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Rare Antique Padlock

Padlock Clock by Howell James, Boxed
By Howell James & Co.
Located in London, GB
Unusual and rare boxed gilded bronze strut clock by the famous makers Howell James and Co. This
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1860s English Rare Antique Padlock

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Bronze

Antique Padlock Clock by Howell James, Boxed
Padlock Clock by Howell James, Boxed
H 4.34 in W 3.15 in D 1.19 in
Unusually Wide Edwardian Gate Bracelet with Heart Padlock
By Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection
Located in Stamford, CT
particular example stood out. It is rare to find such a bracelet in this width. In 9kt gold for strength, the
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Late 19th Century British Edwardian Rare Antique Padlock

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9k Gold

Georgian Key To My Heart Turquoise Padlock 18 KT Brooch/Pendant/Chain
Located in Napoli, IT
Georgian Symbol of Love Georgian period ‘Key to my Heart’ pendant, 1810 ca Rare love token from the
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Early 1800s European Georgian Rare Antique Padlock

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Turquoise, 18k Gold

19th Century American Folk Art Heart Shaped Iron Pad Lock & Key, Dated 1875
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th-century American heart-shaped forged iron padlock and key is a true testament to the craftsmanship
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19th Century American Folk Art Rare Antique Padlock

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Wrought Iron, Iron

19th Century Solid Teak Dutch Colonial Chest Strongbox With Brass Hardware
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Rare, solid Dutch Colonial teak and brass strongbox. This chest is built like the vault it was
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1880s Indonesian Dutch Colonial Rare Antique Padlock

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Teak

Large French Pirate Corsair's Chest - Safe - Louis XIV Period - France XVIIth
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Exceptional and extremely rare privateer/pirate chest in solid oak. The wood is richly carved with
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17th Century French Louis XIV Rare Antique Padlock

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Wrought Iron

Exceptional Cathedral Chest
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Depth : 58 cm Perfect state of preservation This rare Gothic Cathedral Chest with curved lid has a
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15th Century and Earlier Rare Antique Padlock

Materials

Iron

Antique Exceptional Cathedral Chest
Exceptional Cathedral Chest
H 30.32 in W 57.88 in D 22.84 in
English ships or country house carved oak and steel bound strong box, circa 1840
Located in Central England, GB
two sturdy padlocks. Although this piece is very functional for its purpose this rare piece is also
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19th Century English Late Victorian Rare Antique Padlock

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Oak

Hukin & Heath Art Deco Decanter Set
By Hukin & Heath
Located in Northampton, GB
Extremely Rare Art Deco Decanter Set We are pleased to present the ultimate statement piece for
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Rare Antique Padlock

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Silver

Antique Hukin & Heath Art Deco Decanter Set
Hukin & Heath Art Deco Decanter Set
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H 12.5 in W 5 in D 3 in
“Bank Notes”
By James Gillray
Located in Southampton, NY
counter is a row of large sacks of gold and padlocked. On the end of the counter, facing the spectator, is
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1790s Academic Rare Antique Padlock

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Etching, Archival Paper

Antique “Bank Notes”
“Bank Notes”
H 6.25 in W 9 in D 0.25 in

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21st Century and Contemporary Rare Antique Padlock

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

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2010s American Retro Rare Antique Padlock

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Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

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1990s American Rare Antique Padlock

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Georgian Gold Carnelian Swivel Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
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19th Century European Georgian Rare Antique Padlock

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Carnelian, Gold

18kt Rose Gold Reverse Ring "Heart" with Diamonds and Mother-of-pearl
By Falcinelli Italy
Located in Arezzo, IT
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Rare Antique Padlock

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Georgian Gold and Garnet Snowflake Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
Glistening like a glass of fine burgundy held up to the light, this lovely Georgian pendant was made by setting the garnets in a setting with a closed back so that a sliver of foil c...
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Early 19th Century English George III Rare Antique Padlock

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Garnet, Gold, 15k Gold

Georgian Gold and Garnet Snowflake Pendant
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GIA Certified 4.54 Carat Asscher Cut Engagement Ring with Natural Pink Diamonds
By Simon Ardem
Located in New York, NY
Diamond engagement ring set in 14K pink gold with GIA certificate, no. 2131165653. Details are: Center stone: 4.54ct / J VS2 Asscher/ square emerald cut diamond with fancy light pink...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Rare Antique Padlock

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Pink Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Rose Gold

Adorable Gold Notepad Charm
Located in New York, NY
Figural "Notepad" with spiral-bound top. The top two pages have an open heart cut-out. A secret message on the second page says "I Love You." On the third pag...
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1940s American Rare Antique Padlock

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Adorable Gold Notepad Charm
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W 0.5 in L 1 in
Victorian 18K Yellow Gold, Silver and 7.25cts. Diamond Crescent Moon c.1860s
Located in New York, NY
VICTORIAN 18K YELLOW GOLD, SILVER AND 7.25CTS. DIAMOND CRESCENT MOON c.1860s Period: Victorian Year: 1860s Material: Gold, Silver, 7.25cts. Old Mine Cut Diamonds Weight: 7.77g Lengt...
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Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Rare Antique Padlock

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver

Edwardian Pearl and Diamond Brooch/Pendant
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian pearl and diamond brooch, the brooch with a diamond-set ribbon bow surmount, set to the centre with a pearl within a graduating old-cut diamond-set heart-shape cluster, ...
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Rare Antique Padlock

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Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Diamond Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
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Late 20th Century Unknown Artist Rare Antique Padlock

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Diamond, 18k Gold

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Late Georgian Gold and Painted Ivory Portrait Pendant
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This stunning Georgian portrait is exquisite and painted on ivory. The portrait is set within yellow gold and has a glossy solid gold back. Dimensions: 44.5x33.5mm Width: 5mm We...
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1830s British Georgian Rare Antique Padlock

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Gold

Early Georgian Pink Topaz Necklace and Earring Demi-Parure Set
Located in Narberth, PA
A demi-parure, "parure" meaning "adorn" in French, is a partial set of matching jewelry designed to be worn en suite. This incredible handcrafted pink topaz necklace and earring set ...
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1750s Unknown Georgian Rare Antique Padlock

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Topaz, 18k Gold

Georgian Gold and Enamel Memorial Skeleton Ring, circa 1731
Located in London, GB
Georgian gold and enamel memorial skeleton ring. A solid D-shape gold band featuring an elongated skeleton with stylised skull and cross bones motif on a black enamel background, eng...
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1730s Unknown Rare Antique Padlock

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Yellow Gold

Cartier Vivid Yellow, White Diamond Panther Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
CARTIER Vivid Yellow, White Diamond Panther Watch A magnificent 18k yellow gold Panthere watch, set with vivid yellow and white diamonds, emerald eyes and onyx, signed Cartier with F...
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1980s French Rare Antique Padlock

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold

Antique Georgian Gold, Enamel, and Seed Pearl Braided Hair Mourning Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Georgian gold, seed pearl, hair, and enamel mourning brooch. With braided or plaited hair behind glass in a worked gold setting set with seed pearls and surrounded by...
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Early 19th Century British Georgian Rare Antique Padlock

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Pearl, Gold, Enamel

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Magnificent 18 Karat gold Mid Victorian Flat Garnet Padlock Boxed Full Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Victorian Romantic Era An exciting rare find! Magnificent example of the romantic Victorian era
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1840s Victorian Rare Antique Padlock

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Garnet, 18k Gold

Extremely Rare 14th-15th Century Dutch Oak Iron Bound Parish Chest
Located in Oisterwijk, NL
An extremely rare late 14th-early 15th century medieval oak iron bound round topped parish chest
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15th Century and Earlier Dutch Gothic Rare Antique Padlock

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Wrought Iron

Neurenberg Painted Iron Ship’s Strongbox
Located in Heeze, Noord Brabant
keyhole mount. The rare two 17th century padlocks are included (without keys). Inside the box is the
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Early 17th Century Renaissance Rare Antique Padlock

Materials

Wrought Iron

Neurenberg Painted Iron Ship’s Strongbox
Neurenberg Painted Iron Ship’s Strongbox
H 14.57 in W 26.38 in D 14.57 in
Rare dated 16th century German padlock
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A rare example of a master padlock , dated 1588 with the original key. These master locks where
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18th Century and Earlier German Rare Antique Padlock

English Novelty Padlock Clock
Located in Newark, England
table clock is rare to see as it has been made in the form of a padlock for a great novelty look, the
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Late 19th Century British Rare Antique Padlock

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Metal, Silver, Brass

English Novelty Padlock Clock
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H 4.93 in W 3.15 in D 0.89 in
Antique Victorian Gold and Coral Link Bracelet with Padlock Clasp
Located in New York, NY
A rare and unusual Victorian coral gold bracelet with a coral set padlock claps. The gold tests for
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1880s Unknown High Victorian Rare Antique Padlock

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Coral, Gold, 18k Gold

Fantastic Georgian Period Rose Gold Diamond Ruby Pearl Padlock Pendant
Located in St Helens, GB
A rare and stunning George III period padlock clasp. Solid rose gold example with plain curved
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19th Century British George III Rare Antique Padlock

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Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Two Superb Quality Novelty Silver Mounted Spirit Decanters with Padlocks
By Hukin & Heath, Asprey International Limited
Located in London, GB
Two superb quality novelty silver mounted spirit decanters with padlocks. These decanters are
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1910s English Rare Antique Padlock

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Silver

Victorian Tri-Coloured Gold Fancy Link Albertina Bracelet with Heart Padlock
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
in this condition and detail are becoming rare and harder to source. It has some lovely detailing
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1880s English Victorian Rare Antique Padlock

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Yellow Gold, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian 12 Carat Gold Blue Paste Padlock and Key Earrings, circa 1870
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A super pair of 12ct yellow gold Victorian padlock and key earrings with small blue paste
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1870s English Late Victorian Rare Antique Padlock

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Gold, Yellow Gold

Early 'Steamer' bag by Louis Vuitton.
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
A very rare early ‘Steamer’ bag in plain brown canvas with leather trim, complete with Vuitton
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Early 20th Century French Rare Antique Padlock

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Canvas, Leather

1920s Iron and Glass Vitrine
Located in Los Angeles, CA
atop tapered legs. Original glass frame with rare glass top and bottom. Three glass shelves. Vintage
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1920s Argentine Rare Antique Padlock

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Iron

1920s Iron and Glass Vitrine
1920s Iron and Glass Vitrine
H 59.25 in W 20.25 in D 16 in
Strongbox, Safe, Late 16th Century, Nuremberg, Iron, Naïve, Painted, Oak Stand
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
This is a particularly fine example of these atmospheric, early safes with a rare inner lock plate
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16th Century European Elizabethan Rare Antique Padlock

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Iron

Strongbox Safe Iron Table-Top Renaissance Painted Nuremberg Armada Chest Folk
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
travelling safe with its original, naïve, painted decoration This is a rare, small, table-top, example of
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16th Century German Renaissance Rare Antique Padlock

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Iron

Rare Silver Plated Antique Chubbs Padlock Gifted in 1946 to Police Expert India
By Chubb & Son
Located in GB
plated Chubb’s padlock the was gifted to a police expert in 1946 I have never seen a silver plated
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19th Century English Victorian Rare Antique Padlock

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Silver Plate

Rare Spanish 19th-20th Century Gothic-Baroque Vitrine Exhibition Display Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Rare Spanish 19th-20th century Gothic Revival Baroque style carved mahogany and forged iron
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Early 1900s Spanish Gothic Revival Rare Antique Padlock

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Iron

Antique Wells Fargo Heavy Iron Red Fire Proof Stagecoach Strong Box Bank Safe
Located in Dayton, OH
Rare antique 19th century Wells Fargo heavy iron stagecoach strong box, painted red and marked
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19th Century Victorian Rare Antique Padlock

Materials

Iron

Antique Poodle Marble Gold Love Inscription Sculpture Allegory Fidelity
Located in Munich, Bavaria
A rare sculpture of a marble dog representing the allegory of fidelity. The finely carved poodle
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1810s Rare Antique Padlock

17th Century Spanish Iron with Wood Strongbox
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful and rare strongbox from Spain with a very great size. Made out of wrought iron on wood
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17th Century Spanish Baroque Rare Antique Padlock

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Iron

17th Century Spanish Iron with Wood Strongbox
17th Century Spanish Iron with Wood Strongbox
H 11.82 in W 16.93 in D 11.42 in
Victorian Scottish Agate Necklace
By Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection
Located in Stamford, CT
interspersed with agate hearts. The original clasp on this necklace is intact as is the floral engraved padlock
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1870s Scottish Victorian Rare Antique Padlock

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Agate, Sterling Silver

Victorian Scottish Pyramid Agate Bracelet
By Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection
Located in Stamford, CT
This rare agate bracelet, sets in gold. one of the best examples of stone sculpting I have found
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Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Rare Antique Padlock

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Agate, 15k Gold

Antique Victorian Vulcanite Choker Necklace, Padlock Clasp, Chunky
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful, rare antique Victorian choker necklace. It has chunky oval links with a beautiful
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19th Century British Victorian Rare Antique Padlock

Victorian Antique Novelty Silver Miniature Padlock Vinaigrette 1846
By Francis Clarke
Located in Sittingbourne, Kent
A rare Victorian novelty silver Vinaigrette made in the form of a miniature Padlock, with foliate
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1840s English Victorian Rare Antique Padlock

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Silver

Heath & Middleton Sterling Silver Locking Decanter
By Heath & Middleton
Located in New York, NY
Collectible and rare sterling silver locking decanter made by the highly sought after Birmingham
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Early 20th Century English Rare Antique Padlock

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Early 18th Century Tortoiseshell Vargueno
Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire
A fine and rare Tortoiseshell, Ebony and Gilt bronze Vargueno retaining original mounts and in
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18th Century and Earlier Spanish Rare Antique Padlock

Antique 19th Century Victorian period Hand Painted Steel Circular Spice Box
Located in GB
a slightly later date as an amusing piece of rare primitive Folk Art. The cottage has painted doors
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Mid-19th Century Folk Art Rare Antique Padlock

Materials

Metal

Napoleon Bonaparte Pd Wood & Iron Travel Trunk from France
Located in Charleston, SC
Rare traveling trunk from that period which has a curved top to provide a greater solidity as it
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Early 19th Century French Empire Rare Antique Padlock

Materials

Iron

Antique Georgian Pinchbeck Snake Chain, Antique Gold Snake Chain Necklace
Located in Rottedam, NL
An extremely rare and highly collectable Georgian era chain necklace with an original snake-shaped
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Early 19th Century British Georgian Rare Antique Padlock

Materials

Pinchbeck, Gold

Antique Georgian Coral Necklace 18 Carat Gold Heart Locket, circa 1780
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
locket necklace is Circa 1780. Due to its age, Georgian jewellery is quite rare, with some pieces
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1780s British Georgian Rare Antique Padlock

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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Rare Antique Padlock For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the rare antique padlock you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, iron and oak, every rare antique padlock was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer rare antique padlock, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each rare antique padlock bearing Art Deco, Empire or Victorian hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made rare antique padlock over the years, but those crafted by Howell James & Co. and Hukin & Heath are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Rare Antique Padlock?

Prices for a rare antique padlock start at $805 and top out at $38,318 with the average selling for $3,750.