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Antique Victorian Gilt Metal Swivel Compass Fob Watch Pendant
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Antique Victorian Gilt Metal Swivel Compass Fob Watch Pendant

19th century
Description

An antique Victorian/ Edwardian Gilt Metal Swivel Compass Fob Watch Pendant.

In good antique condition, the hands are moving freely, but not tested for accuracy. Usual signs of wear all commensurate of age and use.

Measures 2 cm diameter of the compass.

Physical Dimensions
Width
2cm (0.79")
Declaration

Queens Antiques and Collectables has dated this Victorian Compass Fob Pendant to the 19th Century.

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SA1175621
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Description
An antique Victorian/ Edwardian Gilt Metal Swivel Compass Fob Watch Pendant.

In good antique condition, the hands are moving freely, but not tested for accuracy. Usual signs of wear all commensurate of age and use.

Measures 2 cm diameter of the compass.

Width
2cm (0.79")
Date of Manufacture

Queens Antiques and Collectables has dated this Victorian Compass Fob Pendant to the 19th Century.

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SA1175621
Queens Antiques and Collectables
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2025

Specialising in georgian & later high quality silver pieces.

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An antique Victorian gilt metal swivel compass fob pendant featuring a textured suspension arch, a rope-twist border, and a compass dial beneath glass. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An antique Victorian gilt metal swivel compass fob pendant featuring a textured suspension arch, a rope-twist border, and a compass dial beneath glass. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Victorian Gilt Metal Swivel Compass Fob Watch Pendant

Archive II An antique Victorian gilt metal swivel compass fob pendant featuring a textured suspension arch, a rope-twist border, and a compass dial beneath glass. View II
Archive III An antique Victorian gilt metal swivel compass fob pendant featuring a textured suspension arch, a rope-twist border, and a compass dial beneath glass. View III
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Archive VI An antique Victorian gilt metal swivel compass fob pendant featuring a textured suspension arch, a rope-twist border, and a compass dial beneath glass. View VI
Archive VII An antique Victorian gilt metal swivel compass fob pendant featuring a textured suspension arch, a rope-twist border, and a compass dial beneath glass. View VII
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Archive IX An antique Victorian gilt metal swivel compass fob pendant featuring a textured suspension arch, a rope-twist border, and a compass dial beneath glass. View IX
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An antique Victorian gilt metal swivel compass fob pendant featuring a textured suspension arch, a rope-twist border, and a compass dial beneath glass.
Antique Victorian Gilt Metal Swivel Compass Fob Watch Pendant
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An antique Victorian gilt metal swivel compass fob pendant featuring a textured suspension arch, a rope-twist border, and a compass dial beneath glass.
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  • ObjectJewellery
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialGilt Metal, Glass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsSwivel mount, Rope twist border, Directional compass rose
  • SizeW 2 cm (1 in)

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During the Victorian era, compass fobs served as practical and decorative attachments for pocket watch chains, allowing individuals to carry functional navigation instruments as personal accessories.

These items were commonly crafted from gilt metal, brass, silver, or gold, incorporating a glass lens crystal and a printed paper or metal dial face housing a magnetic steel needle.

Authentic Victorian examples typically feature hand-engraved details, natural age-related oxidisation, bevelled glass crystals, and traditional swivel mount mechanisms rather than modern cast fittings.

An antique compass fob can be repurposed as a pendant on a contemporary neck chain, attached to a charm bracelet, or displayed within a glass vitrine as a collector piece.

Wipe the exterior gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth, avoiding liquid chemicals or submersion, which could penetrate the glass seal and damage the paper dial inside.
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