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Hotel key holder in walnut wood with keys, Italy
Hotel key holder in walnut wood with keys, Italy

Hotel key holder in walnut wood with keys, Italy

Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)

Antique Hotel or Inn Key Holder, with carved profiles and all in solid walnut, iron hooks and

Category

18th Century Italian Antique Keys

Materials

Walnut

Night Porters Lined Key Cupboard   A small glass fronted key
Night Porters Lined Key Cupboard   A small glass fronted key

Night Porters Lined Key Cupboard A small glass fronted key

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Night Porters Lined Key Cupboard A small glass fronted key cupboard lined in gold velvet with 8

Category

19th Century Victorian Antique Keys

Materials

Pine

Iron Medieval Lock Key
Iron Medieval Lock Key

Iron Medieval Lock Key

Located in Mexico City, MX

Medieval iron locks and keys were essential for securing property and symbolizing power during the

Category

16th Century Antique Keys

Materials

Iron

Early Key Trade Sign
Early Key Trade Sign

Early Key Trade Sign

Located in Peekskill, NY

This is an early zink 3D skeleton key with some original paint. I'm guessing it date to the late

Category

Late 19th Century American Primitive Antique Keys

Materials

Metal

Big Antique 17th century key
Big Antique 17th century key

Big Antique 17th century key

$174Sale Price|20% Off

Big Antique 17th century key

Located in Chonburi, TH

This Antique 17th-century wrought iron key is a fascinating artifact that transports us back to an

Category

17th Century Dutch Antique Keys

Materials

Wrought Iron

22 Karat Gold Key Ring
22 Karat Gold Key Ring

22 Karat Gold Key Ring

By Romae Jewelry

Located in New York, NY

22K Yellow Gold Key Ring by ROMAE Jewelry - Inspired by an Ancient Roman Design. Our solid gold

Category

15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Keys

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

17th Century Iron Lock & Key
17th Century Iron Lock & Key

17th Century Iron Lock & Key

$880Sale Price|20% Off

17th Century Iron Lock & Key

Located in Huntington, NY

17th century lock & key. Probably form a large cabinet or a door.  

Category

17th Century French Louis XIV Antique Keys

Materials

Iron

Keying Up - The Court Jester
Keying Up - The Court Jester

Keying Up - The Court Jester

By William Merritt Chase

Located in Fairlawn, OH

Keying Up - The Court Jester Etching with drypoint, 1879 Signed in the plate lower left corner (see

Category

1870s American Impressionist Antique Keys

Materials

Etching

19th Century Dutch silver watch-key
19th Century Dutch silver watch-key

19th Century Dutch silver watch-key

Located in Delft, NL

19th Century Dutch silver watch-key 19th century silver watch-key in the shape of a musical

Category

Mid-19th Century Dutch Antique Keys

Materials

Silver

Antique national cashier register with key
Antique national cashier register with key

Antique national cashier register with key

By National Cash Register Co.

Located in Brea, CA

Antique national cashier register model 324 with a key , the drawer can open , there is a key , it

Category

1920s American American Classical Antique Keys

Materials

Brass

Don-Key – English School, 19th century
Don-Key – English School, 19th century

Don-Key – English School, 19th century

Located in Middletown, NY

John Key, 1st Baronet (16 August 1794 – 14 July 1858), who was a wholesale stationer and Whig

Category

Early 19th Century English School Antique Keys

Materials

Watercolor, Handmade Paper, Lithograph

Mounted Antique Mansion Lock and Key
Mounted Antique Mansion Lock and Key

Mounted Antique Mansion Lock and Key

Located in Austin, TX

Lock and key, French, from the main entry door of an 18th century mansion in Provence. Newly

Category

1740s French Antique Keys

Materials

Metal

Antique National Cashier Register With the Key
Antique National Cashier Register With the Key

Antique National Cashier Register With the Key

By National Cash Register Co.

Located in Brea, CA

Antique national cashier register R313 with a key , the drawer can open , there is a key , it is a

Category

1920s American American Classical Antique Keys

Materials

Brass

Large Antique Warded Key – Late 17th Century
Large Antique Warded Key – Late 17th Century

Large Antique Warded Key – Late 17th Century

Located in Bilzen, BE

An impressive and authentic antique iron key dating to the late 17th century. Measuring 18.5 cm in

Category

17th Century French Baroque Antique Keys

Materials

Iron

Charming Lock and Key Charm Ring
Charming Lock and Key Charm Ring

Charming Lock and Key Charm Ring

Located in New York, NY

Charming Lock and Key Ring made from late 19th Century elements in 14k gold. An antique padlock and

Category

Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Keys

Materials

14k Gold

19th Century Brass and Gold Watch-Key
19th Century Brass and Gold Watch-Key

19th Century Brass and Gold Watch-Key

Located in Delft, NL

19th Century Brass and Gold Watch-Key 19th century brass and gold Watch-Key hanging on a small

Category

Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Keys

Materials

Gold, Brass

19th Century Brass and Gold Watch-Key
19th Century Brass and Gold Watch-Key

19th Century Brass and Gold Watch-Key

Located in Delft, NL

19th Century Brass and Gold Watch-Key 19th century brass and gold Watch-Key in round flat shape

Category

Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Keys

Materials

Gold, Brass

19th Century Brass and Gold Watch-Key
19th Century Brass and Gold Watch-Key

19th Century Brass and Gold Watch-Key

Located in Delft, NL

19th Century Brass and Gold Watch-Key 19th century brass and gold Watch-Key in round flat shape

Category

Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Keys

Materials

Gold, Brass

Louis Vuitton Suitcase Trunk with Key
Louis Vuitton Suitcase Trunk with Key

Louis Vuitton Suitcase Trunk with Key

By Louis Vuitton

Located in North Bergen, NJ

interior lid with stamped serial number 792647 and outer lock and key stamped 0808776.

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Keys

English Regency Tea Caddy with Original Key
English Regency Tea Caddy with Original Key

English Regency Tea Caddy with Original Key

Located in Tampa, FL

original key. The design is enhanced with detailed lion head handles with rings and elegant lion paw feet

Category

1830s English Antique Keys

Materials

Wood

Large 18th Century French Lock and Key
Large 18th Century French Lock and Key

Large 18th Century French Lock and Key

Located in Houston, TX

Large 18th century French iron lock and key. This handsome antique French iron lock comes with the

Category

18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Keys

Materials

Iron

Vintage Brass and Wrought Iron Skeleton Key
Vintage Brass and Wrought Iron Skeleton Key

Vintage Brass and Wrought Iron Skeleton Key

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT A vintage brass and wrought iron skeleton key. Embossed "PENN" on the side. Shown with

Category

19th Century Industrial Antique Keys

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

French Baccarat Greek Key Motif Crystal Chandelier
French Baccarat Greek Key Motif Crystal Chandelier

French Baccarat Greek Key Motif Crystal Chandelier

By Baccarat

Located in Queens, NY

arms having etched Greek key motif bobeche & crystal drops and a finial ball bottom.

Category

19th Century French Antique Keys

Materials

Crystal

Victorian 10k Sapphire and Pearl Key Charm
Victorian 10k Sapphire and Pearl Key Charm

Victorian 10k Sapphire and Pearl Key Charm

Located in Narberth, PA

A darling key charm from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 10k yellow gold, this dainty charm

Category

1880s Victorian Antique Keys

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

2 Large 17th century  forged iron keys
2 Large 17th century  forged iron keys

2 Large 17th century forged iron keys

Located in Bilzen, BE

2 Forged iron keys from the 17th century Uncleaned condition, old patina Length 13 and 15.5 cm

Category

17th Century Industrial Antique Keys

Materials

Iron

Foyer Lamp - Amber Greek Key Octagon Shade
Foyer Lamp - Amber Greek Key Octagon Shade

Foyer Lamp - Amber Greek Key Octagon Shade

Located in Peekskill, NY

The beautiful art shade gives off a nice warm glow. The shade is crowned with a layered and flared decorative holder. It hangs from 3 loop and rod chains

Category

Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Keys

Materials

Art Glass

A collection of four 19th century iron keys
A collection of four 19th century iron keys

A collection of four 19th century iron keys

Located in Buchanan, MI

A collection of four 19th century iron keys, great patina

Category

19th Century British Regency Antique Keys

Materials

Iron

Antique Greek Key Pendant of 14k Gold
Antique Greek Key Pendant of 14k Gold

Antique Greek Key Pendant of 14k Gold

Located in Lewisburg, PA

an intricate Greek key inlay—a timeless symbol of eternity, unity, and classical refinement. The

Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Keys

Materials

Diamond, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold

Calendulas, floral still life in Orange key
Calendulas, floral still life in Orange key

Calendulas, floral still life in Orange key

By Laura Coombs Hills

Located in New York, NY

Laura Hills is an American treasure in terms of the body of work that she produced in pastel. She is a master of this medium of pastel and she had been a celebrated miniaturist arti...

Category

1920s American Realist Antique Keys

Materials

Pastel, Board

1800s Skeleton Key Locksmith Trade Sign
1800s Skeleton Key Locksmith Trade Sign

1800s Skeleton Key Locksmith Trade Sign

Located in Peekskill, NY

This is one of the best locksmith trade signs we have offered. It’s early and all handmade in iron with original paint. It's very well done and a wonderful piece of Folk Art.

Category

Late 19th Century Unknown Folk Art Antique Keys

Materials

Iron

Tiffany Studios New York Greek Key Bronze Inkwell
Tiffany Studios New York Greek Key Bronze Inkwell

Tiffany Studios New York Greek Key Bronze Inkwell

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period bronze inkwell featuring Greek key designs By

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Keys

Materials

Bronze

French Cloisonné Swan Key Dish Catchall Ashtray
French Cloisonné Swan Key Dish Catchall Ashtray

French Cloisonné Swan Key Dish Catchall Ashtray

Located in Los Angeles, CA

French cloisonné swan key dish catch all or ashtray France, early 20th century Beautiful crafted

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Keys

Materials

Metal

Wooden jewelry box with silver applications and key
Wooden jewelry box with silver applications and key

Wooden jewelry box with silver applications and key

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Wooden jewelry box with silver applications and key. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese

Category

19th Century European Antique Keys

Materials

Silver

Antique Rosewood Tunbridge Ware Inlaid Box with Key
Antique Rosewood Tunbridge Ware Inlaid Box with Key

Antique Rosewood Tunbridge Ware Inlaid Box with Key

Located in Atlanta, GA

attractive addition to any decor. The box has been professionally restored and has a working key. Purchased

Category

Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Keys

Materials

Rosewood, Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Antique Bronze Verdigris Box with Greek Key
Antique Bronze Verdigris Box with Greek Key

Antique Bronze Verdigris Box with Greek Key

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Antique Bronze Verdigris Box with with Applied Greek Key Decoration. Box is wood lined and would

Category

1920s Antique Keys

Materials

Bronze

A 19th Century Italian Board of Porters Keys
A 19th Century Italian Board of Porters Keys

A 19th Century Italian Board of Porters Keys

Located in London, GB

Italy, circa 1890 An unusual mounted board of keys of varying shapes and designs, each inscribed

Category

19th Century Italian Antique Keys

Materials

Wood

German Porcelain Plates Blue Gold Greek Key, Pair
German Porcelain Plates Blue Gold Greek Key, Pair

German Porcelain Plates Blue Gold Greek Key, Pair

By Hutschenreuther

Located in New York, NY

A very beautiful pair of German porcelain appetizer plates with gold Greek-Key design, from

Category

Early 20th Century German Antique Keys

Materials

Gold

"Keying Up - The Court Jester" original etching

"Keying Up - The Court Jester" original etching

By William Merritt Chase

Located in Henderson, NV

Medium: original etching. This impression on laid paper was published by the American Art Review in 1880. The etched image measures 5 3/4 x 3 1/2 inches; the plate measures 6 3/4 x 4...

Category

1880s Antique Keys

Materials

Etching

English Brass Mounted Trunk w/ Original Key
English Brass Mounted Trunk w/ Original Key

English Brass Mounted Trunk w/ Original Key

Located in San Francisco, CA

C. 19th Century English Brass Mounted Trunk w/ Original Key.

Category

19th Century Antique Keys

Materials

Brass

Art Nouveau Bronze Chandelier with Greek Key
Art Nouveau Bronze Chandelier with Greek Key

Art Nouveau Bronze Chandelier with Greek Key

Located in Atlanta, GA

Art Nouveau bronze chandelier with Greek Key featuring 6 iridescent shades (unmarked). Circa 1920

Category

1920s American Art Nouveau Antique Keys

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Italian Desk with Greek Key Inlay
19th Century Italian Desk with Greek Key Inlay

19th Century Italian Desk with Greek Key Inlay

Located in Dallas, TX

The 19th Century Italian Desk with Greek Key Inlay is a stunning piece of furniture that exudes

Category

19th Century Italian Antique Keys

Materials

Walnut

Set of Six Iron Greek Key Fragments
Set of Six Iron Greek Key Fragments

Set of Six Iron Greek Key Fragments

Located in Chicago, IL

A set of six early 20th century American cast iron architectural fragments with a Greek Key pattern

Category

Early 20th Century American Greek Revival Antique Keys

Materials

Iron

Antique sterling silver key to my heart brooch
Antique sterling silver key to my heart brooch

Antique sterling silver key to my heart brooch

Located in NEWARK, GB

A wonderful antique sterling silver " key to my heart" brooch. Steeped in sentiment this beautiful

Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Keys

Materials

Sterling Silver

German Majolica Fern Leaf Greek Key Footed Comport
German Majolica Fern Leaf Greek Key Footed Comport

German Majolica Fern Leaf Greek Key Footed Comport

By Villeroy & Boch

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Key and beaded pattern. Showing an impressed ‘S’ on the underside of the footing. 8.75 inches in

Category

Late 19th Century German Aesthetic Movement Antique Keys

Materials

Earthenware

French 19th Century Pocket Watch Keys Fob Pendant
French 19th Century Pocket Watch Keys Fob Pendant

French 19th Century Pocket Watch Keys Fob Pendant

Located in Sofia, BG

Here we present three different pocket watch keys that could become a delicate jewellery. All are

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Keys

Materials

Metal

Victorian 14K Gold Enameled Greek Key Pattern Bracelet
Victorian 14K Gold Enameled Greek Key Pattern Bracelet

Victorian 14K Gold Enameled Greek Key Pattern Bracelet

Located in Venice, CA

looking. The Greek key motif is a mesmerizing pattern, and is very tight with the finest enamel work

Category

1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Keys

Materials

14k Gold, Enamel

French 19th Century Burl Wood & Greek Key Enfilade
French 19th Century Burl Wood & Greek Key Enfilade

French 19th Century Burl Wood & Greek Key Enfilade

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

inlaid, ebonized Greek key pattern. Three paneled doors with beveled frames also feature an inlaid

Category

19th Century French Restauration Antique Keys

Materials

Brass

English Victorian Style Brass Horse and Carriage Key Holder
English Victorian Style Brass Horse and Carriage Key Holder

English Victorian Style Brass Horse and Carriage Key Holder

Located in Queens, NY

English Victorian-style brass wall mounted key holder in the shape of a horse and carriage with

Category

19th Century British British Colonial Antique Keys

Materials

Brass

Louis Philippe giltwood mirror with Greek key design
Louis Philippe giltwood mirror with Greek key design

Louis Philippe giltwood mirror with Greek key design

Located in Houston, TX

The original gilding is apparent with a light rose hue shining Through. The frame has Greek key

Category

Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Keys

Materials

Giltwood

Tiffany Studios New York "Greek Key" Table Lamp
Tiffany Studios New York "Greek Key" Table Lamp

Tiffany Studios New York "Greek Key" Table Lamp

By Louis Comfort Tiffany, Tiffany Studios

Located in New York, NY

An alluring and visually rewarding example of Tiffany Studios New York's great "Greek Key" table

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Keys

Materials

Bronze

Antique Iron Greek Key Architectural Fragments on Custom Mount
Antique Iron Greek Key Architectural Fragments on Custom Mount

Antique Iron Greek Key Architectural Fragments on Custom Mount

Located in Elkhart, IN

A beautiful antique iron Greek key architectural fragment on a custom black steel mount. USA

Category

Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Antique Keys

Materials

Steel, Iron

1900's Caldwell Bronze Chandelier with Greek Key
1900's Caldwell Bronze Chandelier with Greek Key

1900's Caldwell Bronze Chandelier with Greek Key

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in New York, NY

A pair of circa 1900's Caldwell neoclassic style chandelier with Greek key design

Category

Early 1900s American Neoclassical Antique Keys

Materials

Bronze

16th C set of Four Evangelist Vault Keys
16th C set of Four Evangelist Vault Keys

16th C set of Four Evangelist Vault Keys

Located in MADRID, ES

Vault keys such as these were used where the vault ribs came together, as a finishing touch. These

Category

16th Century Spanish Gothic Antique Keys

Materials

Stone

French Georgian Watch Key With Gem Stones c.1810
French Georgian Watch Key With Gem Stones c.1810

French Georgian Watch Key With Gem Stones c.1810

Located in Stamford, CT

A French Watch Key c. 1810 is 18kt gold on silver set with an oval amethyst, citrine and dendritic

Category

1860s French Victorian Antique Keys

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Citrine, 18k Gold, Silver

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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
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Generally, it is not illegal to own a skeleton key, and old homes in some areas may still have locks that require skeleton keys on their interior doors. However, locks that use skeleton keys go against building codes. On 1stDibs, find a range of skeleton keys.