{"product_id":"ntique-norwalk-mortise-lock-set-brass-door-knobs","title":"Antique Norwalk Mortise Lock Set with Ornate Brass Door Knobs Victorian Door Hardware","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis antique Norwalk mortise lock set includes a heavy iron lock mechanism, spindle, rosettes, and two matching brass door knobs with bold geometric decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe knobs turn and the mechanism operates, making this a useful architectural salvage piece for an old house restoration, hardware collection, or display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mortise door lock set with two knobs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late nineteenth to early twentieth century, exact date not confirmed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cast iron or steel lock body with brass knobs, rosettes, spindle, and faceplate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aged brass with blackened iron, brown rust, and traces of green oxidation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker\/Mark:\u003c\/strong\u003e Norwalk Lock Co., raised circular mark visible on the lock body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-home-decor\" title=\"Vintage Home Decor \u0026amp; Decorative Accents\"\u003eVictorian geometric and Aesthetic Movement inspired architectural hardware\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matching round knobs with concentric bands, raised floral border, crossed geometric center design, decorative rosettes, working spindle, latch, and mortise lock body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKey:\u003c\/strong\u003e No key included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFaceplate Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 7 inches long by 1 inch wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLock Body Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 4 1\/2 inches long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnob Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2 inches round\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 3 pounds 8 ounces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition Grade: Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoth matching brass knobs, the spindle, rosettes, faceplate, and lock body are present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe knobs turn and the internal mechanism responds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe latch moves, and the set remains a substantial, usable piece of antique door hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe raised geometric and floral decoration remains clear across both knobs and rosettes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssues \/ Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe iron lock body has widespread surface rust, finish loss, scratches, and darkened areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe brass shows tarnish, rubbed areas, scratches, dark patina, and scattered green oxidation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo key is included, and the locking function has not been tested with a key.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting screws, strike plate, and any additional installation hardware are not shown and are not included unless pictured.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional cleaning or adjustment may be needed before installation in a working door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSee all photos for detail. Sold as pictured.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Grade Key\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNear Fine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Almost perfect. Very minor signs of age only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shows light use. Sound and attractive with minor flaws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete and intact. Noticeable wear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFair:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shows significant wear. Readable or usable but clearly used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNorwalk Lock Company began in Connecticut in 1865 and became known for decorative builders’ hardware used in homes and public buildings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set suits an old house owner, architectural salvage collector, or someone looking for a matched pair of decorated brass knobs with its original style lock body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe crisp crossed-line design and small raised flowers make these knobs worth noticing even before the mechanism is restored or installed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is rusty, heavy, and still turning, which is a fairly honest résumé for a piece of old door hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e∙Photo-verified condition (\u003ca title=\"shipping policy\" href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/shipping-policy\"\u003eno surprises\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003cbr\u003e∙Packed with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e∙Ships in 1 business day\u003cbr\u003e∙Free Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisclaimer\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. 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