A watch fob is a decorative ornament suspended from a pocket watch chain. These pieces were designed to hang from a waistcoat or belt. Over time, they evolved from practical counterweights or seals into ornamental statements reflecting personal style.

How do you wear an albert chain?

An albert chain is secured by passing the t-bar through a buttonhole on a waistcoat. The pocket watch itself sits safely in the matching pocket. The attached fob or pendant hangs down across the front of the waistcoat for display.

Are these fobs made of solid gold?

The materials vary between solid metals and plated alternatives. Listings include nine-carat and eighteen-carat gold alongside rolled gold and sterling silver. Hallmarks and stamps on the metal help identify the specific standard used by the maker.