delft, NL
19th century brass and gold Watch-Key with each side a different stone in the shape of a heart
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Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Keys

Materials

Agate, Gold, Brass

Beautiful Chip Carving Key Hanger Board Antique German Folk Art, 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A lovely key hanger board made of hand carved wood, made in the black forest area in Germany. Found
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Early 1900s German Victorian Antique Keys

Materials

Metal

Antique 1825 English Watch Key Pendant Malachite Ball Silver Gilt Metal
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This beautiful watch key in the shape of an intense green malachite ball has been crafted in
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1820s British George V Antique Keys

Materials

Malachite, Silver, Gilt Metal

Pair of Sconces Made from Piano Keys from 19th Century, Belgium
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pair of whimsical sconces, crafted from the keys of a Belgian piano, offers a visually
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19th Century Belgian Late Victorian Antique Keys

Materials

Wood

Antique Pine China Cabinet, Arched Fan Glass Door, 2 Piece, Shelves, Greek Key
Located in Miami, FL
shelves. The cabinet is adorned with rosettes, Greek Key carvings, and a carved floral basket on the
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19th Century American Georgian Antique Keys

Materials

Glass, Pine

Antique 16th century Venetian Painted Gold Gilt Iron Strongbox with Original Key
Located in Doha, QA
key. Such systems were typically reserved for the highest echelons of society- aristocrats, cardinals
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16th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Keys

Materials

Gold, Iron

Antique Edwardian 9-Karat Yellow Gold Slide Watch Chain Necklace Key
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
ornate decoration and seed pear accents. The gold watch key is intricately decorated and accented with
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Late 19th Century English Edwardian Antique Keys

Materials

Gold

Antique English Porcelain Plate Hand-Painted with Greek Key Design Circa 1810
By Derby
Located in Katonah, NY
twelve-pointed golden star. It is surrounded by bands of red and gold, a golden Greek key motif, and a
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Early 19th Century Antique Keys

Materials

Porcelain

17th Century Spanish Baroque Carved Oak and Iron Chest With Original Key
Located in Stamford, CT
key and working lock. The front panel with chip carved surface, scalloped gardrooning surrounding
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Early 17th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Keys

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Pair of Petite Arts and Crafts Cast Iron Key Hole Andirons / Fire Dogs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
). Petite form with minimal, round 'key-hole' design suitable for smaller fireplaces. Very fine, vintage
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Late 19th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Keys

Materials

Iron

Round carved wooden box with its key - Beethoven profile medallion - 19th
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Louis XVI style carved wooden jewelry treasure box. The wood is carved in relief with foliage decoration all around, and the profile of Beethoven is very nicely and finely carved on ...
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19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Keys

Materials

Wood

Antique Sideboard With 4 Drawers Original Key Made In Birch From 1920s
Located in Lejre, DK
. Original key included Measurements in cm: H:129 W:160 D:54
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1920s Danish Rococo Antique Keys

Materials

Birch

Saint Jerome. Oil on slatted panel. Surroundings of KEY, Willem. 16th century.
Located in Madrid, ES
Saint Jerome. Oil on slatted panel. Surroundings of KEY, Willem. 16th century. With monogram
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16th Century European Renaissance Antique Keys

Materials

Other

Rare Vintage J.E. Stevens Jewel Bank Cast Iron Safe (With Key)
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Rare Vintage J.E. Stevens Jewel Bank Cast Iron Safe (With Key). Circa Early 20th Century
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Keys

Materials

Iron

1720 Bird s-Eye View of Jerusalem with Historical Tombs and Key Landmarks
Located in Langweer, NL
Ville," it presents a detailed panorama based on De Bruyn's work, depicting 25 key sites within the city
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1720s Antique Keys

Materials

Paper

Antique English Victorian Steel and Brass Padlock with Key, Circa 1890 s.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Victorian Steel and Brass Padlock with Key, Circa 1890's.
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Keys

Materials

Brass, Steel

Victorian Decorative Brass Bound Burr Walnut Domed Tea Caddy Chest With Key
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Key With A Gold Swing Tag Base Interior Dimensions: Height: 8.3cm Width: 7.2cm Depth: 8.6cm A tea
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Keys

Materials

Brass

Antique Scandinavian Baroque Style Oak Sewing Box Small Chest with Key Mid 19th
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
with a still working hand forged iron lock with original key. The sides and front have a curved design
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Mid-19th Century Scandinavian Baroque Antique Keys

Materials

Metal

charming arts and crafts wall cabinet circa 1900 with its original key
Located in Mouscron, WHT
charming arts and crafts wall cabinet circa 1900 with its original key
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Early 1900s European Arts and Crafts Antique Keys

Materials

Metal

Period 18th Century Louis XVI Stone Mantel with Greek Key Motif
Located in London, GB
An attractive period 18th century Louis XVI stone fireplace. The fluted frieze with Greek key
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18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Keys

Materials

Stone

Antique 9K Yellow Gold Ornate Engraved Quartz Watch Key Fob or Pendant
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
karat yellow gold watch key. The fob is set with one shield shaped panel of quartz. The watch key fob
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Keys

Materials

Quartz, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Studios New York Greek Key Bronze Footed Charger Plate or Tray
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
Greek Key pattern By Tiffany Studios (signed to the underside) New York, USA, Early 20th Century
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Keys

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Brass and Gold Watch-Key with 2 different color Stones
Located in Delft, NL
19th Century Brass and Gold Watch-Key with 2 different color Stones 19th century brass and gold
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Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Keys

Materials

Gold, Brass

Gustavian Style 19th Century Painted Swedish Chests with Carved Greek Key Frieze
Located in Atlanta, GA
painted finish, carved Greek Key frieze, two drawers and tapered legs. Step into the epitome of 19th
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19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Keys

Materials

Wood

Antique Louis Philippe Style Black Wooden Wall Hanging Key Cabinet, ca 1890
Located in Barntrup, DE
Antique Louis Philippe style black wooden wall hanging key cabinet, ca 1890. An ornate wall-hanging
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Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Keys

Materials

Metal, Brass

19th Century French Polished Cast Iron Safe with Key and Two-Letter Combination
Located in Dallas, TX
door features two center brass wheels with alphabet letters. A two-letter combination activates the key
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Late 19th Century French Gothic Antique Keys

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique Gothic 16th C. Wrought Iron Safe Door with Three-Key Locking System
Located in Doha, QA
An exceptional and rare 16th century Gothic wrought iron safe door, featuring an advanced three-key
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16th Century Austrian Gothic Antique Keys

Materials

Wrought Iron

Italian early 1900s brown leather cardboard travel trunk with key, early 1900s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian early 1900s brown leather cardboard travel trunk with key, early 1900s Rectangular travel
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Keys

Materials

Metal

Tiffany Studios New York Bronze Doré Plate or Shallow Bowl With Greek Key Design
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period gilt bronze plate or shallow bowl with Greek Key design
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Keys

Materials

Bronze

Key Set 4 Gate Door Overall length 24cm, , 9.5" Diameter 10cm., 4"
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
An iron key ring with four massive keys Overall length 24cm,, 9.5" Diameter 10cm., 4" Each key
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19th Century English Antique Keys

Materials

Wrought Iron

19th Century Cabinet with Glass Door and Iron Key, Rustic Biedermeier
Located in Austin, TX
This handsome piece dates to the 19th century. It is most probably a Biedermeier display cabinet, characterized by its structured simple geometry, black wood, burled wood inlays, and...
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Late 19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Keys

Materials

Brass, Gold Leaf

Antique Glove Box, English, Oak, Keepsake, Reception Key Case, Georgian, C.1800
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique glove box. An English, oak lidded keepsake or reception key case, dating to the
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Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Keys

Materials

Oak

chandelier 5 arm branch ormolu brass neoclassical mask acanthus greek key
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
FINE, 19TH CENTURY, NEO-CLASSICAL, ORMOLU CHANDELIER, WITH 5 BRANCHES HEADED BY FEMALE MASKS, ELECTRIFIED, 31” high, 25” diameter - Injects classical elegance, grandeur and atmosphe...
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1810s English Neoclassical Antique Keys

Materials

Brass

Tiffany Studios New York Greek Key Bronze Desk Calendar or Stationary Holder
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique gilt bronze desk calendar holder or stationary holder featuring Greek key
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Keys

Materials

Bronze

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Antique Keys For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of antique keys for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and iron, all antique keys available were constructed with great care. Antique keys have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Victorian, Neoclassical and Louis XVI antique keys are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made antique keys over the years, but those made by Louis Vuitton, Choisy-le-Roi and Max Le Verrier are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Antique Keys?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,728, while they’re typically $45 on the low end and $135,000 highest priced.
Questions About Antique Keys
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