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Antique Amethyst and Agate Gold Cased Watch Key Pendant
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Antique Amethyst and Agate Gold Cased Watch Key Pendant

19th century
Description

Here's an Antique gold-cased watch key fob pendant. It features an Amethyst and an Agate on either side, cut into a rectangular shape. The watch key fob features beautifully engraved floral motifs and would look brilliant on your favourite chain.

Originally used to wind up a pocket watch, this would now look great worn as a pendant on a chain around your neck.

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

METAL

Gold Cased

STONES

Amethyst

Agate

MEASUREMENTS

Watch key measures 3.2cm x 0.9cm

Stones measure 6mm x 5mm

WEIGHT

2.53 grams

CONDITION

This Antique watch key remains in very good condition for its age. The stones are secure and free from any chips, with just some light surface wear. The engraving and body of the watch key are in good condition, too, demonstrating excellent craftsmanship. This charm would make a lovely addition to your antique collection.

Item Number - SD1122

Date of Manufacture

Lancastrian Jewellers has dated this Antique Gold Watch Key to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1242590
Dealers Internal Reference
SD1122
Description
Here's an Antique gold-cased watch key fob pendant. It features an Amethyst and an Agate on either side, cut into a rectangular shape.
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The watch key fob features beautifully engraved floral motifs and would look brilliant on your favourite chain.
Lancastrian Jewellers
fig 1. An antique gold-cased pocket watch key pendant inset with a square red agate stone and decorated with intricate chased patterns.
fig 1. Antique Amethyst and Agate Gold Cased Watch Key Pendant

Originally used to wind up a pocket watch, this would now look great worn as a pendant on a chain around your neck.

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

METAL

Gold Cased

fig 2. An antique gold-cased pocket watch key pendant inset with a square red agate stone and decorated with intricate chased patterns.
fig 2. Antique Amethyst and Agate Gold Cased Watch Key Pendant

STONES

Amethyst

Agate

MEASUREMENTS

Watch key measures 3.2cm x 0.9cm

Stones measure 6mm x 5mm

WEIGHT

2.53 grams

CONDITION

This Antique watch key remains in very good condition for its age. The stones are secure and free from any chips, with just some light surface wear. The engraving and body of the watch key are in good condition, too, demonstrating excellent craftsmanship. This charm would make a lovely addition to your antique collection.

Item Number - SD1122

Date of Manufacture

Lancastrian Jewellers has dated this Antique Gold Watch Key to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1242590
Dealers Internal Ref
SD1122
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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Lancastrian Jewellers

Lancastrian Jewellers
Telephone 07527 577305
Location
Dalton House
9 Dalton Square
Lancaster
Lancashire
LA1 1WD
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/lancastrianjewellers
Verified Since Jun 2022
Items For Sale 205
Items Sold 177
Lancastrian Jewellers
Lancastrian Jewellers
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An antique gold-cased pocket watch key pendant inset with a square red agate stone and decorated with intricate chased patterns.
Antique Amethyst and Agate Gold Cased Watch Key Pendant
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An antique gold-cased pocket watch key pendant inset with a square red agate stone and decorated with intricate chased patterns.
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  • ObjectJewellery
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialGold Cased Metal, Agate
  • ColourGold and Red
  • MotifsChased scrollwork, Suspension ring, Bezel-set gemstone

FAQs

Prior to the invention of stem-winding mechanisms in the mid-nineteenth century, pocket watches required an external key to wind the mainspring and set the hands. Key fobs were designed as both functional tools and decorative accessories, frequently worn on watch chains or chatelaines as symbols of status.

Watch keys were typically constructed using a steel pipe insert for durability where the key engaged the watch arbor, encased in gold, pinchbeck, or silver. Decorative features included hand-chased metalwork and inset hardstones such as carnelian, agate, bloodstone, or amethyst.

Authentic period watch keys display signs of hand-carving or hand-chasing, micro-wear around the winding pipe, and period-correct settings. Many gold-cased examples show slight surface patination or wear where the underlying base metal meets the gold layer, alongside hand-cut gemstones.

Antique watch keys are commonly repurposed as singular focal pendants or grouped with other antique charms on fine gold chains, Albert swivels, or charm bracelets to add historical narrative to modern wardrobes.

Clean the piece gently using a soft, dry lint-free cloth. Avoid submerging gold-cased items or foil-backed gemstones in liquid cleaners, as moisture can enter the stone setting or degrade metal casing over time.
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