Sold 7 September 2025 · Roselane Antiques

This “Amethyst Fob” found a buyer.

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Description

A lovely fob in a decorative grapes and vine scrolled setting. No marks so cannot confirm gold.

Fine Amethyst stone in very good condition.

Quality piece nice feel.

Height 25.6mm.

Width 14.9mm.

Physical Dimensions

Height

25.6cm (10.08")

Width

14.9cm (5.87")

Depth

13.6cm (5.35")

Declaration

Roselane Antiques has dated this Antique Amethyst Fob to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA724937

Dealers Internal Reference

RKN21

Description

A lovely fob in a decorative grapes and vine scrolled setting. No marks so cannot confirm gold.

Fine Amethyst stone in very good condition.

Quality piece nice feel.

Height 25.6mm.

Width 14.9mm.

Physical Dimensions

Height

25.6cm (10.08")

Width

14.9cm (5.87")

Depth

13.6cm (5.35")

Date of Manufacture

Roselane Antiques has dated this Antique Amethyst Fob to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA724937

Dealers Internal Ref

RKN21

About the Dealer

Roselane Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2020

Dealer Profile

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An ornate gold-plated watch fob featuring a faceted purple amethyst stone and detailed figural metalwork.

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Roselane Antiques

Telephone 0757 832 3000 or 07920 050066

Location

Aberdeenshire
Scotland
United Kingdom

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/roselane

Verified Since Mar 2020

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectJewellery
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialGold, Amethyst
ColourPurple
MotifsFaceted gemstone, Figural casting, Scrollwork engraving
SizeH 25.6 cm (10 in) x W 14.9 cm (6 in) x D 13.6 cm (5 in)

FAQs

A watch fob is a small ornamental pendant attached to a pocket watch ribbon or chain, historically used to pull the watch from a pocket or to press a wax seal into correspondence.

These pieces are commonly forged from yellow gold, rolled gold, or gilt brass, frequently set with hardstones, carnelians, bloodstones, or amethysts.

Authentic pieces generally display period-appropriate hallmarks, hand-carved intaglios, and traditional casting or chasing techniques consistent with the Georgian or Victorian eras.

An antique fob functions well suspended from a modern chain as a pendant or integrated into a charm bracelet to add historical character to contemporary outfits.

Cleaning should be done gently using a soft cloth and warm soapy water, avoiding harsh chemical dips or ultrasonic cleaners that might compromise soft stones or the integrity of the metal.