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Early 20th Century French Wood Box
Located in Burton, TX
mechansism. The hinge locking mechanism looks to be added at a later date. Once used as a shipping crate, the
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Early 20th Century French Antique Lock Mechanism

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Wood

Tramp Art Box, Large Scale and Unusual Form. Circa 1900
Located in Stamford, CT
reveal an interior with till box. It even has a clever simple locking mechanism. This piece is both a
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Antique Lock Mechanism

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Wood

Biedermeier Faux Burlwood Painted Chest of Drawers
Located in Hastings, GB
internal lock mechanisms have been previously removed, bumps, knocks and losses to areas of the bun feet
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1830s English Biedermeier Antique Lock Mechanism

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Pine

Antique 18th Century Spanish Leather Trunk with Decorative Nailhead Detailing
Located in Madrid, ES
star shape. The functioning lock mechanism (key included), hasp and side carry handles are original and
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18th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Antique Lock Mechanism

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Wrought Iron

2 Pair Reclaimed Distressed French Paneled Cupboard Doors
Located in Mckinney, TX
side natural wood Original locking mechanisms and keys are present; no other hardware is present
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19th Century French Antique Lock Mechanism

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Fir

French Platinum and Diamond Bee Brooch Clip
Located in Hummelstown, PA
magnification Metal: Body is platinum, clip and locking mechanism are 18K white gold Measurements: 1" long x 5
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Lock Mechanism

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Trunk Steamer Overseas Travel Leather Nickel USA Original Interior 82cm 32" long
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
exposed straps, handles and chrome hardware stamped USA with internal locking mechanism and ring for
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Lock Mechanism

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Nickel

Irish Geo II Plum Pudding Mahogany Tilt and Turn Tripod Tea Table, c1750
Located in valatie, NY
. The top sits on the original rotating birdcage and retains the original brass locking mechanism. The
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Mid-18th Century Irish Antique Lock Mechanism

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Mahogany

Antique George III Sterling Silver Locking Tea Caddy by Henry Chawner
By Henry Chawner
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
key 11.6cm/4.6" Height 13.5cm/5.3" Weight 11.3 troy ounces/351g (including locking mechanism
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1780s British George III Antique Lock Mechanism

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Early Americana Painted Wood Monogrammed Trunk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
steel embellishments (brass nailheads with hand-hammered steel handles / hinges / locking mechanism
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18th Century American Primitive Antique Lock Mechanism

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Brass, Steel

19th Century Japanese Merchant s Money Box Original Marks
Located in Somis, CA
is heavy and substantial, solidly constructed and reinforced with iron nails and a large iron lock
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19th Century Japanese Antique Lock Mechanism

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Iron

Antique Arts Crafts 14k Gold Garnet Pearl Textured 3D Foliage Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
rotating lock mechanism for secured and safe wear as a brooch and can also be worn as a pendant with the
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Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Antique Lock Mechanism

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Garnet, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Late 19th Century Walnut and Hand Forged Iron Storage Box
Located in Burton, TX
three original locking mechanisms. Each of the three locks have a sliding mechanism to lock and unlock
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Late 19th Century North American Antique Lock Mechanism

Materials

Iron

Unique 19th Century English Tantalus Set-Petite Size
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, including decorative corner brackets and a handle on top. It also features a lock mechanism (and original
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Early 1800s Late Victorian Antique Lock Mechanism

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Art Deco Burma Ruby Diamond Bracelet
Located in San Francisco, CA
grams and fastens with a secure locking mechanism with additional flip safety. A gorgeous piece of
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Lock Mechanism

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

19th Century French Napoleon III Carved Child Armchair with Tray and Potty Hole
Located in Dallas, TX
own, not only does it have a lock mechanism feeding tray to keep the baby still while eating, it also
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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Lock Mechanism

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Leather, Mahogany

A mid Victorian mahogany framed ottoman
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
, influenced the development and security aspects of hinges and locking mechanisms of the time. His success in
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Lock Mechanism

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Leather, Mahogany

Antique Basket Chest in Wicker and Wrought Iron
Located in Meer, VAN
basket chest in wicker and wrought iron. Beautifully aged. Great simple design with a primitive lock
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19th Century Primitive Antique Lock Mechanism

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Wicker

Antique French Formed Walnut Bombay Shaped Vitrine Cabinet with Bronze Mounts
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
complete with the original key and the locking mechanism works as intended.
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Lock Mechanism

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Bronze

18th Century German Baroque Pearwood Armoire West Palatinate
Located in Kleinfischlingen, DE
bolt locking mechanism (Schubstangenriegel) and the piece retains its original lock, key, and ornate
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Late 18th Century German Baroque Antique Lock Mechanism

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Pearwood

Circa 1650 Sheet Iron Money Chest from Southern Germany with Wooden Stand
Located in Dallas, TX
. These chests usually featured complicated locking mechanisms (visible on the underside of the lid) with
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Mid-17th Century German Baroque Antique Lock Mechanism

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Iron

1890 Victorian Enamel 18k Yellow Gold Scarf Clip
Located in Lexington, KY
clasp is very secure with minimal wiggle room and the locking mechanism has a positive click when
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1890s American Victorian Antique Lock Mechanism

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

19th Century French Poplar Iron Brass and Leather Travel Trunk Jewelry Box
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dallas, TX
and wood straps all around, and a leather handle at the top. The lock mechanism on the front with the
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Late 19th Century French Antique Lock Mechanism

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Brass, Iron

Antique Victorian Silver Plated 3 Bottle Tantalus by Hobbs Co 19th Century
Located in London, GB
circa 1870 in date. It features a unique 'Hold Fast' patented locking mechanism that slides across to
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1870s English Victorian Antique Lock Mechanism

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Silver

Antique Scandinavian Round Storage Box “Tejne” Decorated Pine, Late 19th Century
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
other things. The lid is attached to the box with a special locking mechanism so you can use the
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Late 19th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Antique Lock Mechanism

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Wood

Regence Period Walnut Bombé Commode, Early 18th Century
Located in valatie, NY
mechanism with integrated keys and pulls. When the pulls are turned the drawers lock. The scrolled apron has
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Early 18th Century French Régence Antique Lock Mechanism

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Walnut

R J Horner Bird s Eye Maple and Faux Bamboo Chiffonier
By R.J. Horner Co.
Located in Bradenton, FL
unique side-locking mechanism that secures the drawer contents. Skeleton key is included.
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Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Antique Lock Mechanism

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Faux Bamboo, Birdseye Maple

Antique Handmade Wood Money Box with Hardware from 19th Century, China
Located in Yonkers, NY
metal ring pull. Above sits a metal handle that doubles as a locking mechanism. Round detail cut outs
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19th Century Chinese Antique Lock Mechanism

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Brass

Very Fine English Burl Walnut Tantalus with Two Cut Glass Decanters
Located in San Francisco, CA
case with 2 brass carry handles and an unusual locking mechanism which moves 90 degrees to allow access
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Lock Mechanism

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Cut Glass, Walnut, Burl

A Very Good Louis XV Period Panelled Buffet Bas in Oak, France Circa 1740
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
ormolu escutcheon fronting a functioning lock mechanism key. Raised overall on cabriole front
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Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Lock Mechanism

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Brass

Antique American Chippendale Mahogany Tilt-Top Table Candlestand Philadelphia
Located in Portland, OR
original hand cut steel locking mechanism, the table having a turned pedestal column with 'barley twist
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1770s American Chippendale Antique Lock Mechanism

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Mahogany

19th Century Italian Blue-Painted Cherrywood Wardrobe with Original Hardware
Located in Atlanta, GA
drawer and a full-length cremonese locking mechanism on the doors, both preserved and functioning. The
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19th Century Italian Antique Lock Mechanism

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Wood

19th C. Parquetry and Mahogany Cave À Liqueur, 6 Decorated Decanters, 2 Glasses
Located in Morristown, NJ
two liqueur glasses, one gilt decorated. The case, which has a locking mechanism (key not retained
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19th Century Austrian Early Victorian Antique Lock Mechanism

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Brass

19th C. French Pine Folding Six-Step Ladder with Locking Bar Mechanism
Located in Dallas, TX
hinged locking bar. The A-frame silhouette includes gently tapered legs and a subtly curved top platform
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Late 19th Century French Country Antique Lock Mechanism

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Pine

18th Century Fruitwood Continental Style Sideboard / Cabinet
Located in Tarry Town, NY
situated above two lower doors, each equipped with a brass locking mechanism, ensuring secure storage
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1760s American Empire Antique Lock Mechanism

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Brass

18th Century French Carved Oak Tabletop Tabernacle Curiosity Cabinet
Located in Forney, TX
right side row of drawers feature a concealed wooden locking mechanism with handles inside the niche
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18th Century French Baroque Antique Lock Mechanism

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Brass

Antique English Paper Mache Ladies Writing Box or Lap Desk with Japanned Finish
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
for pens and paper and the lock mechanism is intact, but there is no key.These lap desks were common
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Lock Mechanism

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Paper

19th Century Italian Iron Safe / Cassaforte / Side Table / Nightstand
Located in Viterbo, VT
keyhole to open the safe. The internal locking mechanisms and key must are still original and work
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Early 19th Century Italian Empire Antique Lock Mechanism

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Wrought Iron

Very Rare Antique Armada Box or Strongbox in Iron Early 17th Century
Located in Meer, VAN
- especially this smaller size. This chest features a working 11 bolt lock mechanism, with a most unique hand
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17th Century European Medieval Antique Lock Mechanism

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Iron

16th Wrought Iron Safe, Renaissance Style, for Donations or Cash Chest
Located in Marbella, ES
floral motifs barely visible through the wear, a true testament to its age. The front locking mechanism
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16th Century Spanish Antique Lock Mechanism

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Iron

Antique English William IV Cuban Mahogany Two Door Bookcase with Writing Drawer
Located in Glasgow, GB
self locking mechanism for the left doors. In good condition, of elegant proportions and with a
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19th Century English William IV Antique Lock Mechanism

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Brass

Rustic Swedish Cabinet in Blue
Located in Dekalb, IL
large keyhole with locking mechanism, but the keys are not included and it is unknown if the lock is
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1830s Unknown Antique Lock Mechanism

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Wood

Antique Iron Spring Action Flower Secateurs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
admirable timeworn patina. The locking mechanism is gone and the Secateurs require a tie to keep them closed
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Early 20th Century Industrial Antique Lock Mechanism

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Iron

Antique Tilt Top Georgian Regency Mahogany Pedestal Breakfast Dining Table 1810
Located in Portland, OR
locks onto the pedestal with a brass locking mechanism, the table opens and locks into place with ease
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1810s English Regency Antique Lock Mechanism

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Brass

19th Century Italian Iron Safe / Side Table / Nightstand
Located in Viterbo, VT
the keyhole to open the safe. Although the internal locking mechanisms is still intact and original
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Early 19th Century Italian Empire Antique Lock Mechanism

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Iron

Early 20th Century Hand Crafted Mechanical Mallard Decoy
Located in Nantucket, MA
hollowed out section in the bottom holding the hinge and spring lock mechanism which allows the head to be
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Early 20th Century American Sporting Art Antique Lock Mechanism

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Wood

14k Yellow Gold Diamond Pearl Brooch/Watch Holder
By Non Branded
Located in Lexington, KY
pin with a sturdy locking mechanism that is in excellent condition, as well as a watch holder pin. If
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1890s Art Nouveau Antique Lock Mechanism

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Buffet
Located in Burton, TX
newer latch and working locking mechanism were installed on the two doors at some point in its lifetime
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Lock Mechanism

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Walnut

19th Century Louis Philippe Mahogany Desk
Located in Winter Park, FL
and solid mahogany turned legs. This desk has a locking mechanism in working condition with one key
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Early 19th Century European Louis Philippe Antique Lock Mechanism

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Leather, Mahogany

Art Deco Jade Onyx Platinum Diamonds Jabot Brooch Pin Cellini NYC, 1925
By Cellini
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
brooch has a simple lock mechanism, the bigger part must be turned to a side to be released a simple and
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Lock Mechanism

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Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Platinum

Late Empire French Walnut Chest of Drawers with Bronze Handles
Located in Prato, Tuscany
from the Apuan Alps Italy), the lock mechanism and the key are original. During the Restoration period
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Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Lock Mechanism

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Marble, Bronze

Unusual 18th Century French Boulle Brass Inlaid Snuff Box w/ Candleholder
Located in Atlanta, GA
discreet hinges and a simple locking mechanism, highlights the meticulous attention to detail typical of
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18th Century French Napoleon III Antique Lock Mechanism

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Louis XVI Style Bronze Mounted Game Table By Paul Sormani
By Paul Sormani
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
a sophisticated lock release system bearing Paul Sormani's own signature. This signed lock mechanism
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Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Lock Mechanism

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Berlin Iron, Bronze

French 1700 s Stage Coach Messenger Box with Horse Hair and Iron
Located in Louisville, KY
locking mechanism has a hanging piece that covers the key hole. The piece opens and closes, but there is
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Early 18th Century French George II Antique Lock Mechanism

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Bronze, Iron

Antique Victorian Traveling Desk With Ebony and Mother-of-Pearl Banding
Located in Morristown, NJ
shrinkage with some of the inlay missing. The key is not retained and the lock mechanism is engaged
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1880s English Victorian Antique Lock Mechanism

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Mother-of-Pearl, Birdseye Maple, Ebony

17th Century Italian Patinated Pine Four Door Cabinet
Located in Burton, TX
retain their original functioning locking mechanism and keys. Presented as found, this cabinet retains
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17th Century Italian Antique Lock Mechanism

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Iron

Pair Grand 18th Century Country French Walnut Doors ~ Plaquards
Located in Dallas, TX
top. Unmistakably French in design, the doors open wide to reveal the original locking mechanism on
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Late 18th Century French French Provincial Antique Lock Mechanism

Materials

Steel

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Antique Lock Mechanism For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique lock mechanism you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and brass, every antique lock mechanism was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without an antique lock mechanism — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique lock mechanism is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Victorian, Georgian and Regency styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one antique lock mechanism that is appealing in its simplicity, but Aubusson Manufacture, Charles Aldridge Henry Green and Cooper Brothers Sons produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Lock Mechanism?

Prices for an antique lock mechanism can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $409 and can go as high as $158,484, while the average can fetch as much as $4,880.