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Pair of Mid Century Cast Iron Candle Holders
Located in London, GB
Mid Century modern pair of cast iron taper candle holders in lovely vintage condition with no chips
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Iron

Flos 265 Small Black Wall Lamp in Steel and Brass by Paolo Rizzatto
By Flos, Paolo Rizzatto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
light. Painted steel adjustable arm and reflector. Chrome-plated brass reflector support. Cast iron
Category

20th Century Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Steel

Flos 265 Small White Wall Lamp in Steel and Brass by Paolo Rizzatto
By Flos, Paolo Rizzatto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
light. Painted steel adjustable arm and reflector. Chrome-plated brass reflector support. Cast iron
Category

20th Century Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Steel

Flos 265 Chromatica Wall/Ceiling Light in Steel and Brass by Paolo Rizzatto
By Flos, Paolo Rizzatto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
. Cast iron tapered counterweight. Painted steel wall fixture. Additional Information: Material
Category

20th Century Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Steel

Cast Iron Decorative Firegrate
Located in London, GB
centre, the legs with tapering feet, panelling and hexagonal finials. The cast iron back with sun mask to
Category

Antique 19th Century English Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Decorative Firegrate
Cast Iron Decorative Firegrate
H 31.25 in W 19.63 in D 13 in
Antique Neoclassical Cast Brass Andirons with Tapered Fluted Columns, Circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
AFP0584 A pair of antique cast brass andirons having fluted tapered columns mounted with floral
Category

Antique Early 1900s Neoclassical Andirons

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

19th Centrury Cast Iron Fireplace Basket Grate
Located in London, GB
19th Centrury Cast Iron Fireplace Basket Grate. Original Late Georgian Antique Firegrate In Very
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century European Georgian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Georgian Style Cast Iron Firegrate
Located in London, GB
A polished cast iron fire grate in the Georgian style. The tapering legs with paterae, the beaded
Category

Antique 19th Century English Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Georgian Style Cast Iron Firegrate
Georgian Style Cast Iron Firegrate
H 26.88 in W 35.63 in D 18 in
Georgian Polished Cast Iron Firegrate
Located in London, GB
A Georgian polished cast iron firegrate. The pierced, serpentine fret surmounted by bowed front
Category

Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Georgian Polished Cast Iron Firegrate
Georgian Polished Cast Iron Firegrate
H 23.88 in W 29.38 in D 16.13 in
Tall Cast Iron Industrial Vessel
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A tall, steep-walled and finely rendered cast iron industrial planter of rectangular tapering form
Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Tall Cast Iron Industrial Vessel
Tall Cast Iron Industrial Vessel
H 8.5 in W 20 in D 10.5 in
19th Century Pair of Black Cast Iron Urns
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th century pair of black cast iron urns with baluster pillars and unusual cabbage leaf tops
Category

Antique 19th Century Irish Early Victorian Urns

Materials

Iron

19th Century Pair of Black Cast Iron Urns
19th Century Pair of Black Cast Iron Urns
H 46 in W 18.25 in D 18.25 in
Cast Bronze Andirons with Tapered Square Columns and Ball Finials, Circa 1920s
Located in New York, NY
AFP0607 A pair of antique cast bronze andirons in their original age-darkened finish, circa 1920s
Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Andirons

Materials

Wrought Iron, Bronze

English Brass, Polished Steel & Cast Iron Fire Grate
By Thomas Elsley
Located in London, GB
An English brass, polished steel & cast iron fire grate by Thomas Elsley. The railed serpentine
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Georgian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Brass, Steel, Iron

19th Century Georgian Scottish Carron Cast Iron Fireplace Insert
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A small 19th century Georgian Scottish Carron of Falkirk cast iron fireplace insert. An outer rim
Category

Antique 1820s Scottish Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Brass, Wrought & Cast Iron Fire Grate
By Thomas Elsley
Located in London, GB
A brass, wrought & cast iron fire grate in the Adam manner by Thomas Elsley. The railed serpentine
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Adam Style Fireplace Tools and Chimney...

Materials

Brass, Iron

Brass, Wrought & Cast Iron Fire Grate
Brass, Wrought & Cast Iron Fire Grate
H 34 in W 27.25 in D 16 in
1920s Patinated Cast Iron Industrial Table
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A beautiful, substantial and unusually refined industrial machinist's table in patinated cast iron
Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Iron

Large antique Victorian quality cast iron pot
Located in Ipswich, GB
Large antique Victorian quality cast iron pot having a shaped swing handle above a large circular
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Victorian Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Large antique Victorian quality cast iron pot
Large antique Victorian quality cast iron pot
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H 13.78 in W 11.03 in D 9.65 in
19th Century Tiled Cast-iron Fireplace Insert
Located in London, GB
19th Century Tiled Cast-iron Fireplace Insert. A Classic Example Of A Very Fine Victorian & English
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Spin Mini Candelabra in Cast Iron by Tom Dixon
By Tom Dixon
Located in New York, NY
produce infinite arrangements. Able to hold tea lights and taper candles with equal elegance, the cast
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Candelabras

Materials

Iron

Pair of Renaissance Style French 19th Century Cast Iron Andirons
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A most impressive pair of French 19th century Renaissance st. cast iron andirons. Each andiron is
Category

Antique 19th Century French Renaissance Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of Renaissance Period French 17th Century Cast Iron Andirons
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A most impressive and large-scale pair of French 17th century Renaissance period cast iron andirons
Category

Antique 17th Century French Renaissance Andirons

Materials

Iron

A Pair of White Cast Iron Urns with Bases, France c.1900
Located in Chicago, IL
A superb pair of antique French cast iron garden urn planters circa 1880. These elegant campana
Category

Early 20th Century French Urns

Materials

Iron

Victorian Brass And Cast Iron Fireplace Grate
Located in Essex, MA
With cast iron back with repaired crack above a grate and flanked by a brass reticulated surround
Category

Antique Late 18th Century English George III Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of Antique Cast Iron Columns, Mounted as Exterior Street Lamps
By Powerlite Devices Ltd
Located in Montreal, QC
A pair of imposing antique cast iron columns mounted as street lamps. Each Doric pillar fluted and
Category

Antique 1890s Canadian Neoclassical More Lighting

Materials

Iron

Regency Brass and Cast-Iron Fire Grate
Located in London, GB
A 20th century George III Regency brass and cast iron serpentine fire grate, with an ornate foliate
Category

Late 20th Century British Regency Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Brass, Iron

Console Entry Table Modern Tapered Legs Contemp Hand-Sculpted Carved Black Iron
By J.M. Szymanski
Located in Bronx, NY
of blackened and waxed steel. The legs are finely tapered and make this elegant console table stand
Category

2010s American Modern Console Tables

Materials

Steel, Cut Steel, Iron

Pair of English Victorian 19th Century Cast Iron Planters with Neoclassical Urns
Located in Atlanta, GA
sitting atop tapering pilasters. This exquisite pair of English Victorian period cast iron planters
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Large French Antique Cast iron Mortar with Pestle, Circa 1800
Located in Dallas, TX
A unique example of the traditional French pharmacy mortar, this cast iron version is from circa
Category

Antique Early 1800s French Decorative Bowls

Materials

Metal, Iron

Pair of Turn of the Century French Medici Urn Cast Iron Planters with Patina
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of French turn of the century cast iron Medici urn planters from the early 20th century
Category

Early 20th Century French Urns

Materials

Iron

Vintage Outdoor Stand French, Cast Iron, Planter, Stick, Art Nouveau, circa 1950
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage outdoor stand. A French, cast iron planter or stick stand with Art Nouveau taste
Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Nouveau Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Polished Cast Iron Fire Basket in the Baroque Style
Located in London, GB
A very large English firegrate in the Jacobean Baroque style. The protruding cast iron firedogs
Category

Antique 19th Century British Baroque Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

English Brass & Cast Iron Serpentine Foliage Engraved Gallery Coal Grate, C 1790
Located in Hollywood, SC
English brass and cast iron serpentine coal grate with a central gadrooned urn, bead work border
Category

Antique 1790s English George III Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Brass, Iron

19th Century Pair Of Arts & Craft Tiled Cast-Iron Fireplaces
By William Morris (English)
Located in London, GB
19th Century Pair Of Arts & Craft Tiled Cast-Iron Fireplaces. Fantastic Quality Pair Of Tapered
Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Arts and Crafts Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Painted Cast Iron and Marble Bistro Table from France, Early to Mid 1900s
Located in Dallas, TX
Produced in France during the early to mid-1900’s, this painted cast iron and marble bistro table
Category

Early 20th Century French Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Campana Form Garden Urns on Stands
Located in Rio Vista, CA
stands. The pair feature cast iron construction with neoclassical motifs and a dramatic black painted
Category

20th Century English Neoclassical Urns

Materials

Iron

Louis XVI Style Cast Iron Granite Topped Console Table
Located in Hudson, NY
, however the overall impression is that of a very solid and monumental piece of furniture. The cast iron
Category

20th Century Unknown Console Tables

Materials

Granite, Iron

Antique Cast Iron & Lacquered Brass Max Kohl Type Didactic Balance Device
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
cast iron base with a circular foot below a tapered post with a divot in the top in which the point of
Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Iron

Scandinavian Tapered Teak Floor Lamp
By Phillip Lloyd Powell
Located in Hanover, MA
. The base is also an unusual form made of black enameled cast iron...it is essentially round yet has
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

Dutch Pair of Rustic Dining Chairs in Stained Wood and Cast Iron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
the top end. The black lacquered cast iron backrest holds these splats together. Tapered wooden legs
Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Iron

19th Century Baroque Hooded Victorian Cast Iron and Brass Fire Grate Basket
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A handsome and substantial, late 19th century antique cast iron Baroque style hooded Victorian fire
Category

Antique 1890s English Baroque Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Set of Six Dutch Rustic Dining Chairs in Stained Wood and Cast Iron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
end. The black lacquered cast iron backrest holds these splats together. Tapered wooden legs
Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Iron

Large Antique Cast Iron Cauldron Pot Garden Planter Late 19th/Early 20th Century
Located in Bristol, GB
great effect. Made from cast iron it is heavy and sturdy with a wonderful patina naturally built up as
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Vintage Art Deco Display Vase, English, Cast Iron, Planter, Jardiniere, C.1930
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage Art Deco display vase. An English, cast iron planter or petite jardiniere, dating
Category

Early 20th Century British Vases

Materials

Iron

Pair of 1950s Cast Iron Club Chairs by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Wilton, CT
chair back tapers at an angle for added comfort. The perforated design of the back evokes imagery of
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Iron

Unusual Directoire Style Cast Iron, Aluminum and Stone Top Table
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Rare and elegant Directoire style round coffee table. The table is raised on tapered cast aluminum
Category

20th Century French Directoire Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Victorian Antique Iron Fire Brazier
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
range of techniques. While the back is cast in iron – as is typical of many antique fire baskets – the
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Fireplace Tools and Chimney ...

Materials

Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron

Victorian Antique Iron Fire Brazier
Victorian Antique Iron Fire Brazier
H 24.02 in W 23.23 in D 13.78 in
Antique Victorian Wrought Iron Fire Basket
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
impressive fire grate showcases polished brass finials on tapered legs and a shaped cast iron back. The
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Brass, Iron, Wrought Iron, Metal

Antique Victorian Wrought Iron Fire Basket
Antique Victorian Wrought Iron Fire Basket
H 27.37 in W 40.2 in D 22.05 in
Antique Victorian Wrought Iron Fire Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique Victorian wrought iron fire grate. Incorporating English brass, wrought and cast iron
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron

Antique Victorian Wrought Iron Fire Grate
Antique Victorian Wrought Iron Fire Grate
H 16.93 in W 33.86 in D 13.78 in
Art Deco Iron Vanity
Located in Essex, MA
top with tapered legs and cast metal stretcher.
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Vanities

Materials

Marble, Wrought Iron

Art Deco Iron Vanity
Art Deco Iron Vanity
H 67.5 in W 24 in D 10.75 in
Interesting and Early Pair of Rustic Wrought-Iron Chenets, Late 17th Century
Located in Dallas, TX
These each feature an adjustable vessel holder atop a tapering ringed standard, having lower and
Category

Antique 17th Century Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Iron Box
Located in Newark, England
Japanese Meiji Period Iron Box. The Box of slim rectangular form cast in iron and raised upon four tapered
Category

Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Silver, Enamel, Iron

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Iron Box
Antique Japanese Meiji Period Iron Box
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H 1.4 in W 3.35 in D 4.7 in
Danish Modern Atomic Age Iron Candleholder
By Dansk
Located in San Diego, CA
Multicandle holder circa 1950's, solid cast iron, take .5" diameter tapered candles very cool
Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Iron

Pair French 19th-20th Century Neoclassical Style Iron and Parcel-Gilt Torcheres
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Palatial Pair of French 19th/20th Century Neoclassical Revival Style Ebonized Cast-Iron and
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Neoclassical Revival Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron, Zinc

American Wrought Iron and Brass Ball Top Goose Neck Andirons, Circa 1830
Located in Hollywood, SC
American wrought iron and brass ball top goose neck andirons with decorative spiral rings, tapered
Category

Antique 1830s American American Empire Andirons

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Pair of Italian Silver over Bronze Urn Finial Wrought Iron Andirons, Circa 1830
Located in Hollywood, SC
Pair of Italian silver over bronze andirons with decorative urn finials, flanking tapered columns
Category

Antique 1830s Italian Neoclassical Andirons

Materials

Silver, Bronze, Wrought Iron

Arturo Pani Style Iron and Brass Round Dining Table
By Arturo Pani
Located in Hanover, MA
Vintage modernist five tapered leg round garden table made of patinated cast and forged iron with
Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron, Brass

Set of 3 Mid-Century American Black Vinyl and Cast Metal Bar Stools
Located in New York, NY
Set of 3 American Mid-Century Industrial bar stools with cast patinated metal bases, tapered
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Iron, Metal

Antique Sectional Umbrella Stand, English, Bronze, Iron, Hall Rack, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique sectional umbrella stand. An English, bronze and cast iron hall rack, dating to
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Umbrella Stands

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Heavy Pair Of Portico Tables, English, Iron, Statuary, Planter Stand, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of portico tables. An English, walnut and cast iron statuary or planter stand
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Planters, Cachepots and Jardi...

Materials

Iron

Wood Villiers Armoire Doors Design with 1300 Hand Applied Pieces, Iron & Slate
By Alfonso Marina
Located in Bosques de las Lomas, MX
doors, giving it its emblematic textured finish. Its distinct iron base has been cast in a mold to get
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Cabinets

Materials

Slate, Iron

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Cast Iron Tapers For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of cast iron tapers available for sale. The range of distinct cast iron tapers — often made from metal, iron and brass — can elevate any home. We have 117 antique and vintage cast iron tapers in-stock, while there are 5 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of cast iron tapers available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Cast iron tapers are generally popular furniture pieces, but Georgian, mid-century modern and neoclassical styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Cast iron tapers have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Flos, Paolo Rizzatto and Thomas Elsley are consistently popular.

How Much are Cast Iron Tapers?

Prices for cast iron tapers start at $175 and top out at $40,303 with the average selling for $4,975.
Questions About Cast Iron Tapers
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The difference between iron and cast iron comes down to content. Iron is generally pure iron, a chemical element that is a solid metal at room temperature. Cast iron is a mix of iron, carbon, silicon, manganese, sulfur, phosphorus and other elements. Both iron and cast iron can be used to produce furniture, cookware, decorative objects and other items. Generally, cast iron is heavier than iron. Shop an assortment of iron and cast iron pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Cast iron columns are vertical supports produced out of cast iron, a material made from iron and alloys with a carbon content of more than two percent. During the 19th century, cast iron columns were used in architecture. Today, they primarily function as decorative objects. Shop a range of cast iron columns on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The name of the person who invented cast iron is unknown. However, anthropologists and archaeologists have determined that the ancient Chinese were the first to develop it. The earliest known examples of cast iron date back to the 6th century B.C. Cast iron production didn't begin in Europe until the 14th century A.D. Shop a collection of cast iron furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Cast iron beds were made starting in the 1850s. These types of beds were handmade until World War I through the use of molds.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cast iron is frequently used for fireplaces due to its properties. The metal is highly durable, allowing it to hold up to the effects of frequent use. It also readily conducts heat to help warm up interiors. You'll find a variety of cast iron fireplaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Cast iron is often used for benches because of its characteristics. Its strength makes it well-suited to support the weight of two or more adults, and its hardness allows it to resist damage due to weather exposure. Shop a range of cast iron benches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Whether cast iron columns are hollow depends on the piece. Most cast iron columns are hollow due to the manner of crafting, but some are solid. On 1stDibs, find a selection of columns.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A cast iron fireplace insert is a firebox that fits into an existing fireplace surround. The insert is made of cast iron, a type of iron that is more than 2 percent carbon. Cast iron is highly durable and very resistant to the effects of heat. You'll find a selection of cast iron fireplace inserts on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Cast iron trivets are used for many things but are especially ideal for slow cooking meat. They can prop up food in Dutch ovens to prevent burning and increase heat distribution.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    Yes, you can generally use cast iron as a planter because the material is durable and sturdy. However, you may need to drill drainage holes in a cast iron piece that wasn't intended to function as a planter to allow excess water to exit the vessel. On 1stDibs, find a selection of cast iron planters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Yes, cast iron firebacks are quite sturdy and work really well. As they are made of solid iron, it's a challenge to move and place them. Given that, cast iron firebacks are the best protection for the back wall of the fireplace. Find a variety of firebacks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    To keep a piece made of cast iron from rusting, place it in a cool, dry space with good air circulation.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    How to hang a cast iron bell depends on the style. Some cast iron bells have loops at the top that you can hang from a hook anchored onto your desired mounting surface. Others have brackets or frames that you can secure with mounting screws. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron bells.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Cast iron is stronger than steel.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Cast iron doorstops originated in the late 18th century. Osbourn Dursey invented the first doorstop in 1878. Decorative cast iron stops became popular in the 1920s and remained so throughout World War II. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique cast iron doorstops.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, cast iron tables can rust. Pieces are more likely to develop rust when exposed to humidity, such as in bathrooms or outdoor living spaces in coastal areas. Wiping surfaces clean regularly and touching up scratches and chips can reduce the risk of rust. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Unlike cast iron, wrought iron is not brittle and will bend rather than break. Wrought ironwork is produced with a hammer and anvil and tends to be more intricate than cast ironwork, which is characterized by repetitive designs that can be carved into a wooden pattern and cast. 

  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether cast iron is good for outdoor furniture is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people prefer cast iron due to its strength, durability and timeless Old World charm. On 1stDibs, find a collection of cast iron outdoor furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    To tell if a cast iron doorstop is valuable, always look for original paint. Any that have been repainted or repaired will have diminished in value. You can also use online resources to try and research items, but the best way to find out if a cast iron doorstop is worth anything is to consult a certified appraiser. An experienced professional can evaluate the condition, determine the maker and research the piece to assign an approximate value. On 1stDibs, find a range of doorstops.