Vintage door mail slot

Vintage Door Mail Slot – Antique Letterbox Plate with Original Springs
 
With a soft metallic sound, letters slipped through the mail slot and landed gently on the hallway floor.

Long before emails and doorbells with cameras, letters arrived with a soft metallic sound as they slipped through the mail slot and landed on the hallway floor.

This antique door mailbox has witnessed countless handwritten messages, postcards from distant places, and perhaps even a few love letters. The beautifully aged metal surface, worn paint, and sturdy construction give it the authentic character only time can create.

The letterbox flap is fitted with its original spring mechanism, which still works beautifully today. The springs remain strong, allowing the flap to close securely after each letter passes through.

A wonderful piece for restoring an old house or adding authentic character to a vintage-inspired interior. It also makes an attractive decorative object for shop displays, film props, or historical collections.

Perfect for:
old house restoration
period home renovation
farmhouse and cottage decor
visual merchandising and shop displays
theatrical or film props
collectors of antique architectural hardware

Good vintage working condition with age-related wear, patina, and traces of old paint. The original springs are strong and fully functional.

Measurements
overall size
25.5 × 8 × 0.6 cm / 10 × 3.1 × 0.2 inches
aperture size
20.2 × 4.5 cm / 8 × 1.8 inches
weight 485 g