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Georgian Gilt Bloodstone Carnelian Double Sided Watch Key Fob Circa 1820
Georgian Gilt Bloodstone Carnelian Double Sided Watch Key Fob Circa 1820

Georgian Gilt Bloodstone Carnelian Double Sided Watch Key Fob Circa 1820

Located in Honolulu, HI

An exceptional and rare large-scale antique British Georgian double-sided pocket watch key fob pendant, sourced from the United Kingdom and dating to circa 1820-1830.

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Antique 1820s British Georgian Pendant Necklaces

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Carnelian, Gilt Metal, Gold Plate

Antique 9K Yellow Gold Ornate Engraved Quartz Watch Key Fob or Pendant
Antique 9K Yellow Gold Ornate Engraved Quartz Watch Key Fob or Pendant

Antique 9K Yellow Gold Ornate Engraved Quartz Watch Key Fob or Pendant

Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB

The watch key fob is hexagonal in shape, and tapers elegantly from the quartz set end, to the watch key end.

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 19th Century Pocket Watch Keys Fob Pendant
French 19th Century Pocket Watch Keys Fob Pendant

French 19th Century Pocket Watch Keys Fob Pendant

Located in Sofia, BG

Here we present three different pocket watch keys that could become a delicate jewellery. All are made in France and were used in the late 19th century and are still in good original...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Collectible Jewelry

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Metal

Antique Gemstone Watch Key Fob Curb Chain Charm Bracelet
Antique Gemstone Watch Key Fob Curb Chain Charm Bracelet

Antique Gemstone Watch Key Fob Curb Chain Charm Bracelet

Located in Rotterdam, NL

An exquisite antique Victorian 9ct gold curb chain bracelet from the 19th century featuring nine unique fobs, five of which are in the form of watch keys.

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Charm Bracelets

Materials

Agate, Carnelian, Multi-gemstone, 9k Gold

French 19th Century 9k Gold Engraved Pocket Watch Key Fob Pendant and Rubies
French 19th Century 9k Gold Engraved Pocket Watch Key Fob Pendant and Rubies

French 19th Century 9k Gold Engraved Pocket Watch Key Fob Pendant and Rubies

Located in Sofia, BG

French golden engraved pocket watch key that would look great even just as a pendant on a proper chain. It has delicate engravings on the top and three surrounded small ruby stones t...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Collectible Jewelry

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Gold

Vintage 1960s Titus 26MM Glass Orb Key Fob Watch
Vintage 1960s Titus 26MM Glass Orb Key Fob Watch

Vintage 1960s Titus 26MM Glass Orb Key Fob Watch

By Titus

Located in New York, NY

This vintage 1960s Titus gold-filled key fob watch houses a manual wind movement inside a 26MM glass orb case, letting the dial and movement both stay visible from either side.

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Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Antique 18ct Gold Pocket Watch Key Pendant: Victorian Engraved Fob
Antique 18ct Gold Pocket Watch Key Pendant: Victorian Engraved Fob

Antique 18ct Gold Pocket Watch Key Pendant: Victorian Engraved Fob

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Watch Key 18ct Gold Circa 1900 Discover the elegance of this exquisite Victorian pocket watch key, crafted from 18ct yellow gold. This stunning piece is beautifully engrav...

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Early 20th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

18ct Gold Victorian Engraved Pocket Watch Key Pendant with Amethyst Coloured Fob
18ct Gold Victorian Engraved Pocket Watch Key Pendant with Amethyst Coloured Fob

18ct Gold Victorian Engraved Pocket Watch Key Pendant with Amethyst Coloured Fob

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Watch Key 18ct Gold Circa 1880 * THE GOLD CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY Discover the elegance of this exquisite Victorian pocket watch key, crafted from 18ct yellow gold.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 18ct Gold Pocket Watch Key Pendant: Victorian Ruby Set Engraved Fob
Antique 18ct Gold Pocket Watch Key Pendant: Victorian Ruby Set Engraved Fob

Antique 18ct Gold Pocket Watch Key Pendant: Victorian Ruby Set Engraved Fob

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Watch Key 18ct Gold Circa 1900 Discover the elegance of this exquisite Victorian pocket watch key, crafted from 18ct yellow gold. This stunning piece is beautifully engrav...

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Early 20th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 18ct Gold Pocket Watch Key Pendant: Victorian Ruby Set Engraved Fob
Antique 18ct Gold Pocket Watch Key Pendant: Victorian Ruby Set Engraved Fob

Antique 18ct Gold Pocket Watch Key Pendant: Victorian Ruby Set Engraved Fob

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Watch Key 18ct Gold Circa 1900 * The gold chain is sold separately Discover the elegance of this exquisite Victorian pocket watch key, crafted from 18ct yellow gold. Thi...

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Native American Beaded Watch Fob with Crossed Flags, ca 1915-1920
Native American Beaded Watch Fob with Crossed Flags, ca 1915-1920

Native American Beaded Watch Fob with Crossed Flags, ca 1915-1920

Located in York County, PA

There is a brass clasp at the top, affixed with a fabric-covered ring. Watch fobs were worn on a pocket watch like a modern key fob might be attached to keys, except in this case be...

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Vintage 1910s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

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Beads

Antique Victorian 14K Gold Pocket Watch Key Belcher Rolo Chain
Antique Victorian 14K Gold Pocket Watch Key Belcher Rolo Chain

Antique Victorian 14K Gold Pocket Watch Key Belcher Rolo Chain

Located in Rotterdam, NL

Often a watch key and fob would hold a pocket watch swung on chains attached to the vest pocket on the other side of the vest.

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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

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Small Antique Ornate Gold Pocket Watch Key / Fob
Small Antique Ornate Gold Pocket Watch Key / Fob

Small Antique Ornate Gold Pocket Watch Key / Fob

Located in Carlisle, GB

This beautiful and small antique pocket watch key with a clear white and green paste is measured 31mm from the loop to the bottom. It is a pre-owned condition as shown. Please stud...

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Antique 1880s British Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Antique Victorian Period Silver Turquoise Watch Key / Fob Pendant
Antique Victorian Period Silver Turquoise Watch Key / Fob Pendant

Antique Victorian Period Silver Turquoise Watch Key / Fob Pendant

Located in Carlisle, GB

This stunning piece is measured approximately 42mm long 14mm wide and weigh 8 grams. It is a Pre-owned antique condition with some tiny scratches and tiny dents as shown. Please stu...

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Antique 1880s Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, Silver

Antique 15ct Gold Large Pocket Watch Key Fob c1850 625 Purity Heavy 3.1g
Antique 15ct Gold Large Pocket Watch Key Fob c1850 625 Purity Heavy 3.1g

Antique 15ct Gold Large Pocket Watch Key Fob c1850 625 Purity Heavy 3.1g

Located in Camelford, GB

If you have landed on this page then you have an eye for beauty. On offer is this gorgeous 15CT SOLID GOLD LARGE POCKETWATCH KEY CHARM FOB DETAILS Material: 15ct (625/000) Solid R...

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 15k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 9 Karat Gold Carnelian Pocket Watch Key Fob / Pendant
Victorian 9 Karat Gold Carnelian Pocket Watch Key Fob / Pendant

Victorian 9 Karat Gold Carnelian Pocket Watch Key Fob / Pendant

Located in Carlisle, GB

This beautiful piece weighs 3.4 grams and measured 45mm tall unmarked but tested. It is a pre-owned condition with some dents, cracks and tiny scratches on the gold metal case as sh...

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Antique 1880s British Pendant Necklaces

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Carnelian, 9k Gold

Bargain Antique 15ct Gold Large Pocket Watch Key Fob c1870 625 Purity Heavy 4.6g
Bargain Antique 15ct Gold Large Pocket Watch Key Fob c1870 625 Purity Heavy 4.6g

Bargain Antique 15ct Gold Large Pocket Watch Key Fob c1870 625 Purity Heavy 4.6g

Located in Camelford, GB

OUTRAGEOUS LIMITED TIME OFFER I realize that being new to 1st Dibs means I need to build some sales, trust and feedback. For this reason I am vastly reducing the price of SOME items ...

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pocket Watches

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Onyx, Gold, 15k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Blue Paste Gold Cased Trumpet Watch Key Fob Pendant Charm
Antique Victorian Blue Paste Gold Cased Trumpet Watch Key Fob Pendant Charm

Antique Victorian Blue Paste Gold Cased Trumpet Watch Key Fob Pendant Charm

Located in Carlisle, GB

This ornate Antique Victorian Watch Key Pendant features a light blue Paste on the base and wonderful detailing throughout, modelled in finely engraved and carefully carved Gold case...

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Antique 1880s British Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Antique Victorian Pink Paste Gold Cased Trumpet Watch Key Fob Pendant Charm
Antique Victorian Pink Paste Gold Cased Trumpet Watch Key Fob Pendant Charm

Antique Victorian Pink Paste Gold Cased Trumpet Watch Key Fob Pendant Charm

Located in Carlisle, GB

This ornate Gold Antique Victorian Watch Key Pendant features a dark pink Paste on the base and wonderful detailing throughout, modelled in finely engraved and carefully carved Gold ...

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Antique 1880s British Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Small 14 Karat Gold Key-Less Pendant Fob / Pocket Watch, circa 1900
Small 14 Karat Gold Key-Less Pendant Fob / Pocket Watch, circa 1900

Small 14 Karat Gold Key-Less Pendant Fob / Pocket Watch, circa 1900

Located in Carlisle, GB

This beautiful 28mm diameter antique gold pendant watch is working and it is ticking well. Visible signs of gentle used with tiny scratches on the glass and tiny dents on the gold ba...

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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Enamel, Gold

Key-Less Antique 9 Karat Gold Dimier Freres & Cie. Ladies Fob / Pocket Watch
Key-Less Antique 9 Karat Gold Dimier Freres & Cie. Ladies Fob / Pocket Watch

Key-Less Antique 9 Karat Gold Dimier Freres & Cie. Ladies Fob / Pocket Watch

Located in Carlisle, GB

This Beautifully engraved gold case of Victorian period ladies fob watch is in good working condition and it is ticking well. With its gold inlaid enamel dial. Watch size is 34mm D...

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Antique 1880s Swiss Pocket Watches

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Gold

Key-Less Antique 9 Karat Gold Dimier Freres & Cie. Ladies Fob / Pocket Watch
Key-Less Antique 9 Karat Gold Dimier Freres & Cie. Ladies Fob / Pocket Watch

Key-Less Antique 9 Karat Gold Dimier Freres & Cie. Ladies Fob / Pocket Watch

Located in Carlisle, GB

This Beautifully engraved gold case of Victorian period ladies fob watch is in good working condition and it is ticking well. With its gold inlaid enamel dial. Watch size is 34mm D...

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Antique 1880s Swiss Pocket Watches

Small Antique Silver Key-Wind Fob / Pocket
Small Antique Silver Key-Wind Fob / Pocket

Small Antique Silver Key-Wind Fob / Pocket

Located in Carlisle, GB

This beautiful small antique mechanical watch is working and it is ticking well. It’s come with winding key. Please see the images carefully as form part of the description.

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Antique 1880s Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Antique 18ct Gold Pocket Watch Key Charm Fob c1870 750 Purity Twist Detailed
Antique 18ct Gold Pocket Watch Key Charm Fob c1870 750 Purity Twist Detailed

Antique 18ct Gold Pocket Watch Key Charm Fob c1870 750 Purity Twist Detailed

Located in Camelford, GB

If you have landed on this page then you have an eye for beauty. On offer is this gorgeous 18CT SOLID GOLD TWIST DESIGN POCKETWATCH KEY DETAILS Material: 18ct (750/000) Solid Yell...

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pocket Watches

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Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 15ct Gold Large Pocket Watch Key Spinner Fob C1870 625 Purity Heavy 9.4g
Antique 15ct Gold Large Pocket Watch Key Spinner Fob C1870 625 Purity Heavy 9.4g

Antique 15ct Gold Large Pocket Watch Key Spinner Fob C1870 625 Purity Heavy 9.4g

Located in Camelford, GB

If you have landed on this page then you have an eye for beauty. On offer is this gorgeous 15CT SOLID GOLD LARGE POCKETWATCH KEY SPINNER FOB DETAILS Material: 15ct (625/000) Solid...

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Brooches

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, 15k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Momento Mori Skull Pocket watch Key
Momento Mori Skull Pocket watch Key

Momento Mori Skull Pocket watch Key

Unavailable

H 1.25 in W 0.5 in D 0.25 in

Momento Mori Skull Pocket watch Key

Located in Stamford, CT

Memento Mori skull pocket watch winding key fob in vintage condition. This is a Verge pocket watch key.

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Gothic Revival Collectible Jewelry

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Metal

Antique Victorian Curb Bracelet 9ct Gold With Seven Agate Fobs
Antique Victorian Curb Bracelet 9ct Gold With Seven Agate Fobs

Antique Victorian Curb Bracelet 9ct Gold With Seven Agate Fobs

Located in Kendal, GB

A remarkable antique Victorian 9ct gold curb bracelet from the late 19th Century featuring seven unique fobs, two of which are in the form of watch keys.

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Antique 1880s European Victorian Charm Bracelets

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Agate, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Gold Watch Key Fob Bracelet
Antique Gold Watch Key Fob Bracelet

Antique Gold Watch Key Fob Bracelet

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1800 to 1860s Mostly all Gold Watch Keys, attached from a 14k Yellow Gold Link Bracelet with an unusual Clutching Hand lock. some Keys set with Agate and other stones. Most of ...

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Antique 1850s Unknown Victorian Charm Bracelets

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Gold

Antique Victorian Watch Key Fob 9k Yellow Gold Charm Pendant Coral Jewelry
Antique Victorian Watch Key Fob 9k Yellow Gold Charm Pendant Coral Jewelry

Antique Victorian Watch Key Fob 9k Yellow Gold Charm Pendant Coral Jewelry

Located in Torrance, CA

Finely detailed antique Victorian watch key fob crafted in 9k yellow gold. Natural coral measures 5mm (in good condition and free of cracks or chips).

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Yellow Gold

Antique Gold Victorian Watch Key and Fob Seal in the Form of a Trumpet
Antique Gold Victorian Watch Key and Fob Seal in the Form of a Trumpet

Antique Gold Victorian Watch Key and Fob Seal in the Form of a Trumpet

Located in Baltimore, MD

Unusual Antique 18K gold Victorian Combination Watch Key & Fob Seal in the form of a trumpet, c1880.

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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18k Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fob and Watch Winder Key
Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fob and Watch Winder Key

Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fob and Watch Winder Key

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fob and Watch Winder Key This elegant piece features a fob and watch winder key on a 18K gold chain.

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Antique 19th Century More Jewelry

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 9kt Gold Watch Key Seal Fob Pendant, Masonic, Bloodstone
Antique Victorian 9kt Gold Watch Key Seal Fob Pendant, Masonic, Bloodstone

Antique Victorian 9kt Gold Watch Key Seal Fob Pendant, Masonic, Bloodstone

Located in NEWARK, GB

This antique Victorian 9 karat yellow gold watch key seal fob pendant is just incredible. So much going on in this piece it is a very unique find.

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique French Talisman, Huge Gold Watch Key
Antique French Talisman, Huge Gold Watch Key

Antique French Talisman, Huge Gold Watch Key

Located in Litchfield, CT

Remark: "The Victorian's loved to festoon their watch chains and quickly went from practical fobs and watch keys to fanciful, figural, and outsized pieces like this one - their outr...

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Antique 1870s French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Fob Bracelet
Antique Fob Bracelet

Antique Fob Bracelet

Located in Litchfield, CT

Bracelet circa1970s, Fobs circa 1890s-1910,14k, American. Festooned with colorful and interesting fobs including seals, a watch key and a figural dog fob, the contemporary Italian b...

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Vintage 1970s American Charm Bracelets

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Agate, Citrine, Turquoise, Amethyst, Carnelian, 14k Gold

Huge Carnelian Set Gold Watch Key as Pendant
Huge Carnelian Set Gold Watch Key as Pendant

Huge Carnelian Set Gold Watch Key as Pendant

Located in Litchfield, CT

The Victorians loved to festoon their watch chains and quickly went from practical fobs and watch keys to fanciful, figural, and outsized pieces like this one, their outrageous style...

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Antique 1870s Victorian Drop Necklaces

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Carnelian, 14k Gold

1950’s Vendome French Silk Scarf With Trompe L'oeil Time Pieces
1950’s Vendome French Silk Scarf With Trompe L'oeil Time Pieces

1950’s Vendome French Silk Scarf With Trompe L'oeil Time Pieces

By Vendome

Located in Atlanta, GA

The large 33.25" x 34.25" scarf depicts ornate French clock figures with trompe l'oeil pocket watches, fobs and winding keys all in shades of dark peacock blue, olive green, ivory wh...

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1950s French Scarves

Pair of Antique 19th Century Danish Oil on Canvas Eiler Jorgensen Portraits
Pair of Antique 19th Century Danish Oil on Canvas Eiler Jorgensen Portraits

Pair of Antique 19th Century Danish Oil on Canvas Eiler Jorgensen Portraits

Located in Round Top, TX

These two portraits of a prominent couple, exhibit the artists attention to detail, from the woman's cameo to the gentleman's watch fob and key. Painted by Danish artist Eiler Jorgen...

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Antique Late 19th Century Danish Paintings

Georgian Gold Double Sided Watch Key Fob
Georgian Gold Double Sided Watch Key Fob

Georgian Gold Double Sided Watch Key Fob

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W 0.38 in D 0.25 in L 1.13 in

Georgian Gold Double Sided Watch Key Fob

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Georgian gold double sided watch key fob. One side has an oval beveled bloodstone while the other side is set with an oval beveled white chalcedony.

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Antique 1820s British Georgian More Jewelry

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Chalcedony, 14k Gold

Watch Key Fob with Bloodstone Lion Intaglio Set into 14k Yellow Gold
Watch Key Fob with Bloodstone Lion Intaglio Set into 14k Yellow Gold

Watch Key Fob with Bloodstone Lion Intaglio Set into 14k Yellow Gold

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Nineteenth century 14k gold watch key fob in a trumpet form. The simplicity of this form is prime.

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Antique 1820s British Georgian More Jewelry

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14k Gold

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Watch Key Fob For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate watch key fob for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 14k Gold and 18k Gold. If you’re looking for a watch key fob from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic watch key fob over the years, but those made by Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection and Jakob Bengel are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A watch key fob can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 3 Citrine versions can add an especially stylish touch. An oval cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and cushion cut versions for sale. Most of our watch key fob for sale are for women, but there are 18 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Watch Key Fob?

Prices for a watch key fob can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $121 and can go as high as $5,600, while this accessory, on average, fetches $595.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.