An early 20th-century watch fob, of a type traditionally associated with mourning jewellery, featuring a wide black ribbed grosgrain ribbon with 9ct yellow gold mounts. The ribbon is secured at each end by decorative scrolling openwork gold terminals. One terminal is attached to a short curb-link chain leading to a gold T-bar. The opposite end is fitted with a double-swivel clasp assembly. The assembly includes two sliding gold mounts with scalloped edges, each decorated with bright-cut engraved scroll and foliate patterns. One slider bears the engraved dedication From Will & Lou, while the second is engraved To Dan 16.3.19. Marks for 9ct gold are visible on both decorative sliders and the swivel clasp.
Condition report:
The fob is in fair to good condition for its age. The black grosgrain ribbon shows noticeable fraying and wear, particularly along the edges. One of the decorative gold sliders is currently detached from the ribbon. The gold components exhibit light surface scratches and minor tarnishing consistent with use and age. The swivel clasps appear to be in functional order.
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