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Skeleton Key
By Gary John
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles street artist Gary John exploded onto the international art scene first during Art Basel Miami in 2013. John’s playfully bold work quickly gained attention and he was nam...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Street Art Mixed Media

Materials

Mixed Media, Acrylic, Newsprint

Yellow Gold Skeleton Key Pendant - 14k Love
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Theme: Skeleton Key, Love Measurements Tall: 1 21/32" (41.6mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Vintage Skeleton Key Charm - 9k Etched Pendant
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Vintage Metal Content: 9k Yellow Gold Theme: Skeleton Key Features: Etched Detailing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Set of Four Large Vintage Skeleton Keys on a Ring
Located in San Diego, CA
Set of four large vintage skeleton keys on a ring, circa 1950s. The set is in good vintage
Category

Mid-20th Century American Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

Art Nouveau, Skeleton Key with Diamond Charm Pendant, 24K Gold & 0.02ct Diamonds
Located in Bozeman, MT
Skeleton Key and Diamond Charm Pendant, 24kt Yellow Gold and 0.02ct Diamonds, comes with 16" gold
Category

2010s Turkish Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

White gold flower-skeleton key pendant w/ pave set diamonds with platinum chain
Located in Surfside, FL
Flower-skeleton key pendant with pave set diamonds in 18k white gold with platinum chain. Approx
Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Gold, Platinum

Skeleton Key by Joseph Conrad-Ferm, Mixed Media Canvas, REP by Tuleste Factory
By Joseph Conrad-Ferm
Located in New York, NY
Skeleton Key by Joseph Conrad-Ferm, 2007- 2008 Mixed Media 50 × 48 in 127 × 121.9 cm Mixed media
Category

Early 2000s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Archival Paper

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
Category

Antique 18th Century German Baroque Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Iron, Metal

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
Category

Antique 18th Century German Baroque Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Metal, Iron

White Gold Sapphire Diamond Crowned Skeleton Key Pendant 14k Pear .40ctw Royalty
Located in Greensboro, NC
- SI2 Total Carats: .40ctw Theme: Crowned Skeleton Key, Royalty Features: Milgrain Detailing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

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

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Folk Art Signs

Materials

Iron

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
Category

Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Mixed Metal

Art Deco Rose Cut Diamond Skeleton Key Jabot Pin in Platinum & 18K Gold
Located in Danvers, MA
period. Crafted of platinum and 18K gold, the piece features a figural skeleton key design in the form
Category

20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

J.H. Breakell & Co. Pendant Yellow Gold, 14k Heart Skeleton Key
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: J.H. Breakell & Co. Metal Content: Guaranteed 14k Gold as stamped Measurements: 1 3/16" (30.1mm) tall, 21/32" (16.1mm) top width, 11/32" (8.0mm) bottom width The interior of ...
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown More Jewelry

Materials

Yellow Gold

Round Brilliant Diamond-Accented Sirena Collection Pendant 14k Gold Skeleton Key
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Sirena Collection Metal Content: Guaranteed 14k Gold as stamped Stone Information: Natural Diamond - Clarity: SI1 Color: I Cut: Round Brilliant Carat: 0.06ct Measure...
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

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

Antique Late 19th Century American Primitive Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal

Early Key Trade Sign
Early Key Trade Sign
H 20 in W 60 in D 5 in
"The Treasure Key, " Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
spheres, coins and a skeleton key perched atop a marble ledge. About the artist: Ruddy Taveras was born
Category

2010s Photorealist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Early 20th C. 7 piece George III style Canon Ball Fireplace Tool Set
Located in Germantown, MD
set in great vintage condition with a bonus antique large skeleton key set of 5 Assorted Antique
Category

Early 20th Century American George III Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Brass

Tiffany & Co. Platinum 0.58ct Diamond Key Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
skeleton key with an oval bow. The pendant measures 1.75"" x 0.65"" and is fully embellished with round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

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

Vintage 1920s Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Key Charm
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Key Charm- This sparkling skeleton key charm is decorated
Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

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
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Keystone
Located in Denver, CO
life of a skeleton key hovering above a grey rock as they float on a blue surface.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Mid-Century Modern Secretary Desk
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, AR
Handsome secretary desk features unique legs and a functioning skeleton key to open the drop down
Category

Mid-20th Century Argentine Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Secretary Desk
Mid-Century Modern Secretary Desk
H 37.8 in W 33.08 in D 15.75 in
Vintage English Two Drawer Chest with Inlay & Brass Accents
Located in Troy, MI
on drawers - one skeleton key included. Unknown maker.
Category

Early 20th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Modernist Gentlemans Chest, Art Moderne, German, Mobelhaus Berghann
Located in Buffalo, NY
cubbies,,3 shelves and 2 drawers,Retains original European skeleton key,,locking to keep valuables safe.
Category

Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Rosewood, Satinwood

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
Category

Vintage 1910s American Mission Desks

Materials

Brass

Danish Modern Teak Bookcase Cupboard Display Cabinet with Locks
Located in Van Nuys, CA
fixed 3-shelf display on top all resting a tapered leg base. All 3 drawers featuring bronze skeleton key
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Teak

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

Vintage 1920s English Other Mounted Objects

Materials

Copper, Iron, Brass

Vintage Danish Teak Locking Storage Cabinet Credenza by Børge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen
Located in San Jose, CA
open storage space. Includes one adjustable shelf and the original skeleton key is included
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Modern Teak Cabinet with Brass Hinges Designed by Borge Mogensen
Located in Dallas, TX
brass hinges on this piece add just the right touch of subtle ornamentation. Includes original skeleton
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

1940s Japanese Style Bamboo Cabinet with Painted Panels
Located in Troy, MI
. Doors have functional lock and single skeleton key. Bamboo trim forms Japanese symbol/character on sides
Category

Mid-20th Century English Anglo-Japanese Cabinets

Materials

Grasscloth, Bamboo, Wood

Rare Vintage German Qualitasmobel Mcm 1950s Shrunk Glass Shelf Dry Bar Cabinet
By Karl Springer
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
gold trim. The left side has a striped glossy veneer door which opens with a skeleton key to a large
Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Hardwood

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
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Italian Empire Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Renzo Rutili Bleached Mahogany and White Micarta Long Cabinet
By Johnson Furniture Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
drawers. Beveled doors open to reveal single shelved compartments and are secured with locks and skeleton
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

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
Category

Early 20th Century French Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Brass

English Early 19th Century Lightened Oak Housekeeper's Cupboard
Located in Madison, MS
a skeleton key. There are two interior shelves in each of the three cabinets. All 6 bottom drawers
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Neoclassical Cupboards

Materials

Oak

Antique French Empire Mahogany Gilt Brass Pier Mirror
Located in New York, NY
door are keyed for secure locking, complemented by one barreled skeleton key. This exclusive piece
Category

Early 20th Century French Empire Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors

Materials

Brass

Vintage French Country Farmhouse Hand Painted Rooster Credenza Sideboard Console
Located in Dayton, OH
credenza, console or sideboard. Includes ornate skeleton keys for each door. Naturally distressed giving
Category

Late 20th Century French Provincial Credenzas

Materials

Hardwood, Paint

Danish Modern Teak Desk W/ Bookcase by Erik Brouer for Brouer Møbelfabrik
By Brouer Mobel, Erik Brouer
Located in North Hollywood, CA
features three dovetail drawers and a file drawer that comes equipped with a skeleton key, providing you
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

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
Category

Antique 19th Century European Folk Art Mounted Objects

Materials

Bronze, Wrought Iron

French Brass Serving Utensils and Holder, 6 Pieces
Located in Cordova, SC
better sometimes. The hanging bar has the looks of the end of a skeleton key where each utensil hooks
Category

Vintage 1930s French Other Wall Decorations

Materials

Brass

Rare Danish Modern Secretary Desk by Vitré in Teak, Denmark, c. 1970s
Located in Deland, FL
security with a skeleton key. With this securing function and the drop down the cabinet can double as a bar
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Antique Tiger Oak 3 Drawer Dresser or Dressing Table with Oval Mirror
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
drawers takes a skeleton key for securing belongings. (not included) Dimensions: 40" Wide 20" Deep on
Category

Antique Early 1900s American American Craftsman Dressers

Materials

Metal

Sterling Silver Key with white sapphire pave is custom made to fit your lock!
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Inspired by the classic skeleton key’s iconic shaped design, our Iconic Sterling Silver, Neo
Category

20th Century Italian Neoclassical Silver Bowls

Materials

Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretary Desk Cabinet / Bar in Teak Wood
By Paul McCobb
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
teak artistry, this refined secretary desk features distinctively tapered legs and a practical skeleton
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Teak

Blue Painted Bookcase Display Cabinet with Glass Doors, Denmark circa 1840
Located in Round Top, TX
of age and do not detract from the beauty nor function of this cabinet. One skeleton key included to
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Danish Gustavian Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Pine, Paint

Birch Karl Johan Secretary Bureau from Sweden, circa 1840-60
By Karl Johan
Located in Round Top, TX
" for the exterior longer drawers, at least 2 skeleton keys will be included with purchase. This
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Secretaires

Materials

Birch

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
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Country Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Paint

White Painted Small Side Table With Three Drawers, Sweden circa 1890
Located in Round Top, TX
brass pulls while a skeleton key will be included as a "pull" to use with center drawer (lock does not
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Country Side Tables

Materials

Pine, Paint

Aldo Tura Goatskin Cocktail Cabinet, circa 1950 Italy
By Aldo Tura
Located in Los Angeles, CA
good vintage condition. No keys are included but it uses vintage skeleton keys so finding a correct
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

County Mayo Sunset
By Tom Irizarry Studio
Located in Chicago, IL
closer, I could see her pull the skeleton key from her apron to open the door to take me to dinner
Category

2010s Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antique Baltic Empire Biedermeier Period Flame Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Forney, TX
. Original key not included but we will provide a skeleton key to easily open the drawers. Delivered
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Baltic Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Brass

Danish Modern Secretary Desk Vanity in Teak by Arne Wahl Iversen, Denmark, 1960s
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Vatne Møbler
Located in Deland, FL
two locks (with matching skeleton key) function exactly as they should. This exceptional petite desk
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Horseshoe
By David Tanych
Located in Napa, CA
most recent pieces are big and bold, representing everyday objects such as a skeleton key and matching
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Horseshoe
H 72 in W 64 in D 24 in
Gyro
By David Tanych
Located in Napa, CA
most recent pieces are big and bold, representing everyday objects such as a skeleton key and matching
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Gyro
H 84 in W 84 in D 84 in
Small Bronze Corkscrew #16
By David Tanych
Located in Napa, CA
most recent pieces are big and bold, representing everyday objects such as a skeleton key and matching
Category

2010s Sculptures

Materials

Bronze, Steel

Hammer
By David Tanych
Located in Napa, CA
, representing everyday objects such as a skeleton key and matching keyhole, and a set of three jacks and a ball
Category

2010s Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Hammer
H 124 in W 48 in D 60 in
Five Nails
By David Tanych
Located in Napa, CA
most recent pieces are big and bold, representing everyday objects such as a skeleton key and matching
Category

2010s Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Five Nails
H 92 in W 81 in D 81 in
Mini Gyro
By David Tanych
Located in Napa, CA
most recent pieces are big and bold, representing everyday objects such as a skeleton key and matching
Category

2010s Contemporary Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Mini Gyro
H 21 in W 21 in D 21 in
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Skeleton Key For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the skeleton key you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Yellow Gold and 14k Gold. You can easily find a 12 antique edition and 1 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect skeleton key among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing skeleton key — no matter the origin — is easy, but Campanelli & Pear, Chanel and Theo Fennell each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A skeleton key of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 2, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a rose cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a skeleton key, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Skeleton Key?

The price for a skeleton key starts at $119 and tops out at $5,155 with these more-jewelry-watches, on average, selling for $610.
Questions About Skeleton Key
  • 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.