Antique Victorian Gilt Watch Key Berry Red Paste Stone Fob c1890 For Sale

Antique Victorian Gilt Watch Key Berry Red Paste Stone Fob c1890DESCRIPTIONA beautiful antique Victorian watch key dating to the late 19th century, circa 1890.
The key features a large faceted paste stone in a rich berry-red to raspberry tone, set within a decorative gilt metal body. The stone is held in a contrasting silver-tone setting, giving the piece wonderful depth and visual interest.
The setting is especially distinctive, with a rounded bezel-like form and ribbed detailing leading into the steel key shaft. The bail/key junction swivels, allowing natural movement between the suspension ring and the key body.
The original suspension ring was cut long ago, and the key remains otherwise well preserved and fully functional.
The large colored paste catches the light beautifully, shifting from deep berry red to vivid raspberry tones.
A striking antique watch key with wonderful period character, perfect for an Albert chain, fob collection, charm collection, or antique jewelry display.
Likely English based on construction, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890.Metal: Gilt metal with steel key shaftStone: Berry-red / raspberry pasteEra: VictorianDate: Circa 1890Type: Watch key / fob key
CONDITIONGood antique condition with expected age-related wear and patina to the gilt metal. The paste stone remains bright and attractive with some surface wear and internal age-related characteristics consistent with age.
The original suspension ring was cut long ago, as noted above. The swivel junction functions properly, the setting remains intact, and the key is fully functional.antique watch key, Victorian watch key, antique fob key, Victorian fob, antique paste jewelry, red paste watch key, berry red paste, raspberry paste, gilt watch key, swivel watch key, antique charm, Albert chain fob, Victorian jewelry, antique watch fob, 19th century jewelry