Georgian 9k Gold Carnelian Intaglio Roman Neoclassical Seal Fob
A wonderful example of Neoclassical design from the early 19th century ! Crafted out of 9k yellow gold and set with an carnelian intaglio of a classical figure, a man in profile, possibly Roman or Greek.
Seal fobs, sometimes singular sometimes in a cluster, were popular accessories that were used to both weigh down the end of pocket watch chains that were draped across a man's waistcoat and to seal wax for correspondence. Functional and stylish they come in all sorts of shapes and sizes.
Beautiful in in simplicity it makes a fantastic pendant!
Chain is not included, listing is for fob only.
Dimensions: .77 inches wide by 1 inch tall.
Weight: 7 grams
Condition: In very good antique condition. Minor wear to exterior commensurate with age and use. Small older repair to top of bale. Intaglio in excellent condition, free of cracks or scratches.
Seal fobs, sometimes singular sometimes in a cluster, were popular accessories that were used to both weigh down the end of pocket watch chains that were draped across a man's waistcoat and to seal wax for correspondence. Functional and stylish they come in all sorts of shapes and sizes.
Beautiful in in simplicity it makes a fantastic pendant!
Chain is not included, listing is for fob only.
Dimensions: .77 inches wide by 1 inch tall.
Weight: 7 grams
Condition: In very good antique condition. Minor wear to exterior commensurate with age and use. Small older repair to top of bale. Intaglio in excellent condition, free of cracks or scratches.
