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

18th Century English Eight Panel Oak Door

$2,421

H 77.165 in W 29.921 in D 0.984 in

18th Century English Eight Panel Oak Door

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

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

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Antique Mid-18th Century English Georgian Doors and Gates

Materials

Ebony, Oak

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

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

Category

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

$8,470Sale Price|20% Off

Dm 0.47 in L 19.69 in

Necklaces Tahitian Pearls Yellow Gold 18 Carat

Located in Vannes, FR

as the pearls, is practical thanks to its thumb latch that allows the clasp to be opened and slid

Category

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

heart-shaped thumb latch, untouched and unrestored. A functional architectural salvage piece or a

Category

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

exteriors to bring out greater metallic brilliance. Includes crash bar and thumb latch and keyed mortice

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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

brass thumb screws and double brass latch to tilt the table for display. The rosewood pedestal base has

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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

the original green paint and iron thumb latch hardware, it's unusual size and beautiful wavy glass

Category

Antique 19th Century French Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

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

, beautiful and functional! Door is held closed with a thumb latch at the top. When thumb latch is released

Category

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

shelves. One door features a thumb latch bolt, while the other is secured by a working lock and key. The

Category

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

Category

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

Category

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

flowers and marcasite decoration to the front & engraved decoration to the sides and thumb latch. The

Category

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

Category

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

, it remains unlocked. There is an original brass thumb latch to top of left door. This cabinet was

Category

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

distressed leather handle. The main thumb latch works properly but there is no key. This piece has retained

Category

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

Category

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

over candles or pipes. Original hinges and old brass thumb turn latch on the doors. Note the splits in

Category

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.

Category

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

Company thumb latch lock set, dating to about 1960. Large and beautifully made set. Rendered in solid

Category

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

protective feet and for closure a leather strap with thumb latch lock. The interior is lined in blue sateen

Category

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

are flip top on two thumb bolt screws and latch system. The top is crotch mahogany with a chevron

Category

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

, closing off one room from another in your cabin. Original jamb for the door plus original thumb-latch

Category

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

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

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Vases

Materials

Copper

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H 51.19 in W 55.12 in D 201.58 in

Rare Victorian Firescreen with Taxidermy Hummingbirds by Henry Ward

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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 BENSENVILLE, IL

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Antique 1880s Irish Country Doors and Gates

Materials

Pine

South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings 1.55 Carats 18K White Gold 14-15 MM
South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings 1.55 Carats 18K White Gold 14-15 MM

South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings 1.55 Carats 18K White Gold 14-15 MM

By Harbor Diamonds

Located in New York, NY

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2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

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

$799

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

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Iron

Eostre Black Tahitian Pearl Strand Necklace with 18k Clasp
Eostre Black Tahitian Pearl Strand Necklace with 18k Clasp

Eostre Black Tahitian Pearl Strand Necklace with 18k Clasp

Located in Melbourne, AU

A Strand of black Colour Green tone Tahitian pearl necklace with 18K Gold Clasp. Green tone is very sought after in Tahitian pearls and therefore more valuable. A 10.4 mm to 13.5 m...

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2010s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

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

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Iron

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

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Walnut

Impressive Antique Hand Carved Oak Gothic Revival Door Complete with Wall Frame
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Located in Lisse, NL

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17th Century Spanish Chestnut Wood Door with Iron
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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

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Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 7.02 Carat Natural Blue Diamond Ring
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Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 7.02 Carat Natural Blue Diamond Ring

By Emilio!

Located in New York, NY

From the museum vault at Emilio Jewelry New York, One of the rarest and only diamonds of its size and color. Please inquire for details.

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21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

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1920's Reclaimed Italian Carrara Bianco and Nero Marble Checker Flooring Tile
1920's Reclaimed Italian Carrara Bianco and Nero Marble Checker Flooring Tile

1920's Reclaimed Italian Carrara Bianco and Nero Marble Checker Flooring Tile

Located in Costa Mesa, CA

This is a 1920's piece by piece reclaimed Italian Carrara Bianco and Nero marble checker tile. The beautiful antique texture and the visible veining within this old marble flooring g...

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Vintage 1920s Italian Neoclassical Flooring

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Carrara Marble

Grey Colour Silver Tone Tahitian Pearl Necklace with 18k Gold Clasp
Grey Colour Silver Tone Tahitian Pearl Necklace with 18k Gold Clasp

Grey Colour Silver Tone Tahitian Pearl Necklace with 18k Gold Clasp

Located in Melbourne, AU

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South Sea Pearl Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Ball Clasp 16.5 Inches
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Located in Boca Raton, FL

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

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Crispy Sparkling Opal Rondel Beaded Necklace with 18 Carat Rose Gold, Big-Size
Crispy Sparkling Opal Rondel Beaded Necklace with 18 Carat Rose Gold, Big-Size

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Located in Kirschweiler, DE

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18k White Gold “Mikimoto” Tahitian Pearl & Diamond Earrings
18k White Gold “Mikimoto” Tahitian Pearl & Diamond Earrings

18k White Gold “Mikimoto” Tahitian Pearl & Diamond Earrings

Located in Hicksville, NY

18K White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 5.3 grams Diamond: Weight: .70ct, total weight Cut: Round Brilliant Color: E-F Clarity: VS Pearl: Size: 9.2mm each Type: Tahitian Pear...

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Elegant 18K White Gold, Turquoise and Diamond Encrusted Crown, Fit for a Queen
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Elegant 18K White Gold, Turquoise and Diamond Encrusted Crown, Fit for a Queen

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This very important 18k white gold vintage crown is set with a total of exactly 60.08ct of round brilliant cut and baguette diamonds, and with thirty four panels of vintage turquoise...

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Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold, 18k 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.

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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.