Chicago Design 423 Door Plate

Chicago Design 423 Door Plate

Cast iron decorative door plate with nickel plating made by Chicago Hardware. Cir. 1895. It features an Eastlake style design with geometric and ivy motifs over a textured background. The door plate measures 5 1/4"h x 1 3/4"w. Very small pinpoint spots of rust/finish loss over much of the surface, but much of the plating is intact. 

This Chicago Design 423 Door Plate is an antique item and may show wear due to age. This may include scratches, pitting, patina, finish loss, rust or other general wear. We attempt to include any significant damage beyond regular wear within the description. We make every effort to clean as much paint, dirt and rust off of items while still leaving as much of the original patina as possible. Photos shown are of actual item you will receive. If multiples are ordered, a photo of additional pieces will be sent for approval.

Chicago Hardware

Chicago Hardware is best known for manufacturing the unique Niles doorknob and lock setup. Hence, it is sometimes referred to as Niles Chicago hardware. Patented in 1878, it was solely produced by Chicago Hardware and is not interchangeable with other brands. The Chicago Hardware Company along with the Niles patent upon purchased by the Barrows Lock Company.