Yale and Towne Nubian Doorknob Set

Description

Yale and Towne Nubian Doorknob Set

Decorative doorknob set made by Yale & Towne. Nubian design. Cir. 1917-1922. Made of steel. It features a flat face and abstract border design around the outside. The doorknob measures 2 1/4″diam.

The doorknob shaft is a unique 3 part shaft used only for a few years. This shaft will fit inside most standard antique unthreaded doorknobs, but modifications will need to be made to secure it, as the shaft is made to secure with a set screw threaded into the knob. Knobs made to be used with this shaft have a small notch on the inside of the neck that the groove of the shaft slides onto.  The existing knob is set with a pin. This was a security device for exterior doors. It is adjustable to two different settings.

There is a small indent on the flat area of one doorknob, almost unnoticeable.

This item is shippable.

This Yale and Towne Nubian Doorknob Set 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.

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Yale

Yale Lock began around 1840 under Linus Yale Sr. in Stamford, CT. It specialized in handmade high security bank locks at the time. In 1852, Linus’ son joined the operation. In 1868, Henry Towne joined forces with Yale Jr. to become Yale & Towne. By 1894, Yale & Towne was a large name in the hardware industry and they purchased Branford Lock Works, incorporating some of their designs into their catalogues. In 2000, Assa Abloy acquired Yale but continues to produce under the Yale name.