Watch Fob, 1850-1915
THF30487 / Watch Fob, 1850-1915
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Artifact Overview
By the late 1800s, a fob generally referred to an ornament that hung from a watch chain. Fobs included small seals, jewels, medallions, pendants, or other charms. These adornments may have had special personal meaning to the wearer, signifying a person's character or identity.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Watch fob
Date Made
1850-1915
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2002.0.18.714
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Plated metal
Quartz (Mineral)
Color
Gold (Color)
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