Plates & Rosettes : Historic Home Hardware for Authentic Antique Restoration Originals

Plates & Rosettes

Antique back plates and rosettes (round back plates) are an important part of antique door hardware for both function and beauty. They set off the antique doorknobs while protecting the door from wear. 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 antique hardware. Please note that not all doorknobs fit all door plates or rosettes. 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 already have the lock or latch, be sure the plate dimensions work with it. If you are ordering a set I will check them before completing the order. For those of you with pre-drilled modern doors that are being retrofitted for antique hardware, note that there are some door plates here that will cover the filled hole. See also Helpful Information.

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DP1114		Sargent Eastlake Swinging Door Push Plate – Circa 1880 What a wonderful way to add some sparkle to that swinging door! This push plate was made to protect the door finish from many hands pushing it open. It features deep grooves in the center with geometrics at both ends and all bounded by a row of daisies. Made by Sargent & Company around 1880...
DP1113		Antique Cast Iron 1880 Branford Rosettes – 4 Available Found with Branford Lock Works rim locks in an 1880 historic home these rosettes are in excellent condition. They have been cleaned and lacquered to use “as is” or you can repaint black as they originally were. There are 3 prongs on the back to go into the door and 2 antique steel screws secure it....
DP1112		Unusual Antique Cast Iron Passage Door Escutcheon This little door plate sure is cute and is also in excellent condition. From the late 1800’s all the brass plating is still there on the high areas and there are only a couple of places where the glossy black enamel is missing. Just the ticket for that special closet door! Just shy of 1-3/4” wide x...
DP1109		Cast Bronze Branford “Oriental” Rosettes Circa 1880 These beautiful rosettes were made by Branford Lock Works in their “Oriental” pattern around 1880. Made of heavy cast (not pressed) bronze the deep incised design includes an ornate fan, a rising sun and bamboo stalks and leaves. They are in exceptional original condition with original black...
DP1108		Unusual Antique Door Escutcheon with Faux Alligator Detailing The detail on this cast iron door plate is very finely done and quite unusual. The border has a very ornate Egg & Dart design and the center field background resembles alligator leather! Note the additional detail around the doorknob collar. This plate is made of heavy cast iron, not pressed...
DP1107		Pair Ornate Antique Cast Iron Door Plates – DIY BARGAIN! These door plates were made by Sargent in the late 1800’s and, although with surface rust, are in great shape with clear crisp incising. I have left them with no oil so they can be painted the color of your choice. Wiping them with a second color of paint is extra pretty! You could also remove the...
DP1104		Larger Corbin Cast Bronze “Ceylon” Door Plate This heavy cast bronze door plate was made by P & F Corbin in the late 1800’s or early 1900’s. The named design, Ceylon, has a fantastic mix of geometrics and flowers. This plate is larger than the standard Ceylon plates and has a wider space between the doorknob and the keyhole. These plates...
DP1102		Cast Bronze Russell & Erwin Rosettes Circa 1875 – Bargain! Although not in as good a condition as my other R & E rosettes, this piece is still in very useable condition. Russell & Erwin created some spectacular artistic hardware and these rosettes are no exception. These have a lovely mix of foliage and geometrics. Made of solid cast (not pressed)...
DP1101		Cast Bronze Russell & Erwin Rosettes Circa 1875 Russell & Erwin created some spectacular artistic hardware and these rosettes are no exception. These have a lovely mix of foliage and geometrics. Made of solid cast (not pressed) bronze they are in excellent condition. The above price is for one rosette. 2-1/4” diameter
DP1100		Brass Rosettes for Mid 1800’s Tapered Shaft Glass Doorknobs These pressed brass rosettes were frequently left behind when doorknobs were removed and are very hard to find. They are used with tapered shaft doorknobs like the one in the photo (doorknob not included). They are all in exceptional condition with no bends, dents or cracks. The above price is for...
DP1099		Pair Heavy Vintage Cast Brass Oval Beaded Door Plates These door plates (sold in pairs) are from around 1920 +/- and come in a variety of patinas. One pair has almost no darkening, one pair is covered with fantastic verdigris (separate photo) and the rest have varied patina. Perfect for glass doorknobs but they could be used with other knobs of your...
DP1098		Simple Vintage Brass Round Door Plates Rosettes Although originally used with glass doorknobs these rosettes will go with any doorknob that fits into the doorknob collar. They have been cleaned but not polished. All the old lacquer has been removed so they are easily polished to a high gloss or you can let them gain patina naturally. These...
DP1097		Antique Pressed Bronze Egg & Dart Door Plate The Egg and Dart pattern is always a classic and can be used with many architectural styles. Although there are many dings and some scratches it is still very usable. 2-1/2” x 7” high Center of doorknob hole to center of round portion of keyhole 2-3/16” Doorknob collar 11/16” diameter
DP1096		Corbin 1905 Canton Design Door Plate This pressed steel door plate was made by P & F Corbin around 1905 in their Canton design. There is very little wear to the bronze wash (plating) on the high parts and it has been lightly polished to bring out the details. Although very useable it has a slight bend just under the doorknob...
DP1095		Vintage Pressed Brass 1930’s Door Plate This is a sweet little door plate from around the 1930’s. It has just a touch of detail and an interesting mottled patina. Polish to a bright gloss if you desire. This plate is perfect with the old glass doorknobs! 2” x 6-3/4” high Center of doorknob hole to center of round portion of keyhole...
DP1094		Classic Heavy Cast Brass Vintage Door Plate This high quality cast brass door plate is elegantly refined with its double raised border. It has aged to an almost black patina. I think it would look even more spectacular with the raised portions polished so they stand out but I left it “as is” for its new owner to do as they wish. Made of very...
DP1093		Arts & Crafts Tiger Stripe Door Plate Here’s a neat old plate that still has the japanned black and copper striping! I’ve left the surface rust in case anyone prefers it that way. It can be removed by soaking in vinegar overnight or with some oil. Made of pressed steel it is in very good condition. 2-1/2” x 7-3/4” high (maximum...
DP1091		Vintage Heavy Steel High Collar Door Plate This is a plain straight forward door plate that someone may be looking for. It is in good condition with not cracks, chips, dents or bends. Made of very heavy steel it has a matte black finish. Note that this door plate has a high doorknob collar that requires a stepped shaft doorknob. Marked 4426...
DP1090		Pair Rusty Primitive Door Plates Many are searching for primitive hardware and I sometimes find an item that is right at home in a rustic setting. Originally brass plated, these steel door plates have acquired an interesting striated look and sport heavy rust here and there. They are still perfectly straight with no bends or...
DP1089		Cast Bronze Rosettes by P F Corbin – Circa 1900 These are beautiful rosettes with lots of Eastlake style geometrics on heavy cast bronze. They were made by P. F. Corbin around 1900 and remain in excellent condition. They have a lovely caramel patina. Above price is for one rosette. One has been sold. 2” diameter Doorknob collar 3/4”