Antique 1913 Brass Ball-Tip Door Hinge – 4" x 5"

Description :
This solid brass ball-tip door hinge, patented October 28, 1913, was manufactured in the United States and represents early 20th-century American hardware craftsmanship. The hinge measures 4 inches wide by 5 inches high, offering a slightly taller profile than the standard 4" x 4" hinge — ideal for heavier or taller wood doors. Constructed with a five-knuckle barrel and finished with decorative ball finials, this hinge combines utility with refined architectural detailing. Its natural aged patina reflects more than a century of character and durability.

Era
1910s–1920s (Edwardian / Early Industrial Era).

Style
Classical Revival with Craftsman influences — widely used in homes, public buildings, and institutions built between 1910–1930.

Technique
Precision-machined brass plates with turned finials and press-fitted hinge pins. The warm patina suggests original lacquer or shellac finish worn over time, now revealing the authentic aged brass tone.

Tools Used
Metal lathe, hinge press, pin driver, and polishing wheel.

History
This hinge design was covered under a U.S. patent filed in 1913, during a period when manufacturers like Stanley Works, Corbin, and Russwin were leaders in precision brass hardware production. These hinges were standard in both Craftsman and Colonial Revival doors of the time.

Manufacturer / Maker
Maker: Possible Stanley or Corbin (based on patent style and engraving layout).

Measurements
4" W x 5" H Five-knuckle design with ball finials.

Suggested Weight
Approximately 0.8 lbs per hinge.

Suggested Shipping Package Dimension
6" x 6" x 3" box, wrapped individually to prevent surface abrasion.

Item Number : P15097

Category : Hinges

Brand : UK