Antique Taylor's Brass & Cast Iron Crank Door Bell

Updated August 8, 2026

Lot number135
Estimate100.00 - 10,000.00 USD
CategoryAntiques & Furniture
AuctionAdvertising, Signs, Antique & Collectibles Auction 08/18/26
DateAugust 18, 2026 at 12:58 AM EDT
Auction houseEsquis Auctions
LocationWheeling, Illinois

Antique wall-mounted mechanical crank door bell featuring a solid brass bell mounted to a wooden backboard with cast iron housing and hand-operated crank mechanism. The bell is cast "Taylor's Patent" with the patent date "Nov. 28, 1860," representing an early American doorbell design. Operated by turning the exterior crank to ring the internal bell. A desirable architectural antique with attractive age, patina, and wear consistent with use. Bell measures 3" diameter.

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