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Antique Skeleton Keys

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

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19th Century Industrial Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

An antique large padlock & skeleton key - France - Early XXth century.
An antique large padlock & skeleton key - France - Early XXth century.

An antique large padlock & skeleton key - France - Early XXth century.

Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR

Antique large padlock accompanied by its original functional skeleton key.

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Early 20th Century French Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Steel

An antique large padlock & skeleton key - France - Early XXth century.
An antique large padlock & skeleton key - France - Early XXth century.

An antique large padlock & skeleton key - France - Early XXth century.

Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR

Antique large padlock accompanied by its original functional skeleton key.

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Early 20th Century French Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Steel

Set of four Wrought Iron Skeleton Key Antique German Folk Art, 18th Century
Set of four Wrought Iron Skeleton Key Antique German Folk Art, 18th Century

Set of four Wrought Iron Skeleton Key Antique German Folk Art, 18th Century

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A lovely collection of old antique iron skeleton keys. Found at an estate sale in Nuremberg

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18th Century German Baroque Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Metal, Iron

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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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Mixed Metal

English Antique Oak Wardrobe with Corrugated Wood Doors, Shelves and Key
English Antique Oak Wardrobe with Corrugated Wood Doors, Shelves and Key

English Antique Oak Wardrobe with Corrugated Wood Doors, Shelves and Key

Located in San Francisco, CA

, two corrugated doors which can be locked with the skeleton key, crown molding and bun feet on the

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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Oak

Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Slant Front Desk, C1915
Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Slant Front Desk, C1915

Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Slant Front Desk, C1915

$1,195

H 40.25 in W 39 in D 17.5 in

Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Slant Front Desk, C1915

By Charles Limbert

Located in Port Jervis, NY

for storage. Original skeleton key and working locks. Shelves on each side. In excellent vintage

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1910s American Mission Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Brass

19th Century Lucky Horseshoes Cigar Humidor Blackened Wood Brass Tin Lined
19th Century Lucky Horseshoes Cigar Humidor Blackened Wood Brass Tin Lined

19th Century Lucky Horseshoes Cigar Humidor Blackened Wood Brass Tin Lined

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Script & 4 Horseshoe Adornments, Original Working Lock and Skeleton Key. Tin Lined Interior. Good usable

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Mid-19th Century American High Victorian Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Wood

Early 19th Century Early Victorian Burlwood Sideboard Server
Early 19th Century Early Victorian Burlwood Sideboard Server

Early 19th Century Early Victorian Burlwood Sideboard Server

$1,500Sale Price|25% Off

H 72 in W 49 in D 23 in

Early 19th Century Early Victorian Burlwood Sideboard Server

Located in Pueblo, CO

original brass hardware, skeleton key for opening doors, does not lock.

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Early 19th Century American Early Victorian Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Marble

Antique Steel Apothecary Medicine Cabinet With Mirror
Antique Steel Apothecary Medicine Cabinet With Mirror

Antique Steel Apothecary Medicine Cabinet With Mirror

Located in Brooklyn, NY

glass pulls on it's ten drawers. The glass front center doors open with a skeleton key. The painted

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Steel, Iron

Fornasetti Decorated Antique Italian Writing Desk
Fornasetti Decorated Antique Italian Writing Desk

Fornasetti Decorated Antique Italian Writing Desk

By Fornasetti

Located in Hudson, NY

pattern of gold and silver-colored skeleton keys. The desk features a drop down leather topped writing

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Early 19th Century Italian Empire Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Mahogany

Early 20th Century English Bleached and Carved Oak Cabinet
Early 20th Century English Bleached and Carved Oak Cabinet

Early 20th Century English Bleached and Carved Oak Cabinet

Located in Troy, MI

functional locks, drawer locks do not work. Two skeleton keys included. This cabinet features a center stack

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Early 1900s English French Provincial Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Brass

Empire Style Demi Lune Marble Topped Two Door Commode with Two Drawers
Empire Style Demi Lune Marble Topped Two Door Commode with Two Drawers

Empire Style Demi Lune Marble Topped Two Door Commode with Two Drawers

Located in Troy, MI

, apricot and white. One skeleton key. One side cabinet is missing internal shelf. Very good

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Early 20th Century French Empire Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Marble, Brass

R J Horner Bird's Eye Maple and Faux Bamboo Chiffonier
R J Horner Bird's Eye Maple and Faux Bamboo Chiffonier

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 Skeleton Keys

Materials

Faux Bamboo, Birdseye Maple

Spanish Colonial Inlaid Travel Desk, Wood and Iron, 17th Century
Spanish Colonial Inlaid Travel Desk, Wood and Iron, 17th Century

Spanish Colonial Inlaid Travel Desk, Wood and Iron, 17th Century

Located in Bradenton, FL

wrought iron-mounted hinges and a hand-cut plate. Skeleton Key is included. The piece is beautifully

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18th Century Peruvian Spanish Colonial Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Iron

Antique Architectural Parcel Gilt Wrought Iron Sculpture
Antique Architectural Parcel Gilt Wrought Iron Sculpture

Antique Architectural Parcel Gilt Wrought Iron Sculpture

Located in Forney, TX

elements, in a rustic parcel gilt finish, including door lock, latch, and skeleton key, fleur-de-lis motifs

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19th Century European Folk Art Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Bronze, Wrought Iron

Inlaid Mahogany Empire Chest of Drawers, Denmark circa 1810
Inlaid Mahogany Empire Chest of Drawers, Denmark circa 1810

Inlaid Mahogany Empire Chest of Drawers, Denmark circa 1810

Located in Round Top, TX

exceptional inlaid chest of drawers. Skeleton key will be included to use as pull, locks do not function

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Early 19th Century Danish Empire Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Mid-19th Century English Pine Blanket Chest with Porcelain Knobs
Mid-19th Century English Pine Blanket Chest with Porcelain Knobs

Mid-19th Century English Pine Blanket Chest with Porcelain Knobs

Located in Mckinney, TX

candle box (very rare to find!). Original skeleton key and lock are present, along with brass

Category

Mid-19th Century English Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Porcelain, Pine

Late 18th Century Large French Bookcase Deux Corps Display Cabinet
Late 18th Century Large French Bookcase Deux Corps Display Cabinet

Late 18th Century Large French Bookcase Deux Corps Display Cabinet

Located in Round Top, TX

skeleton keys are included. Some locks function, while others use key to serve as pulls only. Typical age

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Late 18th Century French French Provincial Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Pine

Early 19th Century Spanish Chestnut Console Table
Early 19th Century Spanish Chestnut Console Table

Early 19th Century Spanish Chestnut Console Table

Located in Round Top, TX

base. Two drawers, each fitted with two drop pulls and an old skeleton key (locks non-functioning

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19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Chestnut

Original Blue Painted Small Cabinet or Nightstand, Sweden circa 1860-80
Original Blue Painted Small Cabinet or Nightstand, Sweden circa 1860-80

Original Blue Painted Small Cabinet or Nightstand, Sweden circa 1860-80

Located in Round Top, TX

paneled doors with fluted details. Skeleton key is used as a pull to open the drawer. A twist knob on the

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Late 19th Century Swedish Country Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Wood, Paint

Late 18th Century Swedish Inlaid Oak Commode Chest of Three Drawers
Late 18th Century Swedish Inlaid Oak Commode Chest of Three Drawers

Late 18th Century Swedish Inlaid Oak Commode Chest of Three Drawers

Located in Round Top, TX

use and do not detract from the beauty nor function of this oak chest of three drawers. Large skeleton

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Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Brass, Iron

Original Red Painted 19th Century Swedish Pine Chest of Three Drawers
Original Red Painted 19th Century Swedish Pine Chest of Three Drawers

Original Red Painted 19th Century Swedish Pine Chest of Three Drawers

Located in Round Top, TX

be used and enjoyed. Each of the three drawers open using an old skeleton key as a pull (locks no

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Early 19th Century Swedish Country Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Pine, Paint

19th Century Rustic Swedish Painted Pine Secretary
19th Century Rustic Swedish Painted Pine Secretary

19th Century Rustic Swedish Painted Pine Secretary

$5,100

H 48 in W 49.5 in D 23.25 in

19th Century Rustic Swedish Painted Pine Secretary

Located in Round Top, TX

two pulls on each, one skeleton key include as an accent. All nicks, scratches, dings, signs of wear

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Rustic Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Pine, Paint

Heavily Carved Pine Armoire from Austria, dated 1815
Heavily Carved Pine Armoire from Austria, dated 1815

Heavily Carved Pine Armoire from Austria, dated 1815

Located in Round Top, TX

skeleton key and lock still function. Restored, this armoire is stable and ready for use. The wax finish

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Early 19th Century Austrian Baroque Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Pine, Paint

19th Century Swedish Gustavian White Small Sideboard Cabinet
19th Century Swedish Gustavian White Small Sideboard Cabinet

19th Century Swedish Gustavian White Small Sideboard Cabinet

Located in Round Top, TX

/distress to finish. Skeleton key (1) works to open locks and use as pull on both the upper drawer and

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Oak, Paint

Swedish Gustavian Corner Cupboard, Painted Pine, Circa 1800-1830
Swedish Gustavian Corner Cupboard, Painted Pine, Circa 1800-1830

Swedish Gustavian Corner Cupboard, Painted Pine, Circa 1800-1830

Located in Mckinney, TX

and use. The original skeleton key and lock are present. Upper lock catch is functional and helps

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Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Pine

Original Hand Painted Swedish Cabinet Cupboard, Dated 1818
Original Hand Painted Swedish Cabinet Cupboard, Dated 1818

Original Hand Painted Swedish Cabinet Cupboard, Dated 1818

Located in Round Top, TX

traditional spoon rack. A skeleton key is included to use as pull (lock no longer functions). Restored, this

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Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Pine, Paint

Swedish Rococo Tobacco Cabinet, Pine with Historic Paint, Circa 1720
Swedish Rococo Tobacco Cabinet, Pine with Historic Paint, Circa 1720

Swedish Rococo Tobacco Cabinet, Pine with Historic Paint, Circa 1720

Located in Mckinney, TX

pulls. Paneled door with vertical reeded detail. The original skeleton key and lock are present

Category

Mid-18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Pine, Paint

Early 19th Century Danish Mahogany Empire Inlaid Secretary Bureau
Early 19th Century Danish Mahogany Empire Inlaid Secretary Bureau

Early 19th Century Danish Mahogany Empire Inlaid Secretary Bureau

Located in Round Top, TX

skeleton key as a pull; locks no longer function. The cabinet is constructed in three sections for easier

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Early 19th Century Danish Empire Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Leather, Mahogany, Ivory

19th Century Swedish Original Painted Pine Corner Cabinet
19th Century Swedish Original Painted Pine Corner Cabinet

19th Century Swedish Original Painted Pine Corner Cabinet

Located in Round Top, TX

dowry present. Both original locks function with a single included skeleton key. Scratches, dings

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Early 19th Century Swedish Country Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Pine, Paint

French Louis XV Style Hand-Painted Curio Vitrine Cabinet
French Louis XV Style Hand-Painted Curio Vitrine Cabinet

French Louis XV Style Hand-Painted Curio Vitrine Cabinet

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Accents, Original Skeleton Key Style: French Louis XV This elegant curio vitrine cabinet exemplifies

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1920s French Louis XV Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Brass

Swedish Pine Secretary, circa 1860-80
Swedish Pine Secretary, circa 1860-80

Swedish Pine Secretary, circa 1860-80

$2,800

H 48.75 in W 18 in D 45.5 in

Swedish Pine Secretary, circa 1860-80

Located in Round Top, TX

. Lock does not function, skeleton key will be included to use as pull only. Restored and waxed, this

Category

Late 19th Century Swedish Country Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Pine

19th Century Swedish Black Painted Pine Partner’s Desk
19th Century Swedish Black Painted Pine Partner’s Desk

19th Century Swedish Black Painted Pine Partner’s Desk

Located in Round Top, TX

consistent with use. On one side, the left two drawers open and lock with the included skeleton key, while

Category

Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Pine, Paint

18th Century Danish Oak Secretary Bureau, Painted Black
18th Century Danish Oak Secretary Bureau, Painted Black

18th Century Danish Oak Secretary Bureau, Painted Black

Located in Round Top, TX

complement the age and character of this stately bureau. The upper cabinet locks with a large skeleton key

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18th Century Danish Rococo Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Oak

Early 19th Century Danish Original Painted Pine Chest of Five Drawers
Early 19th Century Danish Original Painted Pine Chest of Five Drawers

Early 19th Century Danish Original Painted Pine Chest of Five Drawers

Located in Round Top, TX

, while the top drawer opens using a skeleton key as a pull only. Expected age-related wear includes

Category

Early 19th Century Danish Country Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Brass

19th Century Original Red-Painted Danish Pine Chest of Five Drawers
19th Century Original Red-Painted Danish Pine Chest of Five Drawers

19th Century Original Red-Painted Danish Pine Chest of Five Drawers

Located in Round Top, TX

construction. The left side of the bottom drawer has a divider to separate items stored there. Skeleton keys

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Early 19th Century Danish Folk Art Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Wood, Pine, Paint

19th Century Swedish Blue Oak Secretary Bureau
19th Century Swedish Blue Oak Secretary Bureau

19th Century Swedish Blue Oak Secretary Bureau

Located in Round Top, TX

be used as pull for upper cabinet. Skeleton key and lock function for the desktop. The lower large

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Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Brass

19th Century Original Painted Swedish Secretary Dated 1807
19th Century Original Painted Swedish Secretary Dated 1807

19th Century Original Painted Swedish Secretary Dated 1807

Located in Round Top, TX

silver. The desktop opens and rests on extending arms; the skeleton key is present and used as a pull

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Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Brass

18th Century Painted Oak Secretary, Denmark
18th Century Painted Oak Secretary, Denmark

18th Century Painted Oak Secretary, Denmark

$8,700

H 79 in W 47.75 in D 22.75 in

18th Century Painted Oak Secretary, Denmark

Located in Round Top, TX

used as a pull only. The lower three drawers open using the attached brass pulls. A skeleton key is

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Mid-18th Century Danish Rococo Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Brass

French 19th Century Louis XV Style Ormolu-Mounted Bureau Plat Desk
French 19th Century Louis XV Style Ormolu-Mounted Bureau Plat Desk

French 19th Century Louis XV Style Ormolu-Mounted Bureau Plat Desk

By Paul Sormani

Located in Los Angeles, CA

stamped W S M, 6068, a key (lacking skeleton key), and 148. Veuve Paul Sormani Et Fils was the widow of

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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

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Art Nouveau Austrian Amber Glass Decanter with Silver Lock and Key
Art Nouveau Austrian Amber Glass Decanter with Silver Lock and Key

Art Nouveau Austrian Amber Glass Decanter with Silver Lock and Key

Located in Allentown, PA

. Marked Austria on collar. The skeleton key unlocks and locks to access the clear glass stopper.

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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Skeleton Keys

Small 19th Century French Console
Small 19th Century French Console

Small 19th Century French Console

Unavailable

H 29.5 in W 24 in D 17 in

Small 19th Century French Console

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful French, 19th century console made of rosewood. Brass skeleton key and keyhole. Also has a

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19th Century French Antique Skeleton Keys

Painted Belgian Chest of Drawers
Painted Belgian Chest of Drawers

Painted Belgian Chest of Drawers

Unavailable

H 37.5 in W 43 in D 21 in

Painted Belgian Chest of Drawers

Located in Plainville, KS

to be opened with a decorative skeleton key (not included), mushroom-shaped wood drawer pulls

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19th Century Belgian Antique Skeleton Keys

19th Century French Armoire
19th Century French Armoire

19th Century French Armoire

Unavailable

H 78 in W 37.75 in D 23.5 in

19th Century French Armoire

Located in Los Angeles, CA

skeleton key.

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19th Century French Art Deco Antique Skeleton Keys

ebonized victorian cabinet
ebonized victorian cabinet

ebonized victorian cabinet

Unavailable

H 85 in W 47.5 in D 16.5 in

ebonized victorian cabinet

Located in Los Angeles, CA

door and working skeleton key. original brass hardware on drawer with decorative key.

Category

19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Wood

Dark Oak Triangular Display Case
Dark Oak Triangular Display Case

Dark Oak Triangular Display Case

Unavailable

H 42.5 in W 41.25 in D 21 in

Dark Oak Triangular Display Case

Located in New York, NY

skeleton keys/locks. Originally for displaying sharpening stones, would adapt well to show jewelry or other

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Early 20th Century American Antique Skeleton Keys

Fine Inlaid Ivory & Rosewood Writing Table  c.1860 SATURDAY SALE
Fine Inlaid Ivory & Rosewood Writing Table  c.1860 SATURDAY SALE

Fine Inlaid Ivory & Rosewood Writing Table c.1860 SATURDAY SALE

Located in West Palm beach, FL

contain panels, top and drawers. There are fourteen separate drawers with skeleton keys. Writing table top

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19th Century French Grand Tour Antique Skeleton Keys

19th Century Pair of French Iron Conservatory Doors Restored in Original Frame
19th Century Pair of French Iron Conservatory Doors Restored in Original Frame

19th Century Pair of French Iron Conservatory Doors Restored in Original Frame

Located in Atlanta, GA

skeleton keys for this lock. Additional keys available upon request. The interior side of the entry has

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19th Century French Gothic Antique Skeleton Keys

1880 Biedermeier Walnut Dropfront Marble-Top Secretaire Desk
1880 Biedermeier Walnut Dropfront Marble-Top Secretaire Desk

1880 Biedermeier Walnut Dropfront Marble-Top Secretaire Desk

Unavailable

H 58.75 in W 41.75 in D 18.25 in

1880 Biedermeier Walnut Dropfront Marble-Top Secretaire Desk

Located in Birmingham, AL

leather surface, two skeleton keys operate all three functioning locks. Beautifully bright walnut wood

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18th Century and Earlier German Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Walnut

Original Louis XIII-Style Two-Door Armoire Cabinet, French, 19th Century
Original Louis XIII-Style Two-Door Armoire Cabinet, French, 19th Century

Original Louis XIII-Style Two-Door Armoire Cabinet, French, 19th Century

Located in Miami, FL

hardware is hand-hammered metal and original 19th century lock and skeleton key that are intact and in

Category

Late 19th Century French Louis XIII Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Metal

19th Century Tramp Art Desk
19th Century Tramp Art Desk

19th Century Tramp Art Desk

Unavailable

H 52.5 in W 34.75 in D 18.75 in

19th Century Tramp Art Desk

Located in Saint James, NY

a simple hidden wood mechanism that opens a secret compartment. The skeleton key still opens the

Category

Late 19th Century North American Folk Art Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Mirror, Wood

18th Century English Lock Pickers Skeleton Keys
18th Century English Lock Pickers Skeleton Keys

18th Century English Lock Pickers Skeleton Keys

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H 9.45 in W 4.73 in D 1.97 in

18th Century English Lock Pickers Skeleton Keys

Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex

Scarce set of 18th century lock pickers skeleton keys, hand-forged in wrought iron with original

Category

Late 18th Century French Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Wrought Iron

18th and 19th Century Lock Pickers Skeleton Keys
18th and 19th Century Lock Pickers Skeleton Keys

18th and 19th Century Lock Pickers Skeleton Keys

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H 11.42 in W 7.09 in D 1.97 in

18th and 19th Century Lock Pickers Skeleton Keys

Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex

Bunch of large 18th and 19th century primitive lock pickers skeleton keys. Largest key is 20cm

Category

18th Century French Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Iron

1800s Antique Tall Dresser Skeleton Key Dovetail Design Solid Cherry Wood
1800s Antique Tall Dresser Skeleton Key Dovetail Design Solid Cherry Wood

1800s Antique Tall Dresser Skeleton Key Dovetail Design Solid Cherry Wood

Located in Chula Vista, CA

1800s antique tall dresser skeleton key dovetail design solid cherry wood. Measures : 42.13 w x

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19th Century Sheraton Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Wood, Cherry

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

1800s Skeleton Key Locksmith Trade Sign

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H 38 in W 5 in D 19 in

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 Skeleton Keys

Materials

Iron

Early Key Trade Sign
Early Key Trade Sign

Early Key Trade Sign

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H 20 in W 60 in D 5 in

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 Skeleton Keys

Materials

Metal

19th Century Secretary with Drop Down Desk
19th Century Secretary with Drop Down Desk

19th Century Secretary with Drop Down Desk

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H 38.5 in W 46 in D 22 in

19th Century Secretary with Drop Down Desk

Located in North Miami, FL

Gorgeous antique secretary with two drawers and original hardware and skeleton keys.

Category

19th Century American Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Mahogany

Italian Ebonized Three Drawer Desk with Ivory Inlay
Italian Ebonized Three Drawer Desk with Ivory Inlay

Italian Ebonized Three Drawer Desk with Ivory Inlay

Located in New York City, NY

have locks with skeleton keys.

Category

19th Century Italian Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Wood, Ivory

Antique Lacquered Japenese Wood Keepsake Trinket Box, circa 1920s
Antique Lacquered Japenese Wood Keepsake Trinket Box, circa 1920s

Antique Lacquered Japenese Wood Keepsake Trinket Box, circa 1920s

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Antique Black Lacquered Japenese Wood Box With Skeleton Key Hole, circa 1920s. Measures 3" High

Category

1920s Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Wood

1880's Victorian Emerald Pearl 18 Karat Gold Key Stickpin
1880's Victorian Emerald Pearl 18 Karat Gold Key Stickpin

1880's Victorian Emerald Pearl 18 Karat Gold Key Stickpin

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a highly rendered skeleton key with deeply engraved details Featuring three emerald

Category

1880s French Victorian Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k ...

1800s Amerika Thorvald Bredson Colonial Domed Blanket Chest Steamer Trunk
1800s Amerika Thorvald Bredson Colonial Domed Blanket Chest Steamer Trunk

1800s Amerika Thorvald Bredson Colonial Domed Blanket Chest Steamer Trunk

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Appears all original, Early 1800s. A dome top with original lock and skeleton key. Measure: W

Category

Early 1800s American Federal Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Wood

Tall French Bleached Cabinet
Tall French Bleached Cabinet

Tall French Bleached Cabinet

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H 49 in W 65.75 in D 20.75 in

Tall French Bleached Cabinet

Located in Troy, MI

interior shelf. Center drawer and cabinets locks work with skeleton keys.

Category

19th Century French Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Oak

English Mahogany Glass Front Library Cabinet
English Mahogany Glass Front Library Cabinet

English Mahogany Glass Front Library Cabinet

Located in Troy, MI

with working skeleton key locks and decorative arched trim, circa 1920s. Five internal fixed shelves.

Category

Early 20th Century English Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Chippendale Style Mahogany Display Cabinet on Stand
Chippendale Style Mahogany Display Cabinet on Stand

Chippendale Style Mahogany Display Cabinet on Stand

Located in Troy, MI

Tall mahogany display cabinet on stand with glass-front top cabinet that locks with skeleton key

Category

19th Century English Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Metal

Small Georgian Mahogany Bureau Desk With Ivory Inlay
Small Georgian Mahogany Bureau Desk With Ivory Inlay

Small Georgian Mahogany Bureau Desk With Ivory Inlay

Located in Troy, MI

internal compartments. Skeleton key locks, three large bottom drawers, two smaller top drawers, brass

Category

19th Century English Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Brass

Ebonised English Sideboard with Brass Grills
Ebonised English Sideboard with Brass Grills

Ebonised English Sideboard with Brass Grills

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H 36.5 in W 58 in D 14.5 in

Ebonised English Sideboard with Brass Grills

Located in Troy, MI

brass grill inserts on two front doors that lock with skeleton key, circa 1920s. Two adjustable height

Category

Early 20th Century English Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Brass

Vintage Brass and Iron Padlock, Early 20th Century
Vintage Brass and Iron Padlock, Early 20th Century

Vintage Brass and Iron Padlock, Early 20th Century

Located in New York, NY

maker, it has copper rivets and 10 levers. Comes with original skeleton key. Sold as a decorative

Category

1920s English Other Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Copper, Iron, Brass

French Burl Wood Glove Box with Ivory and Mother of Pearl Inlay
French Burl Wood Glove Box with Ivory and Mother of Pearl Inlay

French Burl Wood Glove Box with Ivory and Mother of Pearl Inlay

Located in Troy, MI

Early 20th century French long and narrow burl wood lidded glove box. Locks with a skeleton key

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Wood, Satin, Ivory, Mother-of-Pearl

Bleached Oak Cupboard with Scrolled Top
Bleached Oak Cupboard with Scrolled Top

Bleached Oak Cupboard with Scrolled Top

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H 84 in W 44.5 in D 22.5 in

Bleached Oak Cupboard with Scrolled Top

Located in Troy, MI

glass, and working skeleton key. The fold down front panel reveals several small drawers over three

Category

Early 20th Century Dutch Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Brass

Antique American Victorian Secretary Desk w/ Drop Front
Antique American Victorian Secretary Desk w/ Drop Front

Antique American Victorian Secretary Desk w/ Drop Front

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Walnut, Mahogany, Brass Skeleton Key, Patinated

Category

1920s American Victorian Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Brass

Massive French 19th Century Walnut Armoire
Massive French 19th Century Walnut Armoire

Massive French 19th Century Walnut Armoire

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H 69.75 in W 99.38 in D 27.13 in

Massive French 19th Century Walnut Armoire

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

steel barrel hinges with all its original locking mechanisms and large skeleton key. This armoire

Category

19th Century French Antique Skeleton Keys

Antique Mahogany Locking Billiards or Pool Cue Rack
Antique Mahogany Locking Billiards or Pool Cue Rack

Antique Mahogany Locking Billiards or Pool Cue Rack

Located in Rio Vista, CA

locking doors labeled with white enamel numbers. There are 10 original skeleton keys that are numbered

Category

19th Century American Victorian Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Antique French Mercantile Showcase with 4 Doors
Antique French Mercantile Showcase with 4 Doors

Antique French Mercantile Showcase with 4 Doors

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H 47.25 in W 96.13 in D 27.25 in

Antique French Mercantile Showcase with 4 Doors

Located in Mckinney, TX

, interior, and baseboard have been scrubbed to reveal the natural wood. Simple locks and skeleton keys

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Early 20th Century French Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Wood

19th Century English Mahogany Campaign Style Desk
19th Century English Mahogany Campaign Style Desk

19th Century English Mahogany Campaign Style Desk

Located in Palm Beach, FL

that elevate the desk just enough to give it a lofty expression. Centre drawer locks with skeleton key.

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19th Century English Campaign Antique Skeleton Keys

French 19th Century Solid Walnut Louis Philippe Buffet
French 19th Century Solid Walnut Louis Philippe Buffet

French 19th Century Solid Walnut Louis Philippe Buffet

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

is a carved escutcheon plate where both drawers can be locked with their skeleton key. The doors are

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19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Skeleton Keys

Stately Louis Philippe Style Flame Mahogany & Marble Top Chest of Drawers
Stately Louis Philippe Style Flame Mahogany & Marble Top Chest of Drawers

Stately Louis Philippe Style Flame Mahogany & Marble Top Chest of Drawers

Located in Hopewell, NJ

but is used to open and close it. Not removeable. The other drawers are opened with a "skeleton key

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1880s American Louis Philippe Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Marble

Vintage Japanese Repousse Silver Dragon Keepsake/Jewelry Box
Vintage Japanese Repousse Silver Dragon Keepsake/Jewelry Box

Vintage Japanese Repousse Silver Dragon Keepsake/Jewelry Box

Located in Van Nuys, CA

skeleton key although the original key is not included. The box measurements are as follows: Exterior

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1920s Japanese Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Silver

Pair Swedish Gustavian Painted Commodes C. 1860
Pair Swedish Gustavian Painted Commodes C. 1860

Pair Swedish Gustavian Painted Commodes C. 1860

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H 30.25 in W 33.5 in D 16 in

Pair Swedish Gustavian Painted Commodes C. 1860

Located in Troy, MI

chests have functional locks and each chest has a skeleton key. Brass pull-ring hardware and escutcheons

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1860s Swedish Jacobean Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Brass

Ebonised Louis XVI Style Mahogany Commode with White Marble Top
Ebonised Louis XVI Style Mahogany Commode with White Marble Top

Ebonised Louis XVI Style Mahogany Commode with White Marble Top

Located in Troy, MI

lock with a skeleton key. Brass trim on drawer fronts and front legs and feet. Marble top has beveled

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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Marble, Brass

19th Century Regency Mahogany Butler's Desk or Secretary
19th Century Regency Mahogany Butler's Desk or Secretary

19th Century Regency Mahogany Butler's Desk or Secretary

Located in Rio Vista, CA

skeleton key. The chest of drawers is finished in rich mahogany with a strong Hepplewhite influenced style

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19th Century English Regency Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Brass

Early 18th Century Queen Anne/George I Japanned Chinoiserie Corner Cupboard
Early 18th Century Queen Anne/George I Japanned Chinoiserie Corner Cupboard

Early 18th Century Queen Anne/George I Japanned Chinoiserie Corner Cupboard

Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

ensure the longevity of the piece. Similarly, the locks and skeleton key, fretwork hinges, chased

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18th Century English Queen Anne Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Exterior Door with Diamond Glass Lites
19th Century French Exterior Door with Diamond Glass Lites

19th Century French Exterior Door with Diamond Glass Lites

Located in Mckinney, TX

opposite side. Original metal lock box and skeleton key are present. 3 partial barrel hinges remain

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Early 20th Century French Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Glass, Wood

Mid 19th Century Swedish Black Painted Writing Desk
Mid 19th Century Swedish Black Painted Writing Desk

Mid 19th Century Swedish Black Painted Writing Desk

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H 30.5 in W 44.5 in D 28.75 in

Mid 19th Century Swedish Black Painted Writing Desk

Located in Round Top, TX

skeleton key used as a pull, and four smaller drawers opened with a second skeleton key (locks no longer

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19th Century Gustavian Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Pine

Vintage French Pharmacy Shop Counter
Vintage French Pharmacy Shop Counter

Vintage French Pharmacy Shop Counter

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H 31.13 in W 78.75 in D 28.13 in

Vintage French Pharmacy Shop Counter

Located in Mckinney, TX

retains its original locking mechanism, complete with a skeleton key, adding to its historical allure

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Early 20th Century French Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Wood, Oak

18th Century English Chinoiserie Lacquered Secretary Cabinet
18th Century English Chinoiserie Lacquered Secretary Cabinet

18th Century English Chinoiserie Lacquered Secretary Cabinet

Located in Rio Vista, CA

with skeleton keys all made of German brass. The gilt finish is rich and vibrant with a beautiful

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18th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Pine Writing Desk with Hutch
19th Century French Pine Writing Desk with Hutch

19th Century French Pine Writing Desk with Hutch

Located in Mckinney, TX

the upper cabinet and central drawer securely lock using the original skeleton key. Comprising two

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Pine

Antique Eastlake Victorian Walnut Bookcase Display Case
Antique Eastlake Victorian Walnut Bookcase Display Case

Antique Eastlake Victorian Walnut Bookcase Display Case

Located in Topeka, KS

cabinet. Double doors with glass in the top 2/3 and carved wood in the bottom 1/3 lock with a skeleton key

Category

Late 19th Century Eastlake Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Walnut

19th Century French Chest of Drawers
19th Century French Chest of Drawers

19th Century French Chest of Drawers

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H 32.5 in W 43.5 in D 25 in

19th Century French Chest of Drawers

Located in Mckinney, TX

old, is probably not original. One escutcheon is missing, and the skeleton keys are not present

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Early 19th Century French Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Wood

Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Wall Cupboard
Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Wall Cupboard

Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Wall Cupboard

Located in Mckinney, TX

skeleton key are present. A hand-forged iron hook is attached to the back of the cupboard for hanging

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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Wood

19th Century Gray Swedish Gustavian Narrow Pine Sideboard
19th Century Gray Swedish Gustavian Narrow Pine Sideboard

19th Century Gray Swedish Gustavian Narrow Pine Sideboard

Located in Round Top, TX

included skeleton key. Restored, strong, and stable, ready for use.  Please refer to professional photos

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19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Wood

Pine Bow Front Corner Cabinet Cupboard, Sweden circa 1800-20
Pine Bow Front Corner Cabinet Cupboard, Sweden circa 1800-20

Pine Bow Front Corner Cabinet Cupboard, Sweden circa 1800-20

Located in Round Top, TX

locks; two skeleton keys will be included to use as pulls. All scratches, cracks, dings, and age related

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Early 19th Century Swedish Country Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Pine

Original Painted Side Table With Single Drawer, Sweden circa 1860-80
Original Painted Side Table With Single Drawer, Sweden circa 1860-80

Original Painted Side Table With Single Drawer, Sweden circa 1860-80

Located in Round Top, TX

. One skeleton key included to use as pull. The original paint has been worn down to the warm pine

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Country Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Pine, Paint

White Painted Swedish Display Cabinet Bookcase, circa 1840-60
White Painted Swedish Display Cabinet Bookcase, circa 1840-60

White Painted Swedish Display Cabinet Bookcase, circa 1840-60

Located in Round Top, TX

bookcase. Locks no longer function, skeleton keys to be included for use as pulls (minimum 2). All

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Country Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Pine, Paint

19th Century French Serpentine Chest of Drawers
19th Century French Serpentine Chest of Drawers

19th Century French Serpentine Chest of Drawers

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H 42.88 in W 52.75 in D 24.13 in

19th Century French Serpentine Chest of Drawers

Located in Mckinney, TX

and skeleton keys have been lost somewhere along the way. The dresser boasts a natural finish

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Early 19th Century French Provincial Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Oak

18th Century Blanket Chest with Turned Feet
18th Century Blanket Chest with Turned Feet

18th Century Blanket Chest with Turned Feet

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H 23.25 in W 44.5 in D 20.25 in

18th Century Blanket Chest with Turned Feet

Located in Mckinney, TX

skeleton key has been lost along the way (as found). The chest is of solid pine construction using

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Late 18th Century American Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Pine

19th Century English Pine Blanket Chest
19th Century English Pine Blanket Chest

19th Century English Pine Blanket Chest

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H 31.38 in W 58.13 in D 26.25 in

19th Century English Pine Blanket Chest

Located in Mckinney, TX

candle box (very rare to find!). Original skeleton key and lock are present, along with brass

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Mid-19th Century English Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Porcelain, Pine

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Located in Brønshøj, DK

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20th Century Danish Victorian Antique Skeleton Keys

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Edo Period Samurai Suit Of Armor

$188,500

H 51.25 in W 25.75 in D 22.63 in

Edo Period Samurai Suit Of Armor

Located in New Orleans, LA

This exquisite Tetsusabiji Uchidashi Gomai Dou Gusoku (Five-Plate Russet Iron Embossed Cuirass Armor), crafted in the 18th century, exemplifies the pinnacle of Edo-period samurai arm...

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18th Century Asian Edo Antique Skeleton Keys

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Copper, Iron

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By Guggenheim Museum, Pauly et Cie

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

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19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Skeleton Keys

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Walnut

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A Pair of Ketland and Co. Flintlock Pistols

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$3,900 / set

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Located in Greenwich, CT

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18th Century English George III Antique Skeleton Keys

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Walnut

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Located in Meer, VAN

Very Rare Antique Armada Box or Strongbox in Iron Early 17th Century A truly wonderful 400 year old museum worthy ‘strongbox’ or ‘armada box’. Most probably German, around 1600-1620...

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17th Century European Medieval Antique Skeleton Keys

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Iron

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$67,500

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By Pauly et Cie

Located in Queens, NY

Italian Venetian Grotto (19th cent.) silver gilt settee with triple seashell seat and dolphin & seahorse motif (att: Pauly et Cie, Venice)

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19th Century Italian Romantic Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Silver Leaf

Antique German 15th- 16th Century Infantry Armour with Bascinet, Sword & Halberd
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Located in Doha, QA

This extraordinary and remarkably well-preserved ensemble represents a complete set of late medieval German infantry armour, dating from the 15th to early 16th century. Forged entire...

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15th Century and Earlier German Gothic Antique Skeleton Keys

Materials

Steel

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The Linke Grand Regulator World's Fair Clock

$785,000

H 123 in W 38.75 in D 22 in

The Linke Grand Regulator World's Fair Clock

By François Linke

Located in New Orleans, LA

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20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Skeleton Keys

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19th C. Gold, Damascene, Etched Steel Casket Box/Safe with Noble Coat of Arms
19th C. Gold, Damascene, Etched Steel Casket Box/Safe with Noble Coat of Arms

19th C. Gold, Damascene, Etched Steel Casket Box/Safe with Noble Coat of Arms

Located in New York, NY

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1850s French Renaissance Revival Antique Skeleton Keys

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Gold, Steel

Art Nouveau mahogany woodwork from Café Barjot in Paris, 1905
Art Nouveau mahogany woodwork from Café Barjot in Paris, 1905

Art Nouveau mahogany woodwork from Café Barjot in Paris, 1905

$220,632

H 114.57 in W 472.45 in D 149.61 in

Art Nouveau mahogany woodwork from Café Barjot in Paris, 1905

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

This woodwork characteristic of the Art Nouveau style comes from the Café Barjot located avenue Ledru-Rollin in the 12th district of Paris, it was made in 1905. It is composed on a f...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Skeleton Keys

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Wood, Mahogany, Stained Glass

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Antique Skeleton Keys For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of antique skeleton keys is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique skeleton keys was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, mahogany and wood. There are all kinds of antique skeleton keys available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of antique skeleton keys to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Louis XVI, Empire and folk art antique skeleton keys are of considerable interest. James Ensor and Pauline Rader each produced beautiful antique skeleton keys that are worth considering.

How Much are Antique Skeleton Keys?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $4,995, while they’re typically $366 on the low end and $148,500 highest priced.

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