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Component · Pocket watch chain and fob

Antique Pocket Watch Chain Fob

Partially verified

This antique pocket watch chain and fob is catalogued from the 19th to 20th century. Offered as lot 50, the piece measures 9.5 inches in total length and weighs 11.79 grams. Its construction includes a triple-strand section of textured elongated beads, an engraved fob pendant, a decorative clip fitting, and a secondary chain extension terminating in a swivel clasp stamped 'AAG CO.' Sourced from the Simmons Collection, the piece was catalogued as an original estate find in overall very good condition.

Antique pocket watch chain and fob with triple-strand links, fob pendant, clip, and stamped swivel clasp
Antique pocket watch chain and fob with triple-strand links, fob pendant, clip, and stamped swivel clasp — Mebane Antique Auction. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
www.invaluable.com
Category
Component · Pocket watch chain and fob
Maker / attribution
AAG CO.
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
50
Source-reported date
19th/20th Century
Country
Not established

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Object Type and Configuration

The item is catalogued under the title "Antique Pocket Watch Chain Fob" and assigned an approximate period of "19/20th Century". The auction description additionally notes the piece as "Original".

Direct visual inspection shows a "Triple-strand gold-toned chain segment composed of ribbed or textured oval links" connected with a "Folded belt or pocket clip terminal featuring scroll ornamentation". A "Secondary chain drop terminating in a swivel clasp stamped 'AAG CO.'" completes the hanging assembly.

Evidence for this section
  • “Antique Pocket Watch Chain Fob”
  • “19/20th Century”
  • “Original”
  • “Triple-strand gold-toned chain segment composed of ribbed or textured oval links”
  • “Folded belt or pocket clip terminal featuring scroll ornamentation”
  • “Secondary chain drop terminating in a swivel clasp stamped 'AAG CO.'”

Fob Component and Maker Mark

Visible observations record a "Suspended seal-style fob with scrolled openwork and an engraved base". The exact engraving motif, monogram, or intaglio design on the base is not transcribed or identified in the listing text.

The clasp fitting is catalogued with the marking "Stamped AAG CO.". The source text provides no further background or company identity for the AAG CO. stamp.

Evidence for this section
  • “Suspended seal-style fob with scrolled openwork and an engraved base”
  • “Stamped AAG CO.”

Physical Measurements and Cataloguing Limits

The listing specifies physical dimensions of "size 9.5\" length" and records a "Total weight 11.79 grams". It is documented as "Estate Found" from the "Simmons Collection".

The cataloguer notes an assessment of "Overall very good condition". However, the specific metal composition is not documented in the text despite the object's gold-toned appearance, and the functional spring condition of the swivel clasp is not tested or reported in the description.

Evidence for this section
  • “size 9.5" length”
  • “Total weight 11.79 grams”
  • “Estate Found”
  • “Simmons Collection”
  • “Overall very good condition”

Open research questions

  • Which historical manufacturing company corresponds to the 'AAG CO.' swivel clasp stamp?
  • What specific metal or plating alloy (e.g., solid gold, gold-filled, brass) constitutes the chain, clip, and fob?
  • What specific seal intaglio or monogram is engraved on the bottom plate of the suspended fob?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Antique Pocket Watch Chain Fob
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Maker stampAAG CO.“Stamped AAG CO.”
Length9.5 inches“size 9.5" length”
Total weight11.79 grams“Total weight 11.79 grams”
Date range19th/20th Century“19/20th Century”
ProvenanceSimmons Collection“Provenance Simmons Collection”
Originality designationOriginal“Original”
Lot numberLot 50“Lot 50 : Antique Pocket Watch Chain Fob”

Visible details

  • Triple-strand gold-toned chain segment composed of ribbed or textured oval links
  • Suspended seal-style fob with scrolled openwork and an engraved base
  • Folded belt or pocket clip terminal featuring scroll ornamentation
  • Secondary chain drop terminating in a swivel clasp stamped 'AAG CO.'

Research qualifications

  • Specific metal composition is not specified by the auction house despite its gold appearance
  • Internal spring integrity of the swivel clasp is not tested or described
  • Inscription or monogram on the base of the fob is not fully transcribed

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

Sold at Auction: Antique Pocket Watch Chain Fob

Reviewed 2026-10-21 · Record 079ec5cc72

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