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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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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...
DP1092		Pretty L’Art Nouveau Brass Door Escutcheon Here’s a pretty little door plate with lots of sensuous curves. This would look stunning with a glass doorknob! Made of pressed brass it has nice patina with a stippled look. Note that in the photo it appears to have rust. Since brass will never rust, it doesn’t :o) 2-1/8” x 6-1/2” 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		Pair 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. Price is for one pair of rosettes. 2” diameter Doorknob collar 3/4”
DP1088		Elegant Nickel Door Plate This is a solid (not plated) wrought nickel escutcheon with simple detailed elegance. It has a slight dent at the top and at the doorknob collar but they are hardly noticeable. A couple of minor scratches by the doorknob hole that would be hidden by the doorknob. 2-1/2” x 7-1/2” high (maximum...
DP1087		Antique Cast Brass Door Plate – Yale & Towne “Navarro” This lovely door plate was made by Yale & Towne around 1910 and they named the pattern “Navarro”. With the larger space between the doorknob and the keyhole it was likely used for an entry door. Made of heavy cast (not pressed) brass it carries the Y&T logo on the back. In exceptional...
DP1086		Neo-Classical Antique Cast Brass Door Escutcheon This refined cast (not pressed) brass door plate was made around the turn of the century and remains in exceptional condition. I don’t see a single scratch or ding to mar its beauty. It was polished at one time and is acquiring patina again. 2-1/8” x 8-1/8” high (maximum dimensions) Center of...
DP1085		HUGE Pair Craftsman / Mission Brass Push Plates These push plates are absolutely massive! Each one weighs 1 pound 9 ounces! They are made of cast bronze and will protect the finish on your swinging door(s). One has a very mottled patina where the other is more even except for an area that has either been polished or worn to a shine. They are...
DP1084		1910 Cast Brass Door Plate – Sargent “Truro” This lovely door plate was made by Sargent & Company around 1910 and they named the pattern “Truro”. Made of heavy cast brass it is signed “Sargent” on the back. 2-1/8” x 7” high (maximum dimensions) Center of doorknob hole to center of round portion of keyhole 2-1/8” Doorknob collar 5/8”
DP1083		Ornate Pressed Brass Door Escutcheon This door plate is from the early 1900’s and is wonderfully ornate! Original patina with some light scratching. 2-3/4” x 8” high (maximum dimensions) Center of doorknob hole to center of round portion of keyhole 2-1/8” Doorknob collar 11/16”
DP1082		Dainty Brass Lattice Work Finger Plates These door plates will protect your swinging doors while giving them a dainty Victorian elegance. Made of very thin pressed brass they have a medium patina. Use as is, polish the high points or polish completely for lots of sparkle. The choice is yours! There is some paint on the backs that...
DP1081		Pair Craftsman / Mission Brass Push or Finger Plates Keep the finish on your beautiful swinging doors from being worn! These heavy pressed brass (or bronze?) push plates have aged to a wonderful used patina. One plate has lots of uneven wear and light scratching. Guess we know which door got more use! 3” wide x 12” high Sold as one pair
DP1080		Elegant Cast Iron Door Escutcheon with High Collar This is a very elegant door plate made of heavy cast iron with a matte black finish. Based upon the distance between the doorknob and the keyhole it is probably for an entry door. Note that it has a high doorknob collar that would take a stepped doorknob shaft. 2-9/16” x 8-3/4” (maximum...
DP1079		Pair Copper Plated Egg & Dart Door Plates These plates are made of heavy cast iron (not pressed steel) with a distressed copper plating. Unusual and very pretty! Price is for one pair of doorplates 2-3/16” x 7-5/16” high Center of doorknob hole to center of round portion of keyhole 2-1/4” Doorknob collar 11/16”