Doorknobs : Historic Home Hardware for Authentic Antique Restoration Originals

Doorknobs

Sometimes only the antique or vintage doorknobs are needed. You might be looking for a knob, or knobs, to match a missing item in your historic home or want to create your own set with a custom mix of door plates, key hole escutcheons and latches. Please note that not all doorknobs fit all door plates or rosettes (round door plates). Pay attention to the dimensions of both. I try to give measurements as close as possible but sometimes just a millimeter difference prohibits the knob from sitting in the plate properly. If you are ordering a set I will check them before completing the order.

For those of you with modern pre-drilled doors you can either repair the large hole (see FAQ) or obtain a retrofit kit (see Links page).

Item #-	Item
EM1028		Antique Screen Door Handle – Branford “Oriental” This antique door handle was made by Branford Lock Works in the 1890s in their popular “Oriental” pattern. The signature design of fan shaped geometrics and bamboo leaves is always a joy to behold! It would be lovely on a screen or pantry door. This cast bronze door handle remains in excellent...
DK1049		Unusual White Porcelain Doorknob with Bronze Shaft White porcelain doorknobs were a mainstay during the 1800’s and the plain ones are quite common. Not so with this one! The raised band on the edge sets it apart from the rest as does the rare bronze shaft. This doorknob is in very good antique condition with some wear to the edges of the band and...
DK1048		Egg & Dart Pattern Antique Doorknobs A very popular pattern around the turn of the century this style goes with almost all types of architecture. Both in excellent condition with natural patina. For more items in this pattern, enter the keyword EGG in the search box to your left. These doorknobs appear to be brass but may be brass...
DK1047		Pair Steel Russell & Erwin Antique Doorknobs – “LeRoy” 1909 These wrought steel doorknobs were made by Russell & Erwin in their LeRoy pattern around 1909. All of the original copper plating has worn away leaving them with a grayish patina. The price shown is for one pair of doorknobs and an iron spindle with set screws. I have a set in this pattern...
DK1046		Heavy Old Cast Brass or Bronze Entry Doorknob This is a large circa 1914 entry doorknob by Lockwood with a simple wreath of tulips. The pattern is called "Fairfield". It is solid cast (one solid piece) brass or bronze with a varied patina as shown in the photos. This doorknob takes a 3/8” spindle. Diameter 2-1/2” Shaft diameter:...
DK1045		Steel Antique Doorknob – Reading “Clifton” c.1895 This dainty five-fold design is by Reading Hardware Company and was manufactured around 1895. Made of wrought steel, all the copper plating has worn off so it is now a grey iron patina. Diameter 2-1/4” Shaft diameter: 5/8”
DK1044		P F Corbin Ceylon Bronze Drum Style Doorknob This beautiful wrought bronze antique doorknob was made by P & F Corbin and featured in their 1895 hardware catalog. The named design, Ceylon, has a fantastic mix of geometrics and flowers. This drum style was used for both interior and exterior doors. You can find other hardware in this...
DK1043		P F Corbin Ceylon Bronze Entry Doorknob This beautiful wrought bronze antique doorknob was made by P & F Corbin and the pattern is featured in their 1895 hardware catalog. The named design, Ceylon, has a fantastic mix of geometrics and flowers. The construction of this doorknob is slightly different than the standard passage knobs...
DK1042		P F Corbin Ceylon Bronze Doorknobs – Several available These beautiful wrought bronze antique doorknobs were made by P & F Corbin and are featured in their 1895 hardware catalog. The named design, Ceylon, has a fantastic mix of geometrics and flowers. You can find other hardware in this pattern by entering the keyword Ceylon in the search box to...
DK1041		P F Corbin Ceylon Closet Doorknob – Super Bargain! These beautiful wrought bronze antique doorknobs were made by P & F Corbin and are featured in their 1895 hardware catalog. The named design, Ceylon, has a fantastic mix of geometrics and flowers. You can find other hardware in this pattern by entering the keyword Ceylon in the search box to...
DK1040		P F Corbin Ceylon Passage Doorknobs – Bargain! These beautiful wrought bronze antique doorknobs were made by P & F Corbin and are featured in their 1895 hardware catalog. The named design, Ceylon, has a fantastic mix of geometrics and flowers. You can find other hardware in this pattern by entering the keyword Ceylon in the search box to...
DK1039		Niles Chicago Jet Black Antique Doorknobs with Bronze Shafts These doorknobs are quite hard to find – especially with the bronze sleeve on the shaft. Sometimes called porcelain doorknobs these are not porcelain at all. They are made of pottery clay which is then fired with a black glaze. The antique hardware catalogs refer to them as “Jet” knobs. ...
DK1038		Niles Chicago Jet Black Antique Doorknobs Sometimes called porcelain doorknobs these are not porcelain at all. They are made of pottery clay which is then fired with a black glaze. The antique hardware catalogs refer to them as “Jet” knobs. Because of the unique shaft these doorknobs will not fit standard mortise locks. This line of...
DK1037		Early 1800’s Porcelain Doorknob Set This toadstool shaped doorknob design was one of the first used for glass and porcelain doorknobs. A bit trickier to install but worth the effort for authenticity of the early 1800’s. There are only a few minor scratches and discoloration on the porcelain tops as would be expected. The brass or...
DK1036		Stunning 19th Century Thumb Latch Door Handle This majestic door handle has aged to become a stunning mix of color and finish! Originally cast of bronze with a silver or nickel plating it now shows a mix of both dark caramel bronze and the remains of the silver color. With some verdigris for a mellow blue green cast in the crevices this is a...
DK1035		Pair Antique Bronze Doorknobs – Reading “Mura” Adorned with a central Victorian posy, these doorknobs were made by Reading Hardware Company around 1895 and they named the design Mura. The knobs are made of bronze and have a nice medium patina. It is unlikely the set screw on one could be removed without drilling but will work “as is” for a...
DK1034		Late 1800’s Antique Doorknobs with Bluebells or Tulips These antique doorknobs are heavy cast bronze and adorned with lovely concentric designs including a garland of tulips or bluebells. The knobs are also shown in a door entry set DS1074. These doorknobs are in excellent condition with an original dark patina. The only item I find that could be...
DK1033		Three Sets Brass or Bronze Plain Doorknobs - 3/8” Spindle These simple doorknobs are in “as found” condition with a beautiful caramel patina. Includes two split and one standard 3/8” spindles. There are some dents and a bit of paint but they are still very useable. One doorknob is missing its set screw. Diameter 2-1/4” Shaft diameter 5/8” Price is for...
DK1032		Dolphins, Swags and Bluebells Victorian Oval Doorknob This fanciful cast bronze doorknob was made by Sargent & Co. around 1894 and the design was named Savona. It features two dolphin encircling a central motif that almost resembles a daylily. A leafy swag tied with ribbons keeps them from swimming away! This doorknob has exceptional metal art...
DK1031		Egyptian Motif Antique Doorknobs by Nashua During the Victorian era homeowners were enthralled by all things with an Egyptian, Persian or Chinese motif. Made by Nashua around 1885, the designs on these doorknobs seem to have come from the inside of a pyramid in Egypt! Don’t forget to look at the designs on the backs! For other items in...