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Large Old Paris Porcelain Bombé Shaped White Glazed Box-Hinged and Footed
Large Old Paris Porcelain Bombé Shaped White Glazed Box-Hinged and Footed

Large Old Paris Porcelain Bombé Shaped White Glazed Box-Hinged and Footed

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

The nicely gilt hinged frame has a laurel wreath and bow thumb latch. The legs are cabriole shaped and typically Louis XV style.

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Antique 1880s French Louis XV Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Necklaces Tahitian Pearls Yellow Gold 18 Carat
Necklaces Tahitian Pearls Yellow Gold 18 Carat

Necklaces Tahitian Pearls Yellow Gold 18 Carat

$8,413Sale Price|20% Off

Dm 0.47 in L 19.69 in

Necklaces Tahitian Pearls Yellow Gold 18 Carat

Located in Vannes, FR

The 18-carat yellow gold clasp, designed in the form of a circle the same size as the pearls, is practical thanks to its thumb latch that allows the clasp to be opened and slid insid...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Baroque Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Reclaimed American Farmhouse Door
Reclaimed American Farmhouse Door

Reclaimed American Farmhouse Door

$950

H 64.5 in W 36.5 in D 2 in

Reclaimed American Farmhouse Door

Located in Mckinney, TX

Still intact is the early iron box lock and heart-shaped thumb latch, untouched and unrestored. A functional architectural salvage piece or a historic accent for a new build.

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Antique Late 18th Century American Doors and Gates

Materials

Wood

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Brass Clad Entry/Double Doors with Sidelights & Transoms
Brass Clad Entry/Double Doors with Sidelights & Transoms

Brass Clad Entry/Double Doors with Sidelights & Transoms

Located in Minneapolis, MN

Includes crash bar and thumb latch and keyed mortice. No Frame. circa: 1915 Condition: Fair Finish: Original Country of origin: USA Double door measurements: 64" wide (32” each do...

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Vintage 1910s North American Doors and Gates

Materials

Brass

British Ceylon Style Specimen Round Tilt-Top Table , 19th Century
British Ceylon Style Specimen Round Tilt-Top Table , 19th Century

British Ceylon Style Specimen Round Tilt-Top Table , 19th Century

Located in Charleston, SC

The exotic spiral marquetry inlay top with an Anglo-Indian taste is attached to the base with brass thumb screws and double brass latch to tilt the table for display.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Sri Lankan British Colonial Center Tables

Materials

Rosewood, Mahogany

Antique Door with Original Glass
Antique Door with Original Glass

Antique Door with Original Glass

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H 68 in W 30 in D 0.75 in

Antique Door with Original Glass

Located in Houston, TX

Handcrafted and retaining traces of the original green paint and iron thumb latch hardware, it's unusual size and beautiful wavy glass give this door a magical quality.

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Antique 19th Century French Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

18th Century English Eight Panel Oak Door
18th Century English Eight Panel Oak Door

18th Century English Eight Panel Oak Door

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H 77.165 in W 29.921 in D 0.984 in

18th Century English Eight Panel Oak Door

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

It is constructed from oak with ebony panels and fitted with ornate hinges and a thumb latch.

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Antique Mid-18th Century English Georgian Doors and Gates

Materials

Ebony, Oak

Antique Early 1800s Eastern European Pine Wardrobe Armoire With Original Paint
Antique Early 1800s Eastern European Pine Wardrobe Armoire With Original Paint

Antique Early 1800s Eastern European Pine Wardrobe Armoire With Original Paint

Located in Centennial, CO

Door is held closed with a thumb latch at the top. When thumb latch is released the top of the door sits proud of the frame by about an inch.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Hungarian Folk Art Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

19Th Century Welsh Oak Housekeepers Cupboard Or Linen Press
19Th Century Welsh Oak Housekeepers Cupboard Or Linen Press

19Th Century Welsh Oak Housekeepers Cupboard Or Linen Press

Located in London, GB

The piece is crowned by an elegant classical cornice, leading to panelled doors that reveal spacious enclosed shelves. One door features a thumb latch bolt, while the other is secure...

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Antique 1830s Welsh Georgian Linen Presses

Materials

Oak, Pine

Bronze Antique Arts & Crafts Door Pull or Handle with Thumb Latch
Bronze Antique Arts & Crafts Door Pull or Handle with Thumb Latch

Bronze Antique Arts & Crafts Door Pull or Handle with Thumb Latch

Located in New York, NY

This 9.125" long antique bronze arts & crafts door handle or pull comes with a thumb latch. One available. This can be seen at our 400 Gilligan St location in Scranton, PA.  

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20th Century American Arts and Crafts Doors and Gates

Materials

Bronze

Gold Mesh Bracelet with a Heart Shaped Thumb Latch-14 karat y.g.
Gold Mesh Bracelet with a Heart Shaped Thumb Latch-14 karat y.g.

Gold Mesh Bracelet with a Heart Shaped Thumb Latch-14 karat y.g.

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Solid 14 karat yellow gold mesh bracelet with heart shaped thumb catch plus a figure eight catch and safety chain on the side for safety. The mesh is quite interesting and partially ...

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Vintage 1950s Unknown Contemporary More Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold

Antique French Art Deco Silver, Enamel, and Marcasite Lorgnette
Antique French Art Deco Silver, Enamel, and Marcasite Lorgnette

Antique French Art Deco Silver, Enamel, and Marcasite Lorgnette

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Condition Details: The thumb latch and spring loaded glasses function well.

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20th Century French Art Deco Vanity Items

Materials

Marcasite, Silver, Enamel

Yale & Towne "Cluny" Right Hand Bronze Door Pull  Antique - 14.8 In.
Yale & Towne "Cluny" Right Hand Bronze Door Pull  Antique - 14.8 In.

Yale & Towne "Cluny" Right Hand Bronze Door Pull Antique - 14.8 In.

By Yale & Towne Manufacturing Co.

Located in New York, NY

This is an antique 14.8 inch bronze door pull with a cylinder lock insert and thumb latch. It was made by Yale & Towne in a Romanesque design called "Cluny".

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Early 20th Century American Doors and Gates

Materials

Bronze

1960s Old Growth Dark Walnut Cabinet Credenza Jens Risom Architectural Modern
1960s Old Growth Dark Walnut Cabinet Credenza Jens Risom Architectural Modern

1960s Old Growth Dark Walnut Cabinet Credenza Jens Risom Architectural Modern

By Jens Risom

Located in Hyattsville, MD

There is an original brass thumb latch to top of left door. This cabinet was loved and used but we think it has a wonderful patina and still very presentable.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Kennedy Kit Metal Toolbox, circa 1950s
Kennedy Kit Metal Toolbox, circa 1950s

Kennedy Kit Metal Toolbox, circa 1950s

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H 7.25 in W 16 in D 7.25 in

Kennedy Kit Metal Toolbox, circa 1950s

Located in San Francisco, CA

A metal toolbox with three latches and a distressed leather handle. The main thumb latch works properly but there is no key.

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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sheet Metal

Cartier 14K Rose Gold & Diamond Box
Cartier 14K Rose Gold & Diamond Box

Cartier 14K Rose Gold & Diamond Box

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H 0.63 in W 2.88 in D 2.13 in

Cartier 14K Rose Gold & Diamond Box

By Cartier

Located in Atlanta, GA

An elegant early 20th century Cartier bi-color 14K gold and rose gold hinged box with a thumb latch embellished by a row of graduated rose cut diamonds.

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Boxes and Cases

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Style Walnut Cherry Chevet Nightstand
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Style Walnut Cherry Chevet Nightstand

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Style Walnut Cherry Chevet Nightstand

Located in Centennial, CO

Original hinges and old brass thumb turn latch on the doors. Note the splits in the wood from age and wood shrinkage (side and back panels) as well as the old wood patch on the front...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Night Stands

Materials

Cherry, Walnut

Small White Opaline Box
Small White Opaline Box

Small White Opaline Box

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H 3 in W 3 in D 1.75 in

Small White Opaline Box

Located in St. Louis, MO

Small white opaline box, ormolu mounted with a thumb latch.

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20th Century French Boxes

Weiser Lock Company Starburst Mid-Century Door Hardware
Weiser Lock Company Starburst Mid-Century Door Hardware

Weiser Lock Company Starburst Mid-Century Door Hardware

By Weiser Lock 1

Located in Southfield, MI

An unused fully keyed Weiser Lock Company thumb latch lock set, dating to about 1960. Large and beautifully made set.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements

Miu Miu Black Paillettes Sequin Shopping Tote Argento with Blue Handles
Miu Miu Black Paillettes Sequin Shopping Tote Argento with Blue Handles

Miu Miu Black Paillettes Sequin Shopping Tote Argento with Blue Handles

By Miu Miu

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Contains 4 gold tone protective feet and for closure a leather strap with thumb latch lock. The interior is lined in blue sateen and includes two side zipper pockets one with a slit...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Top Handle Bags

19th c. English Three Pedestal Dining Table
19th c. English Three Pedestal Dining Table

19th c. English Three Pedestal Dining Table

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H 29.5 in W 102.5 in D 51 in

19th c. English Three Pedestal Dining Table

Located in Natchez, MS

All sections are flip top on two thumb bolt screws and latch system. The top is crotch mahogany with a chevron inlaid stringing and straight grained mahogany cross banding.

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Antique 19th Century English Dining Room Tables

Panel Cellar Door, Jamb and Original Thumb Latch Lift Hardware
Panel Cellar Door, Jamb and Original Thumb Latch Lift Hardware

Panel Cellar Door, Jamb and Original Thumb Latch Lift Hardware

Located in Minneapolis, MN

Original jamb for the door plus original thumb-latch lift hardware. Dimensions door: 30 wide x 80” tall x 2” thick.

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Early 20th Century Tudor Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Arts & Crafts Newlyn Copper Water Jug with Repousse Fish Decoration
Arts & Crafts Newlyn Copper Water Jug with Repousse Fish Decoration

Arts & Crafts Newlyn Copper Water Jug with Repousse Fish Decoration

By Newlyn Industrial School

Located in Heathfield, East Sussex

Beautifully domed lid with a thumb latch and rivetted spout and a basket weave wicker handle.

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Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Vases

Materials

Copper

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Pair of Massive Antique Arch Form Doors
Pair of Massive Antique Arch Form Doors

Pair of Massive Antique Arch Form Doors

$8,000 / set

H 114 in W 65 in D 2.75 in

Pair of Massive Antique Arch Form Doors

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A pair of antique doors with arched and paneled design with remnants of old green and other encrusted paint. The doors do have some old hinges and hardware as shown. Also a horizonta...

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Antique 19th Century Rustic Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Carved Doors with Distressed Wood and Gilt Accents
19th Century French Carved Doors with Distressed Wood and Gilt Accents

19th Century French Carved Doors with Distressed Wood and Gilt Accents

Located in Los Angeles, CA

These European antique carved doors are an elegant pair, showcasing classic craftsmanship and historical charm. We recently purchased them from a Beverly Hills home where they reside...

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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Doors and Gates

Materials

Brass

Mid-Victorian Moorish wrought & cast iron pergola or decorative garden structure
Mid-Victorian Moorish wrought & cast iron pergola or decorative garden structure

Mid-Victorian Moorish wrought & cast iron pergola or decorative garden structure

Located in London, GB

A monumental Moorish mid-Victorian wrought iron Pergola or Decorative Garden Structure, a unique masterpiece in High Victorian Ironwork design. Our research confirms it is French, da...

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Antique Late 19th Century European Moorish Architectural Elements

Materials

Wrought Iron

Victorian 20K Yellow Gold 7.99 Carat Old European Diamond Drop Earrings
Victorian 20K Yellow Gold 7.99 Carat Old European Diamond Drop Earrings

Victorian 20K Yellow Gold 7.99 Carat Old European Diamond Drop Earrings

Located in Cape May, NJ

Era: Victorian Estate Composition: 20K Yellow Gold Primary Stone: One Old European Cut Diamond Carat Weight: 3.39 Carats  Color/Clarity: Q to R / VVS2 GIA Report Number: 6233854...

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Wide Woven Italian Link Bracelet
Yellow Gold Wide Woven Italian Link Bracelet

Yellow Gold Wide Woven Italian Link Bracelet

Located in Stamford, CT

24.5mm wide 18k yellow gold wide woven Italian bracelet. 7.5 Inches 18k yellow gold Stamped: 18k 56.2 grams Length: 7.5 Inches Width: 24.5mm Thickness/depth 4.2mm

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Late 20th Century Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Brutalist Aluminum Door in Antique Bronze Finish
Brutalist Aluminum Door in Antique Bronze Finish

Brutalist Aluminum Door in Antique Bronze Finish

$8,700Sale Price|40% Off

H 80.5 in W 38.5 in D 0.25 in

Brutalist Aluminum Door in Antique Bronze Finish

By Billy Joe Mccarroll and David Gillespe

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Brutalist cast aluminum door in antique bronze finish in the style of Billy Joe Mccarrol and David Gillespie or Paul Evans. This is just the panel that can be cut / modified to be at...

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Vintage 1970s Belgian Brutalist Doors and Gates

Materials

Aluminum

Natural Turquoise Matrix Bead Necklace
Natural Turquoise Matrix Bead Necklace

Natural Turquoise Matrix Bead Necklace

Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE

A turquoise bead necklace with a 18k yellow gold clasp. The necklaces comprises 28 graduating Persian turquoise beads with a beautiful and harmonious colour. Each individual turquois...

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20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Turquoise Matrix, 18k Gold

Antique Fernch Floral  Diamond Platinum Wedding Tiara
Antique Fernch Floral  Diamond Platinum Wedding Tiara

Antique Fernch Floral Diamond Platinum Wedding Tiara

Located in Miami, FL

Antique French Floral Design Platinum Diamond Tiara with Detachable Brooch This magnificent French tiara, crafted in luxurious platinum, is a masterpiece of elegance and refinement....

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Vintage 1940s French Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso Multi-Strand Pearl Necklace
Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso Multi-Strand Pearl Necklace

Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso Multi-Strand Pearl Necklace

By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.

Located in Bellevue, WA

Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co. multi-strand pearl necklace with a sterling clasp. Signed, "©Paloma Picasso Tiffany & Co. 925". Accompanied by a Tiffany blue box. Sterling Silver an...

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21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Japanese Antique Iron Plate Door 1860s-1900s / Low Table Sofa Table Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique Iron Plate Door 1860s-1900s / Low Table Sofa Table Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique Iron Plate Door 1860s-1900s / Low Table Sofa Table Wabi Sabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is an iron plate sliding door made in Japan. It is a rare door made in the Meiji period (1860s-1900s), and the craftsmanship of the time still lives on today. The structure is m...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Antique Irish Pine Scrubbed Exterior Door
Antique Irish Pine Scrubbed Exterior Door

Antique Irish Pine Scrubbed Exterior Door

$795

H 80.25 in W 34.75 in D 1.88 in

Antique Irish Pine Scrubbed Exterior Door

Located in Highwood, IL

Antique Irish pine exterior door that I bought from a wonderful Irish pine dealer in the town of Derby, England, over 20 years ago. I completely forgot that I had stashed them away. ...

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Antique 1880s Irish Country Doors and Gates

Materials

Pine

Impressive Antique Hand Carved Oak Gothic Revival Door Complete with Wall Frame
Impressive Antique Hand Carved Oak Gothic Revival Door Complete with Wall Frame

Impressive Antique Hand Carved Oak Gothic Revival Door Complete with Wall Frame

Located in Lisse, NL

Stunning Gothic architectural door with strong iron hardware in original frame. This striking and all hand carved door was originally probably part of a church or monastery and the ...

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Antique 19th Century European Gothic Revival Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Antique German Door Made of Oak and Fir Wood
Antique German Door Made of Oak and Fir Wood

Antique German Door Made of Oak and Fir Wood

$794

H 68.9 in W 35.44 in D 3.15 in

Antique German Door Made of Oak and Fir Wood

Located in Dusseldorf, DE

Very decorative rustic antique German door. The side of the door that was originally visible to the outside, is made of solid oak and the other side of the door, the inside of the ho...

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Antique Early 19th Century German Country Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

17th Century Spanish Chestnut Wood Door with Iron
17th Century Spanish Chestnut Wood Door with Iron

17th Century Spanish Chestnut Wood Door with Iron

Located in Round Top, TX

This is a heavy door from Seville Spain with its original iron intact. It’s terrific for a wine cellar.

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Antique 17th Century Spanish Doors and Gates

Materials

Wood

Single 19th Century French Provincial Cupboard Door
Single 19th Century French Provincial Cupboard Door

Single 19th Century French Provincial Cupboard Door

$400

H 46.5 in W 20.75 in D 0.75 in

Single 19th Century French Provincial Cupboard Door

Located in Mckinney, TX

A single reclaimed provincial cupboard door with carved details. Enclose a built-in cabinet with this charming door to feel as if you’ve been transported to the French countryside. ...

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Antique 19th Century French Doors and Gates

Materials

Walnut

Chanel Vintage Pearl Crystal and Gold CC Station Necklace
Chanel Vintage Pearl Crystal and Gold CC Station Necklace

Chanel Vintage Pearl Crystal and Gold CC Station Necklace

By Chanel

Located in Bellevue, WA

DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: Length: 46” Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Drop Necklaces

Materials

Gold

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Thumb Latch For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal thumb latch for your home. Frequently made of metal, bronze and iron, every thumb latch was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect thumb latch — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A thumb latch is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Arts and Crafts, Art Deco and louis xv styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one thumb latch that is appealing in its simplicity, but Reading Hardware Company produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Thumb Latch?

Prices for a thumb latch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $250 and can go as high as $38,500, while the average can fetch as much as $525.