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Victorian Gunmetal Double Skeleton Key Fob Pendant with Hidden Tools
Victorian Gunmetal Double Skeleton Key Fob Pendant with Hidden Tools

Victorian Gunmetal Double Skeleton Key Fob Pendant with Hidden Tools

Located in Narberth, PA

contrast. Rather substantial in size, the piece is comprised of 2 old-fashioned skeleton key fobs, each

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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Mixed Metal

Verdura Gold Utility Knife and Key with Clock and Hidden Pencil
Verdura Gold Utility Knife and Key with Clock and Hidden Pencil

Verdura Gold Utility Knife and Key with Clock and Hidden Pencil

By Verdura

Located in New York City, NY

Rare and unusual 14K yellow gold utility tool by Verdura. It features a folding knife, a hidden

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Vintage 1940s More Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

14k Gold Key Pendant Necklace Pearls and Black Enamel
14k Gold Key Pendant Necklace Pearls and Black Enamel

14k Gold Key Pendant Necklace Pearls and Black Enamel

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

unlocking hidden potential. Some people wear key-shaped pieces to symbolize knowledge or a turning point in

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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Leather Case with Miniature Signed Berny d'Ouvillé
Leather Case with Miniature Signed Berny d'Ouvillé

Leather Case with Miniature Signed Berny d'Ouvillé

$6,910

H 3.55 in W 4.93 in D 0.6 in

Leather Case with Miniature Signed Berny d'Ouvillé

Located in Paris, FR

with a key hidden in the gold pen. This pen has a perpetual calendar and the citrine engraved with a

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Antique Early 1800s French Desk Accessories

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Rare Hidden Key Victorian 18k Ball Pendant
Rare Hidden Key Victorian 18k Ball Pendant

Rare Hidden Key Victorian 18k Ball Pendant

Located in Narberth, PA

A fabulous hidden key ball pendant from the Victorian (ca1880) era! This stylish piece is made of

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Victorian 1880's Hidden Key 14 Karat Yellow Gold Unisex Antique Signet Ring
Victorian 1880's Hidden Key 14 Karat Yellow Gold Unisex Antique Signet Ring

Victorian 1880's Hidden Key 14 Karat Yellow Gold Unisex Antique Signet Ring

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Signet style ring centers a high polish oval-shaped face Foldable hidden key originally used for a

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Antique 1880s Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Signet Ring with Hidden Key Attached
Antique Victorian Signet Ring with Hidden Key Attached

Antique Victorian Signet Ring with Hidden Key Attached

Located in Stamford, CT

A Victorian 15 Kt signet ring with an intricate crest is a simple oval shape and hides a key on the

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

15k Gold

Cartier Roadster 2510
Cartier Roadster 2510

Cartier Roadster 2510

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H 1.74 in W 1.46 in

Cartier Roadster 2510

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

hidden clasp. Key Features: Brand: Cartier Model: Roadster Reference: 2510 Movement: Automatic Case Size

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Yellow Gold Key Pendant w/ Benrus Watch
Vintage Yellow Gold Key Pendant w/ Benrus Watch

Vintage Yellow Gold Key Pendant w/ Benrus Watch

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W 0.88 in D 0.25 in L 2.13 in

Vintage Yellow Gold Key Pendant w/ Benrus Watch

By Benrus

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Product details: The pendant is made out of 14 karat yellow gold, featuring hidden key and Sellro

Category

Vintage 1980s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian Signet Ring of Two Storks by Larter and Sons
Antique Edwardian Signet Ring of Two Storks by Larter and Sons

Antique Edwardian Signet Ring of Two Storks by Larter and Sons

Located in Stamford, CT

. The final photograph shows the stork signet ring worn with the hidden key signet ring. They are

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Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Signet Rings

Materials

14k Gold

Treasured Charm Necklace by SEIDENGANG
Treasured Charm Necklace by SEIDENGANG

Treasured Charm Necklace by SEIDENGANG

By SeidenGang

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

theme; an opulent crown, keys for hidden castle rooms, a royal heart, a lock for a treasure chest and a

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American Link Necklaces

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Large Impressive 1897 Liberty Head Half Eagle 22K Gold Coin 14K Gold Ring
Large Impressive 1897 Liberty Head Half Eagle 22K Gold Coin 14K Gold Ring

Large Impressive 1897 Liberty Head Half Eagle 22K Gold Coin 14K Gold Ring

Located in New York, NY

Impressive and substantial estate 1897 Liberty Head Half Eagle 22K antique gold coin 14K yellow gold signet ring 1897 $5 Gold Coin, early 20th century ring setting Weight: 23.4g Chri...

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20th Century American Signet Rings

Materials

14k Gold, 22k Gold

Vintage Cartier Amber Cabochon Collar Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Amber Cabochon Collar Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Amber Cabochon Collar Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold

By Cartier

Located in San Diego, CA

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Vintage 1970s French Choker Necklaces

Materials

Amber, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Double-Sided Stickpin, c. 1920
Cartier Double-Sided Stickpin, c. 1920

Cartier Double-Sided Stickpin, c. 1920

By Cartier

Located in Weston, MA

A statement of quiet sophistication, this double-sided stickpin by Cartier is both stylish and versatile. One side of the decorative element is comprised of two square borders of cir...

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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Piaget 18K Yellow Gold 9559 1 D Hexagonal Vintage Ladies Watch
Piaget 18K Yellow Gold 9559 1 D Hexagonal Vintage Ladies Watch

Piaget 18K Yellow Gold 9559 1 D Hexagonal Vintage Ladies Watch

By Piaget

Located in New York, NY

Made by Piaget circa 1970's in 18K Yellow Gold this is a 95591 D wristwatch. Perfect vintage accessory, for someone who is into a retro era, clean lines and simplicity. Designed with...

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20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18Kt. Yellow Gold Art Deco Styled Watch with Original Buckle from 1930's
Cartier 18Kt. Yellow Gold Art Deco Styled Watch with Original Buckle from 1930's

Cartier 18Kt. Yellow Gold Art Deco Styled Watch with Original Buckle from 1930's

By Cartier

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Cartier Paris STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Square METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm X Width 20mm MOVEMENT / ...

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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Waltham 1886 Riverside Size 0s Hunting Pocket Watch In 18Kt Gold With Diamond
Waltham 1886 Riverside Size 0s Hunting Pocket Watch In 18Kt Gold With Diamond

Waltham 1886 Riverside Size 0s Hunting Pocket Watch In 18Kt Gold With Diamond

By American Waltham Watch Co.

Located in Miami, FL

Pocket watch designed by Waltham. Beautiful hunting pocket watch, created in Massachusetts United States by the A.W Waltham Watch Company, circa 1886-1887. This piece is one of the ...

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Antique 1880s American Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe 18Kt Solid Gold Dress Watch circa 1980's with Original Bracelet
Patek Philippe 18Kt Solid Gold Dress Watch circa 1980's with Original Bracelet

Patek Philippe 18Kt Solid Gold Dress Watch circa 1980's with Original Bracelet

By Patek Philippe

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe & Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Watch / Reference 4217-10 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 23mm X Widt...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN green silk PLATOS ATLANTIS PRAYING MANTIS GOWN Dress L
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN green silk PLATOS ATLANTIS PRAYING MANTIS GOWN Dress L

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN green silk PLATOS ATLANTIS PRAYING MANTIS GOWN Dress L

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Zürich, CH

Alexander McQueen 'Praying Mantis' empire down in green silk (100%) with a round neck and is sleeveless. This collector piece is from the SS 2010 Platos Atlantis collection. Flares f...

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2010s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Rare Antique Allegory of Love Diamond Three Color 18K Gold Oval Box, Circa 1800
Rare Antique Allegory of Love Diamond Three Color 18K Gold Oval Box, Circa 1800

Rare Antique Allegory of Love Diamond Three Color 18K Gold Oval Box, Circa 1800

Located in New York, NY

Rare museum quality three color 18K gold and diamond oval box featuring Allegories of Love motifs. Circa 1800, Mark of Chief Assayer Cayetano Buitron References: for a similar exampl...

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Antique Early 19th Century Mexican Neoclassical Boxes and Cases

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Gucci by Tom Ford Red Sheepskin Floor-Length Double-Breasted Coat, fw 1996
Gucci by Tom Ford Red Sheepskin Floor-Length Double-Breasted Coat, fw 1996

Gucci by Tom Ford Red Sheepskin Floor-Length Double-Breasted Coat, fw 1996

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in London, GB

▪ Archival Gucci Runway Coat ▪ Creative Director: Tom Ford ▪ Fall-Winter 1996 ▪ Crafted from multiple panels of red-dyed sheepskin with a leather backing, this coat exudes luxurious ...

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1990s Italian Coats and Outerwear

Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Tiara Haircomb Necklace, circa 1880s
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Tiara Haircomb Necklace, circa 1880s

Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Tiara Haircomb Necklace, circa 1880s

Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE

Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Haircomb Necklace, ca. 1880s A very unusual and stunning Victorian crown, set with fiery opal cabochons and old-mine cut diamonds, from the 1880s. T...

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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, Silver

Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company Ladies Platinum and Diamond Wrist Watch
Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company Ladies Platinum and Diamond Wrist Watch

Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company Ladies Platinum and Diamond Wrist Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1920s Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company Ladies Wrist Watch, 26 X 9 M.M. 2 Piece Platinum Case set with European cut Diamonds totaling 1 Carat, the case sides and back are fu...

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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Azzedine Alaia Gold Lamé Couture Gown with Sequin Mosaic Detail, FW 1990
Azzedine Alaia Gold Lamé Couture Gown with Sequin Mosaic Detail, FW 1990

Azzedine Alaia Gold Lamé Couture Gown with Sequin Mosaic Detail, FW 1990

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in London, GB

This rare, likely one-of-a-kind Azzedine Alaïa couture dress from the Fall-Winter 1990 collection is crafted from metallic gold lamé with a mosaic-like sequin overlay, creating a str...

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano Embroidered Silk Coat with Fur Trim, FW 2002
Christian Dior by John Galliano Embroidered Silk Coat with Fur Trim, FW 2002

Christian Dior by John Galliano Embroidered Silk Coat with Fur Trim, FW 2002

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

This Christian Dior by John Galliano coat from the Fall-Winter 2002 collection is crafted from cream silk jacquard featuring an elaborate woven pattern of floral and ornamental motif...

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Early 2000s French Coats and Outerwear

Exceptional Antique Louis XVI Gold Enamel Scent Perfume Bottle
Exceptional Antique Louis XVI Gold Enamel Scent Perfume Bottle

Exceptional Antique Louis XVI Gold Enamel Scent Perfume Bottle

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1780 This is one of the finest enameled gold scent bottles that has ever appeared on the market. This elaborate multi-color enamel and gold scent / perfume bottle was made ...

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Antique 1780s Neoclassical Enamel Frames and Objects

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Vivienne Westwood brown tartan wool and velvet mini skirt suit, fw 1997
Vivienne Westwood brown tartan wool and velvet mini skirt suit, fw 1997

Vivienne Westwood brown tartan wool and velvet mini skirt suit, fw 1997

By Vivienne Westwood

Located in London, GB

Vivienne Westwood brown tartan wool and velvet suit comprising: blazer jacket with leg of mutton sleeve, gold orb button fastenings at the back and velvet bodice, and matching mini s...

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1990s British Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

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Hidden Key For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact hidden key you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 15 vintage editions and 3 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a hidden key may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic hidden key over the years, but those made by Atelier Molinari, Asprey and Benrus are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A hidden key can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but diamond rings, from our inventory of 5, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also cabochon and rose cut versions for sale. Finding a hidden key for sale for women should be easy, but there are 7 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Hidden Key?

On average, a hidden key at 1stDibs sells for $3,538, while they’re typically $253 on the low end and $9,995 for the highest priced versions of this item.