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How does an antique watch fob work?

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How does an antique watch fob work?
An antique fob watch works with the help of a winding mechanism. Turning the winder puts tension on the clockwork gears, allowing them to move. Depending on the watch, you may wind it with a specially designed key or a winding crown located on the stem of the timepiece. You'll find a collection of antique fob watches on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Antique Gold Fob c1850s
Located in Litchfield, CT
Excellent condition. Remark: “Wearing a fob around your neck is the original boyfriend look.
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Antique 1850s Pendant Necklaces

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Citrine, 14k Gold

Antique Gold Fob c1850s
$3,800 / item
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Antique Lapis Fob Pendant
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1870s, 14k. This antique fob features fine detail and a richly hued lapis.
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Antique 1870s Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold

Antique Lapis Fob Pendant
$4,400
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Antique Victorian Carnelian Fob
Located in New York, NY
Antique Victorian Carnelian Fob from the late 19th Century. The ribbed ring is 10K gold with a gold filled metal seal with unengraved carnelian stone at base, perfect for a chain or ...
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Antique 1870s American High Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Gilt Metal, 10k Gold

Antique Victorian Carnelian Fob
$575 / item
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Victorian Spaniel Dog Fob Pendant
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A charming Victorian-era fob dating to 1880, featuring a finely rendered spaniel or setter in 11K gold, mounted on a 10K gold base with a polished carnelian plaque forming the unders...
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Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Garnet, 10k Gold

Victorian Chalcedony Gold Fob
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a beautiful example of a fob. The chalcedony on the bottom is in pristine condition.
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Antique 1890s British Late Victorian More Jewelry

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Chalcedony, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yale Banjo Club Fob-Pendant
Located in Litchfield, CT
One hundred years unique, this is a fabulous gold fob. Beautifully made, this enameled banjo club memento is perfect for a pendant, alone or in a stack.
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Vintage 1910s American Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold

Yale Banjo Club Fob-Pendant
$1,650
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