Cabinet Catch Old Cupboard Latch 3 3/4” 1870's White Porcelain Knob Raised Edge

These were used on cabinets, jelly cupboards and all sorts of furniture. 

• There is a chip on the knob
• This latch is an example of an early cast iron latch.
• The latch has none of the old paint remaining
  
• The primitive iron gives it a neat charming beauty.
• The knob is white porcelain
• There is a brass washer under the porcelain to make it slide easier
• The knob has a few small blemishes that good old porcelain often has.
• The knob post is solid brass
• Likely cast in the late 1800’s.
• A set of old screws is included.
• The latch was cleaned and oiled to prevent rust
• It is ready for paint. Just wash with soap and water.
• The latch is 3 3/4" long 
• It is 1 1/4" wide.

3-21-23 C-8