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| EMS1084 |
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This thick cast brass mail slot had some blotchy unattractive verdigris when I received it and I decided to polish it up a bit. It is always a surprise when I see how the metal turns and this was no exception. Rather than giving it a high shine I opted to leave it with an Arts & Crafts look... click picture for more info |
| EMS1081 |
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This late 1800’s cast bronze mail slot was made by Branford Lock Works in their “Ivy” design line. Branford made an entire line of ornamental hardware with this design element of tiny leaves as a field pattern. The fine quality bronze art work shows throughout from the unusual shape to the pots of... click picture for more info |
| EMS1080 |
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This letter slot was made by Sargent & Co. around 1880. It features lots of curly Victorian details and is made of heavy cast iron that has turned almost black with age. It is in excellent condition with no dings, breaks or repairs and there is no wear to the fabulous design. It does not have a... click picture for more info |
| EMS1079 |
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This large mail slot is an excellent example of the Arts & Crafts movement. It appears hand wrought with a handsome shape and hammered finish. It is made of cast brass (or maybe even nickel or pewter?) that has turned a medium gray color with just a hint of gold to it. The screws match the... click picture for more info |
| EMS1078 |
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This stunning mail slot was made by Russell & Erwin and is shown in their 1897 hardware catalog. The artistic detail features tiny little flowers with pinwheel centers for a rich elegant look. Please enlarge the photo so you can see how fine the detail is! Although R & E made other hardware... click picture for more info |
| EMS1077 |
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This is a very elegant mail slot made by Reading Hardware Company. It bears the design patent date of Nov. 29, ’92 (1892) on the back with their logo and the design name “Richmond”. The patent is for the perimeter stepped detail with a coiled ribbon. Be sure to enlarge the photo to see it up... click picture for more info |
| EMS1076 |
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These antique mail slots were purchased with and without interior plates so it is hard to find a set such as this. The Eastlake details are fantastic with flowers, leaves and geometrics. Made by Sargent & Co. around the turn of the century (1800/1900) both pieces are in excellent condition. The... click picture for more info |
| EMS1075 |
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This larger mail slot has a lot of subtle elegance with its finely stippled background on the exterior plate. It appears to be nickel plated cast brass with wear to the nickel. Use as it is for a time worn appeal or it is a perfect candidate for new nickel plating. The spring is no longer... click picture for more info |
| EMS1074 |
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This cast iron mail slot was made around the turn of the century (1800/1900) by Sargent & Co. It does have some wear and a manufacturer’s defect where the letter R has the center area filled in during casting. There is a crack that is barely visible from the front but if it is going to have... click picture for more info |
| EMS1073 |
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Made in the late 1800’s this mail slot reminds me of a Victorian garden! The top and sides brings to mind ornate Fleur de Lis iron fencing and along the bottom edge swirling leaves. Be sure to enlarge the photo to see the fabulous metal art work. Made of thick cast bronze with a medium caramel... click picture for more info |
| EMS1072 |
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This elegant set was made in the very early 20th century by Reading Hardware in their Rockland pattern (signed on the back). It features a refined stepped border along the edges with simple lettering. These vertical mail slots are very hard to find – especially with the matching interior plate!... click picture for more info |
| EMS1071 |
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This antique mail slot is just overflowing with Eastlake detail! Made by Russell & Erwin around 1887 the shape and details are so very Victorian. Be sure and enlarge the photo so you can see it all. This little gem has been polished to a high gloss and is “house jewelry” at its finest! Made of... click picture for more info |
| EMS1070 |
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This elegant mail slot with its matching interior plate is absolutely gorgeous with naturally occurring verdigris! It was made by Penn Hardware in the very early 1900’s and remains in excellent condition. If you don’t love verdigris the way that I do you can always oil the pieces to make them turn... click picture for more info |
| EMS1069 |
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This pretty little mail slot was made by The Peck, Stow & Wilcox Company and design was patented by William Gorman on their behalf on Feb 11, 1890. The patent was for the design of basket weave and bull’s eye detail that are quite charming. Upon purchase a copy of that patent will be provided... click picture for more info |
| EMS1068 |
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It is very rare to have found the matching inside plate for this lovely antique mail slot. Made by P & F Corbin, it is shown in their 1895 hardware catalog. Made of thick cast bronze the cover opens outward and has a flange that keeps drafts out. Gorgeous metal art work and the interior plate... click picture for more info |
| EMS1067 |
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This letter slot was made by Russell & Erwin in the late 1800’s and features a sun flower at each end in addition to other whimsical ornamentation. It is made of cast iron that has been sand blasted in the past so the surface is exceptional for painting. I’ve rubbed it with linseed oil to keep... click picture for more info |
| EMS1065 |
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These antique mail slots were purchased with and without interior plates so it is hard to find a Sargent & Company set such as this. The details are quite lovely with Victorian swirls and each piece is quite shapely. It is made of strong cast iron and has been cleaned to remove old paint and... click picture for more info |
| EMS1061 |
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This fancy little mail slot has me baffled regarding its age. It was removed from a home built in 1905 but almost appears to be a reproduction. However it is the size of the smaller antique mail slots so I can’t imagine that a company making reproductions would make one so small. Perhaps it was... click picture for more info |
| EMS1056 |
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This letter slot was made by Sargent & Co. around 1880. It features lots of curly Victorian details and is made of heavy cast bronze (not pressed or plated). The high areas have been polished but I just love the green verdigris in the crevices so left that alone. If you don’t share my feeling a... click picture for more info |
| EMS1054 |
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This elegant mail slot with its dainty beaded edging would be a perfect addition to your Victorian home! Manufactured in the late 1800’s – early 1900’s it remains in excellent condition and even includes the original mounting screws. This piece is made of heavy cast (nor pressed) bronze and the... click picture for more info |
