Key Escutcheons

Key hole covers, or escutcheons, are an important finishing touch for any old door. You might be looking for something to match a missing item in your historic home or want to create a set with your own unique choice of door plates, key hole escutcheons and latches. If you are looking for a replacement or creating your own set, please pay attention to the measurements. You wouldn't want to buy a large key hole escutcheon and then find out that it runs into your antique rosette! If you are ordering a set I will check them before completing the order.

Note: If the description is plural (covers/escutcheons) I have between 2 & 4 available - sold individually. If I state Several I have more than 5 available. Click on the product to find out how many. Single and Pair are self explanatory.


Item #- Item
DE1069 Craftsman Copper Tiger Stripe Keyhole Covers - Several

Craftsman Copper Tiger Stripe Keyhole Covers - Several

These early 1900’s keyhole covers are very hard to find. Made of solid copper the black japanned area gives them a tiger stripe so popular in Craftsman architecture. These are in such great shape I suspect that they have never been installed. There are only minor surface blemishes that are probably...
DE1067 Antique Cast Iron Keyhole Covers

Antique Cast Iron Keyhole Covers

These keyhole covers have just a touch of detail in their shape which makes them quite handsome. They even come with the original steel slotted screws.   All have a dark iron patina and some have traces of surface rust. Oil them to darken, polish them for a more silver look, paint them shiny black...
DE1066 Antique Cast Iron Keyhole Covers with Points - Several

Antique Cast Iron Keyhole Covers with Points - Several

These antique keyhole covers are primitive on one hand and ornate on the other.  The scalloped points on both the top and bottom are quite unusual. They even come with the original steel slotted screws.   All have a dark iron patina. Polish them for a more silver look, paint them shiny black as...
DE1065 Pair Cast Brass Oval Keyhole Cover Escutcheons – BARGAIN!

Pair Cast Brass Oval Keyhole Cover Escutcheons – BARGAIN!

Simple elegance from the first half of the 20th century made of heavy cast (not pressed) brass.  A perfect compliment to vintage glass or simple brass doorknobs.  They are not completely flat but have a slightly curved surface. Although quite usable each of these keyhole covers is slightly flawed....
DE1064 Cast Brass Oval Keyhole Cover Escutcheons - Several

Cast Brass Oval Keyhole Cover Escutcheons - Several

Simple elegance from the first half of the 20th century made of heavy cast (not pressed) brass.  A perfect compliment to vintage glass or simple brass doorknobs.  They are not completely flat but have a slightly curved surface. Various levels of patina as shown in the photo. All of the old lacquer...
DE1062 Ornate Cast Iron Swivel Keyhole Covers Circa 1881 - Several

Ornate Cast Iron Swivel Keyhole Covers Circa 1881 - Several

Tired of drafts or peeking through your keyholes?  These fancy swivel covers were typically used for entry doors but you might want to add these to an interior door as a decorative conversation piece. Made by P. F. Corbin they are shown in their 1881 hardware catalog. Originally they had a bronze...
DE1061 Single Brass Plated Steel Eastlake Keyhole Cover

Single Brass Plated Steel Eastlake Keyhole Cover

This little keyhole cover is just covered with Eastlake style details! Made by P & F Corbin around 1905 it remains in excellent condition with all the brass plating intact. 1-1/8” wide x 1-3/4” high
DE1059 Extra Large White Porcelain Keyhole Covers

Extra Large White Porcelain Keyhole Covers

This larger size keyhole cover is very hard to find and will really stand out on your door!  Be sure to measure carefully to ensure that it will fit with your lock keyhole and rosette. It is in perfect condition with no chips or cracks. 1-1/4” x 2-1/4”
DE1058 Single Rustic Iron Eastlake Keyhole Cover

Single Rustic Iron Eastlake Keyhole Cover

This keyhole cover is still lovely but does show its age. It was made by P & F Corbin around 1905. Leave it “as is” for a more rustic look or a wire brush and polish would spark it up. 1-1/8” x 1-3/4”
DE1057 Choice of Single Porcelain Keyhole Cover

Choice of Single Porcelain Keyhole Cover

I have these available in pairs but sometimes only one is needed.  Both of these lovely porcelain keyhole covers are in fantastic shape but they are slightly different.   “A” is a bit thicker and has a smaller keyhole. A:  1-3/16” x 1-3/4”  Keyhole is 3/4” long B:  1-1/8” x 1-13/16”  Keyhole is...
DE1056 Antique Cast Iron Keyhole Covers – Never Been Used!

Antique Cast Iron Keyhole Covers – Never Been Used!

Crisp, sharp and paint has never touched them! They have a dark iron patina with a bit of surface rust from storage. 1-1/16” x 1-11/16”
DE1055 Pretty Keyhole Escutcheon - Lockwood 1894

Pretty Keyhole Escutcheon - Lockwood 1894

These are beautiful cast bronze keyhole covers with a dainty flower motif.  Made by Lockwood around 1894 they remain in excellent condition and have been polished lightly to bring out the designs. 1” x 1-3/4”
DE1054 Antique Cast Bronze Keyhole Covers – Many Available

Antique Cast Bronze Keyhole Covers – Many Available

These escutcheons, made by P F Corbin around 1895, are a real standout on any door!  The shape is fantastic and the curving details give a very Victorian effect.  Here is an opportunity to have several matched sets in your home. The high points have been polished slightly to bring out the details...
DE1053 Antique Cast Bronze Keyhole Covers – Many Available

Antique Cast Bronze Keyhole Covers – Many Available

The curves and geometrics are quite pretty but just look at the tasseled faux fringe at the bottom! Made around the turn of the century, these keyhole covers are in exceptional condition with the original dark background intact. Hard to find so many available in one place! The escutcheons have been...
DE1052 Black Cast Iron Antique Keyhole Covers - Several

Black Cast Iron Antique Keyhole Covers - Several

The fanciful Victorian shape makes these keyhole escutcheons a real standout! From the late 1800’s, they have never been used and have the original thick black paint. There are a few chips to the paint from storage but otherwise they are in like new condition. Photo is representative of all keyhole...
DE1050 Antique Brass Plated Victorian Keyhole Covers

Antique Brass Plated Victorian Keyhole Covers

Pretty Victorian flowers adorn the fronts of these keyhole covers made by Sargent & Co. around the turn of the century.  Made of strong cast iron, the original brass plating remains substantially intact with only a couple small areas of wear. Price is for one keyhole cover. 1” x 1-3/4”
DE1049 Single Antique Bronze Eastlake Keyhole Cover

Single Antique Bronze Eastlake Keyhole Cover

This little cast bronze keyhole cover has a lot of fine Eastlake detail. Although it was made by Penn Hardware around 1892 for their Magnolia pattern it would coordinate well with a multitude of door hardware. The original black enamel is still present on the background areas.  I’ve polished the...
DE1048 Single Antique Wooden Keyhole Cover

Single Antique Wooden Keyhole Cover

This is a simple wood keyhole cover with just a touch of detail for a special door.  It has the original dark stain/varnish with no chips or cracks in the wood.   7/8” x 1-5/8”
DE1047 Single Yale & Towne Keyhole Cover “Arcadian” Pattern

Single Yale & Towne Keyhole Cover “Arcadian” Pattern

This is a pretty little keyhole cover made by Yale & Towne around 1910.  Made of wrought bronze. 1-1/4” x 2”
DE1044 Rustic Swivel Cover Antique Keyhole Escutcheons

Rustic Swivel Cover Antique Keyhole Escutcheons

This large rustic keyhole cover is likely from the first half of the 19th century and appears hand wrought.  The non-magnetic pot metal is dark mottled grey and is roughly cast.  With a swiveling cover to keeps drafts at bay it would be the perfect finishing touch on a primitive entry door! An old...

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