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)