Early 1900s Standard Casket Hardware Co. Casket Handle

Whether you are building your own coffin or looking for an interesting new towel bar for the guest bathroom, these early 20th century casket handles are guaranteed to be a conversation starter! Made of silver plated sheet steel, these single lug short bar handles originally were designed to adorn the head and foot of a casket. This pivoting arm design first appeared in catalogues around 1867, but it didn't gain popularity until around the 1880s, before becoming the handle of choice throughout the 20th century.  These particular handles hail from the early 1900s and were created by the Standard Casket Hardware Company of Tionesta, PA.  Price is for ONE handle. We have three handles available, so you may purchase one, two or all of them. You can change the quantity after adding it to your cart.  Additional Details Date: Early 1900s Materials: Sheet steel, silver plate Measurements: Bar: 13" x 1.5" Lugs: 2.75" x 3" Arms pivot to allow the bar to come 1" off the surface. Markings: SCH