This magnificent fob/pendant from the late 1800s is an exceptionally beautiful piece of wearable history. Featuring a very large, heavily-faceted pale Citrine stone within a gloriously ornate 9 karat gold setting, this piece is splendid conversation-starter. 
Sold with a gold-vermeil over sterling silver chain for immediate wearability. 
 
Pendant fobs have a rich and fascinating history that spans centuries. Originating in ancient civilizations like Egypt and Rome, these small, decorative charms were often worn for protection or spiritual significance. Over time, they evolved into elegant accessories used to personalize and adorn items of daily use. During the 18th and 19th centuries, pendant fobs became especially popular with the rise of pocket watches and ladies’ chatelaines. Attached to short chains or ribbons, they not only added a decorative flair but also made it easier to retrieve a watch from a vest pocket. Often crafted with intricate seals, lockets, or family crests, fobs were a reflection of personal identity, status, and style. In the Victorian era, they took on even deeper meaning—commonly featuring sentimental symbols, mourning motifs, or miniature portraits. As wristwatches and handbags emerged in the 20th century, the functional use of fobs declined, but their charm endured. Now they are highly sought-after as pendants for those who love beauty and history. 
 
Sourced in France and curated by Paris-based Vivienne Birt for Chateau Love, this pendant-fob embodies the timeless sophistication and meticulous artistry that defines our carefully selected chateau-worthy collection of luxurious antique and vintage jewelry. 
 
MATERIAL:
9k Gold, Citrine 
 
AGE: 
Late 1800s 
 
CONDITION: 
Very good – surface wear commensurate with age and use 
 
SIZE:
Height: 1.75 cm
Width: 1.25 cm
 
WEIGHT:
9.75 g
 
Please read descriptions and inspect photos carefully, paying careful attention to size and weight. Due to the age of antique and vintage jewelry, minor abrasions and wear of finishes is normal and appreciated. All items have been tested to be in working/usable condition, unless otherwise stated. Please take care to understand safe cleaning methods for each type of gem and metal. Jewelry pieces are carefully wrapped, ribboned and shipped in an elegant velvet box.