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Antique Chalcedony Elephant Gold Cased Ornate Fob Seal Pendant
Lancastrian Jewellers
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Antique Chalcedony Elephant Gold Cased Ornate Fob Seal Pendant

19th century
Description

This quality Antique gold-cased fob features a plain Chalcedony base and engraving throughout. The fob features an elephant figure with excellent detailing, including its tusks.

Originally used to seal a letter's wax, this piece now looks great worn as a pendant or charm. This was likely purchased as a souvenir during the Victorian era.

This would make a wonderful gift or a great addition to any collection.

METAL

Gold Cased

STONES

Chalcedony

MEASUREMENTS

Measures 2.1cm x 1.6cm

Chalcedony measures 14.36mm x 7.92mm

WEIGHT

4.32 grams

CONDITION

This antique fob remains in good condition for its age. The base is free of chips or damage, and the gold is bright, with light wear consistent with age. Overall, this sweet little fob would make a great addition to your neck styling.

Item Number - SD912

Declaration

Lancastrian Jewellers has dated this Gold Elephant Fob Seal to the Victorian era.

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SA1186905
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SD912
Description
This quality Antique gold-cased fob features a plain Chalcedony base and engraving throughout. The fob features an elephant figure with excellent detailing, including its tusks.

Originally used to seal a letter's wax, this piece now looks great worn as a pendant or charm. This was likely purchased as a souvenir during the Victorian era.

fig 1. An antique gold-cased fob seal featuring a sculpted elephant figure mounted on a patterned base with a flat chalcedony matrix.
fig 1. Antique Chalcedony Elephant Gold Cased Ornate Fob Seal Pendant

This would make a wonderful gift or a great addition to any collection.

METAL

Gold Cased

STONES

Chalcedony

MEASUREMENTS

Measures 2.1cm x 1.6cm

Chalcedony measures 14.36mm x 7.92mm

WEIGHT

4.32 grams

CONDITION

This antique fob remains in good condition for its age. The base is free of chips or damage, and the gold is bright, with light wear consistent with age. Overall, this sweet little fob would make a great addition to your neck styling.

Item Number - SD912

Date of Manufacture

Lancastrian Jewellers has dated this Gold Elephant Fob Seal to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1186905
Dealers Internal Ref
SD912
Lancastrian Jewellers
Lancastrian Jewellers
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2022

We are a third generation jewellers in the north of england, UK. Specialising in quality antique, vintage and fine jewellery

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Archive I An antique gold-cased fob seal featuring a sculpted elephant figure mounted on a patterned base with a flat chalcedony matrix.

Antique Chalcedony Elephant Gold Cased Ornate Fob Seal Pendant

Archive II An antique gold-cased fob seal featuring a sculpted elephant figure mounted on a patterned base with a flat chalcedony matrix. View II
Archive III An antique gold-cased fob seal featuring a sculpted elephant figure mounted on a patterned base with a flat chalcedony matrix. View III
Archive IV An antique gold-cased fob seal featuring a sculpted elephant figure mounted on a patterned base with a flat chalcedony matrix. View IV
Archive V An antique gold-cased fob seal featuring a sculpted elephant figure mounted on a patterned base with a flat chalcedony matrix. View V
Archive VI An antique gold-cased fob seal featuring a sculpted elephant figure mounted on a patterned base with a flat chalcedony matrix. View VI
Archive VII An antique gold-cased fob seal featuring a sculpted elephant figure mounted on a patterned base with a flat chalcedony matrix. View VII
Archive VIII An antique gold-cased fob seal featuring a sculpted elephant figure mounted on a patterned base with a flat chalcedony matrix. View VIII
Archive IX An antique gold-cased fob seal featuring a sculpted elephant figure mounted on a patterned base with a flat chalcedony matrix. View IX
Archive X An antique gold-cased fob seal featuring a sculpted elephant figure mounted on a patterned base with a flat chalcedony matrix. View X
Archive XI An antique gold-cased fob seal featuring a sculpted elephant figure mounted on a patterned base with a flat chalcedony matrix. View XI
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Lancastrian Jewellers

Lancastrian Jewellers
Telephone 07527 577305
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Dalton House
9 Dalton Square
Lancaster
Lancashire
LA1 1WD
United Kingdom
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An antique gold-cased fob seal featuring a sculpted elephant figure mounted on a patterned base with a flat chalcedony matrix.
Antique Chalcedony Elephant Gold Cased Ornate Fob Seal Pendant
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An antique gold-cased fob seal featuring a sculpted elephant figure mounted on a patterned base with a flat chalcedony matrix.
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FAQs

Fob seals were originally functional accessories suspended from a pocket watch chain, used to impress a personalised crest, monogram, or motif into melted sealing wax on correspondence. Popular throughout the 18th and 19th centuries, they served both as practical security seals and as status symbols showcasing individual taste.

Fob seals were commonly constructed from solid gold, gold casing over base metal, or silver, and often integrated hardstones such as chalcedony, carnelian, agate, or bloodstone. Artisans utilized hand-chasing, casting, and lapidary carving to construct the intricate mounts and intaglio bases.

Clean gently using a dry, soft microfibre cloth to remove oils, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners or ultrasonic immersion which can damage thin gold casing or porous gemstones. Store separately in a fabric-lined box to prevent surface scratches from other metal items.

Antique fob seals are frequently repurposed as statement pendants worn on modern gold chains, suspended alongside other antique charms on a charm bracelet, or displayed in velvet-lined collectors cabinets as decorative historical objects.

Authentic pieces from the Victorian era typically exhibit hand-carved detailing, characteristic wear around the suspension loop, and traditional goldsmithing techniques such as repousse or hand engraving. Examining the stone matrix for genuine age wear and checking for historical hallmarks or gold casing techniques also helps confirm authenticity.
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