Flowing gold filled curves form an airy, symmetrical design above the beaded rectangular base of this Art Nouveau watch fob. A large scroll-engraved suspension ring echoes the ornament below, giving the piece a beautifully finished silhouette.
Made around 1900–1910, the fob retains hand-engraved BH initials in elaborate script on its underside. Its generous ring is soldered closed and offers an attractive way to suspend it from a necklace or pocket watch chain. The unmarked gold filled metal has been tested; the maker remains unknown.
- Art Nouveau, circa 1900–1910, estimated
- Gold filled, tested; no marks
- Flowing openwork with a beaded base border
- Hand-engraved BH initials underneath
- Engraved ring, soldered closed: Approximately 18 mm across
- Fob including bail: 15/16 inch (24 mm) tall
- Width: 1 inch (25 mm)
- Depth: 5/16 inch (8 mm)
- Weight: 8.5 grams
- Excellent antique condition with light wear and no damage.