Black Ceramic Victorian Call Lever

Black Ceramic Victorian Call LeverA lovely working example of a mid to late Victorian solid brass servants call lever with Black ceramic knob and mount. Normally situated either side of a fireplace. Dual handed so will work either way round. We've just given the brass a light polish. Condition: Overall great working condition. Sizes & info Finish: BrassDiameter ceramic disk: 66mm (2. 5in)Total length incl lever: 155mm (6in) From centre: 110mm (4. 25in)Cup diameter: 65mm (2. 5in)Stock

Stock code: 1991/D

either a front door bell from a block of flats or perhaps from an electric servants bell system

we've given the wooden case a wax and a light clean on the bell

Width of knob: 75mm (3in)

Overall size: 240mm x 40mm (9

Width of handle: 55mm (2

Some still have some paint on the backs

Victorian period and right through to the early 1900's

This style of door handle with the turned stem and cushioned centre was seen in many homes from around 1900 right into the 1930's but with a more contemporary chrome finish

These have a brass sleeve for the bolt to screw into so they don't split when tightened

Manufactured using original victorian patterns

separate strike plate & slotted screws for escutcheon