Reading Windsor Doorknob

Reading Windsor Doorknob

Decorative doorknob. Reading "Windsor" design. This was a very popular design and it was produced for a number of years. Due to its longevity, the design had a few different styles within it. This version is made of cast iron with a bronze band across the middle. The design extends from the top to the bottom of the doorknob. Cir. 1885, although some forms of the design lasted until 1930. The metal has a bit of pitting.

This Reading Windsor Doorknob 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. 

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Reading Hardware began in 1872 in Reading, Pennsylvania. It produced both basic and highly decorative builders hardware. Reading's hardware was used in many notable buildings including the White House in Washington, D.C. The operation closed in 1950.