Gold Dog Fob Pendant
Antique 9k gold Dog watch key fob, Citrine, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
piece.
This is an early Victorian watch key and fob in 9ct gold, not just any old key though this is
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 14K Gold Cube Watch Fob with Watch Chain & Dog Clasp
Located in Danvers, MA
Offered is a lovely late Victorian 14K gold pocket watch fob, with its original short watch chain
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Antique Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold
Antique von Aminoff 3 Intaglio Fob wax Seal Citrine solid 18K Gold / 8.7gr
Located in SE
18th - 19th-century fob pendant in solid 18K Yellow Gold mount with 3 intaglio seals skillfully
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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, 18k Gold
Victorian Shiebler Homeric Sterling Silver Graduated Watch Fob
By George Shiebler
Located in Venice, CA
This sterling silver fob features four graduated homeric medallions, dangling from a dog clip
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Antique 1890s American Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
NCR & Co Antique Victorian Gold Gilt Metal Long Guard Chain with Dog Clip
Located in London, GB
can be used to attach a pendant or fob. The dog clip was used in Victorian times to hold a pocket
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Victorian Substantial Hand-Carved Carnelian Seal Pointer Dog Fob Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
from the Victorian era (ca1880) with a charming hunting dog motif! Made of vibrant 14kt yellow gold
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Antique 1880s Victorian Necklace Enhancers
Materials
Carnelian, 14k Gold
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W 1.88 in D 1 in L 2 in
Vintage Triple Charm Necklace
Located in London, GB
host to a trio of pendants including an ornate citrine set fob, pearl and rose cut diamond set love
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9k gold longuard chain necklace, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
could have a dog clip or spring ring added for adding your favourite pendant, charms, fob watch or
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9k Gold Albert Chain, Curb Link, Edwardian
Located in NEWARK, GB
extra gold jump ring attached mid way down one chain length ideal for attaching a fob or pendant.
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Chain Necklaces
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9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Victorian 14K Gold Pocket Watch Key Belcher Rolo Chain
Located in Rotterdam, NL
pendants - like seals - and these pendants themselves became known as fobs.
The chains are in very good
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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Chain Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Edwardian Curb Link Albert Watch Chain Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
chain of 18mm which could attach a fob or pendant or be used to add additional length to the chain
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold, Rose Gold
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Located in NEWARK, GB
This antique Victorian 9ct gold watch key seal fob makes for a fantastic pendant or the perfect addition to your favourite Albert chain.
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
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1800s Art Nouveau Miniature Ruby Flower Enamel Spring Bloom Tiffany Style Clock
Located in New york, NY
A Miniature Specially Designed Unique Art Nouveau 1800s French, Premier Butterfly & Flower “Spring Bloom” Enamel Tiffany Art of Enameling Style Full 4 Hand Painted Series Style Boudo...
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Ruby, Brass, Yellow Gold
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Vintage German Glass Beads, Art 2401E Earrings
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Located in Monrovia, CA
The earrings are light weight and are made to rotate and reposition with movement. The earrings consist of black diamond and burgundy long teardrop shaped beads. They are new old sto...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Dangle Earrings
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Edwardian Silver Albert or Necklace Chain with T-Bar and Fob
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This delightful silver chain holds a fob set with bloodstone and carnelian. The chain has a dog clip at each and and the chain is made up of knotted and trombone links.
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Chain Necklaces
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Silver
Antique Victorian Electro Plated Nickel Silver Chatelaine with Accessories
Located in London, GB
Fabulous antique Victorian electro plated nickel silver chatelaine, with a magnifying glass that closes into a holder, and a floral decorated pin cushion which is missing its fabric ...
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Art Nouveau 18k Gold Diamond Pocket Watch, Fob Watch, Escasany
Located in NEWARK, GB
A truly spectacular antique Art Nouveau era, 18kt gold and Rose cut diamond pocket watch or fob watch.
A rich 18kt gold smooth polished case engraved on the reverse with a typically...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Double Triangle Pearl Earrings
By Aracheli Studio
Located in Monrovia, CA
The earrings are light weight and are made to rotate and reposition with movement.
The earrings consist of triangle freshwater pearls, gold filled findings and gold-plated brass met...
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
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Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Brass
Waltham 1886 Riverside Size 0s Hunting Pocket Watch In 18Kt Gold With Diamond
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Pocket watch designed by Waltham.
Beautiful hunting pocket watch, created in Massachusetts United States by the A.W Waltham Watch Company, circa 1886-1887. This piece is one of the ...
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Antique 1880s American Victorian Pocket Watches
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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Vintage Givenchy Bracelet 1980s
By Givenchy
Located in London, GB
Vintage 1980s Givenchy Bracelet
Introducing a true vintage gem - an 80s gold plated textured bangle from Givenchy, unworn and in mint condition with its original tag. This stunning ...
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Vintage 1980s French Bangles
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Gold Plate
Edwardian 18 Carat Gold Citrine Fob Seal, circa 1902
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
An impressive early Edwardian 18ct yellow gold citrine set fob seal dating from 1902. The original owner made the decision to keep the base blank which means the new owner still has ...
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
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Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Belcher Chain Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This lovely necklace is simple and the belcher style chain gives the necklace a fine look.
Length: 36cm
Chain Width: 2.5mm
Weight: 6.5g
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Antique 1880s British Victorian Chain Necklaces
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Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Gold Flintlock Revolver Pocket Watch Key Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique 18 karat yellow gold flintlock revolver pocket watch key pendant from the past. This single-barrel gold flint pistol pocket watch key has a curved lock, floral-carved side...
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Antique Early 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces
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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage German Glass Beads, Art 2207N Necklace
By Aracheli Studio
Located in Monrovia, CA
The pendant consist of 2 mini emerald green oval shaped beads and finished with a 16 inch gold-filled chain.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
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Gold, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Base Metal, Brass
French Art Nouveau Silver Cigarette Case By Charles Murat
Located in Portland, GB
This beautiful and finely crafted French Art Nouveau silver cigarette case is made circa 1890 by Charles Murat. The piece is embossed with with sprigs of mistletoe on both sides with...
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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Boxes and Cases
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Silver
Vintage German Glass Beads, Art 2202 Earrings
By Aracheli Studio
Located in Monrovia, CA
This is for a set of earrings. The earrings consist of pink oblong and marbled green mini circle shaped beads. They are new old stock vintage German glass beads that are framed with ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Dangle Earrings
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Vintage German Glass Beads, Art 2209 Earrings
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Georgian/Regency Little Dog Fob Pearl Ruby 18 Karat Gold
Located in Napoli, IT
made of solid 18 Kt gold is a little dog very finely made with natural pearl head and ruby eyes
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Antique Early 19th Century Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
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Pearl, Ruby, Gold
Victorian era 14k gold cupid and dog carnelian seal fob pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale an exquisite 19th-century Victorian era 14k gold fob pendant, a timeless piece that
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Antique 19th Century European Victorian Pendant Necklaces
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Carnelian, 14k Gold
Seahorse Dragon Lion Lizard Art Glass Fob Pendant Antique Belle Epoque Dog Clip
Located in New York, NY
and red art glass cabochons. The fob is gold filled and has a chain with a dog clip to attach your
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
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14 Karat Yellow Gold Hunter Watch Fob Wax Seal Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Hunter Watch Fob Wax Seal Pendant-
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces
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Carnelian, Yellow Gold
Victorian Large Watch Fob with Canine Images
Located in Stamford, CT
spaniel head on each side of the fob, curves and swirls that look like dog tails and points that resemble
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Antique 1850s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
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Carnelian, 15k Gold
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Trombone Chain Necklace with Pendant
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous trombone chain holds a swivel fob pendant with scroll and engraved detail. The fob is
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Antique 1880s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
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Carnelian, 9k Gold
Victorian Rock Crystal Spinner Fob zGold Pendant
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1870s, 14k. This Victorian rock crystal fob makes a unique and charming pendant. Featuring
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Antique 1870s Victorian Necklace Enhancers
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Rock Crystal, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian 9 Karat Gold Long Belcher Guard Dog Clip Chain Necklace
Located in Vilnius, LT
can be used to attach a pendant or fob. The chain is crafted in 9K gold. The colour is a warm rose
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Chain Necklaces
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9k Gold
Antique 9kt Gold Longuard Chain Necklace, Edwardian Muff Chain
Located in NEWARK, GB
pendant, charms, fob watch or locket, this currently fastens with a replacement gold plated jump ring
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Chain Necklaces
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Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Victorian Longuard Chain Necklace, Muff Chain, Rose Gold Plated
Located in NEWARK, GB
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces
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Gold Plate, Rose Gold
Antique Edwardian Guard Chain Necklace, Muff Chain, Gold Plated
Located in NEWARK, GB
perfect for attaching your favourite lockets, pendants or fob watch!
A great quality antique chain with
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Chain Necklaces
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Gold Plate
Antique 9k Yellow Gold Longuard Chain Necklace, Muff Chain, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
strong so could carry your larger pendants or lockets.
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces
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9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9k Rose Gold Albert chain, watch chain necklace, Edwardian
Located in NEWARK, GB
graduating in width with a short extension chain near the t bar for adding a fob or pendant.
It has gorgeous
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Chain Necklaces
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Antique 9k Yellow Gold Longuard Chain Necklace, Muff Chain, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
strong so could carry your larger pendants or lockets.
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces
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Antique Victorian Watch Chain Necklace 9k Rose Gold 15" Fancy Link Choker
Located in Torrance, CA
design, crafted in rosy 9k gold. Originally a watch chain with an attached fob, the chain has two end dog
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces
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Antique 9k Rose Gold Albert Chain, Watch Chain Necklace, Edwardian, Heavy
Located in NEWARK, GB
links with a nice heavy gauge, it has 9kt Rose gold dog clip fasteners and original t bar, both marked
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Chain Necklaces
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9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Victorian Silver Plated Longuard Chain Necklace, Muff Chain
Located in NEWARK, GB
adding your favourite pendant or fob watch, the dog clip is marked with the makers mark.
Condition:
Good
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces
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Silver Plate
Antique Victorian 14 Karat Gold Heliotrope Figural Dog Watch Fob Seal Pendant
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is an exceptional Victorian watch fob seal pendant depicting a greyhound dog. It is crafted in
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Early 20th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces
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Located in Vilnius, LT
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces
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Gold
"Runt of the Litter" 10mm South Sea Pearl Fob or Pendant in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
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Victorian 10 Carat Rose Gold Painted Dog and Carnelian Swivel Pendant Locket
Located in St Helens, GB
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Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
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Located in Torrance, CA
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Two
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Victorian 15 Karat Gold Rock Quartz Crystal "Snake" Intaglio Fob Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
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Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 14k Yellow Gold Oval Carnelian Repousse Work FOB Pendant w/ Rope Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
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Victorian Bloodstone and Carnelian 9 Carat Gold Double Albert
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
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Antique 1850s British Victorian Chain Necklaces
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Victorian Bloodstone and Carnelian 9 Carat Rose Gold Double Albert
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
carnelian set into it. Next to the fob pendant and attached to the chain is a t-bar, both of which are
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Antique 1850s British Victorian Chain Necklaces
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Carnelian, Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Victorian Hairwork Long Chain, 9kt Gold, Mourning Necklace
Located in NEWARK, GB
has 9ct gold sections and caps and a 9ct gold dog clip fastener to the bottom for hanging a pendant or
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces
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Antique Victorian 9k Yellow Gold Rolo Link Chain Necklace
Located in NEWARK, GB
adding your favourite pendant, charms, fob watch or locket.
It fastens with a 9kt gold spring ring
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces
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9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Bloodstone and Carnelian 9 Carat Gold Double Albert
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
carnelian set into it. Next to the fob pendant and attached to the chain is a t-bar, both of which are
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Antique 1850s British Victorian Chain Necklaces
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Carnelian, 9k Gold
Antique 9k Yellow Gold Longuard Chain Necklace, Muff Chain
Located in NEWARK, GB
chunky 9kt yellow gold dog clip fastener attached and is adjoined by a 9kt gold jump ring ready for
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces
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Victorian Sapphire Picture Locket And Bracelet 14 Karat Gold Antique
Located in New York, NY
This is a rare and wonderful Victorian Sapphire Locket Pendant Bracelet in 14 Karat Gold. It is
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Antique 9k Rose Gold Albert Chain, Watch Chain Necklace, Victorian, Heavy
Located in NEWARK, GB
for adding a fob or pendant.
It has gorgeous chunky and heavy curb links with a light rosey overtone
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces
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Victorian Fancy Link Longuard Chain Necklace, Muff Chain, Gold Plated
Located in NEWARK, GB
paperclip type links and belcher or rolo links with a rich gold plating.
There is a dog clip fastener and a
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Gold Plate
Enamel Hunter cased watch painted with scenery 14k split pearl rose cut diamonds
Located in London, GB
An early gold,split pearl, rose cut diamonds and
Beautiful Enamel fob watch.
Hunter case with top
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Diamond, Pearl, Enamel
Antique Georgian Carnelian Dog Seal Fob Pendant
Located in Sale, Cheshire
gold, and has been made in the form of a dog - with exceptional hand-chased fur detailing. A wonderful
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Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Pendant Necklaces
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Carnelian, 15k Gold
18th Century Derby Chelsea Porcelain “Cupid Caressing Dog” Fob Pendant
By Chelsea-Derby
Located in Sale, Cheshire
Cupid and a dog and displays the pale colouring typical of the Chelsea factory. The original gold bail
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Agate, 9k Gold
Antique Georgian "Love Me Love My Dog" Chalcedony Fob Seal Pendant
Located in Sale, Cheshire
This may be THE coolest Georgian Fob Seal... It's hand-carved from a single piece of Chalcedony and
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Antique 18th Century "Dalmatian" Chelsea / St James Porcelain Seal Fob Pendant
By Chelsea-Derby
Located in Sale, Cheshire
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Vintage 9ct Rose Gold Poodle Pendant Charm Fob c1960s 375 Purity Large
Located in Camelford, GB
VINTAGE ROSE GOLD POODLE CHARM FOB / PENDANT
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Material: 9ct (375/000) Solid Rose Gold
Style: Charm
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Gold Dog Fob Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact gold dog fob pendant you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 9k gold and 14k gold — can elevate any look. Finding the perfect gold dog fob pendant may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 20th Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic gold dog fob pendant over the years, but those made by George Shiebler are often thought to be among the most beautiful. While most can agree that any gold dog fob pendant from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a citrine version from the 3 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. An oval cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also cabochon and old european cut versions for sale. Finding a gold dog fob pendant for sale for men should be easy, but there are 11 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as women, too.
How Much is a Gold Dog Fob Pendant?
On average, a gold dog fob pendant at 1stDibs sells for $2,597, while they’re typically $383 on the low end and $5,995 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Finding the Right necklaces for You
We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners.
Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers.
In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs.
For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone.
Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage necklaces designed by David Webb — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt.
On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
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