Seal Antique

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Antique gilt metal fob seal with an oval base, engraved JHR monogram, suspension loop and chain, dating to circa 1850, with dimensions 21 x 24 x 23 mm, from the United Kingdom.

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Gilt metal fob seal with an oval base and engraved JHR monogram, with a suspension loop and a chain, made circa 1850. The seal measures 21 x 24 x 23mm

Confidential letters and documents were sealed with hot wax to ensure they remained private during transit. The base of the fob was engraved with a reversed, deeply carved image (an intaglio)—often a family crest, initials, or monogram—which, when pressed into wax, created a raised, personalised seal.
Fob seals were worn hanging from a watch chain (attached to the waistcoat or "fob" pocket) and were often highly ornate.

Gilt metal fob seal with an oval base and engraved JHR monogram, with a suspension loop and a chain, made circa 1850. The seal measures 21 x 24 x 23mm

Confidential letters and documents were sealed with hot wax to ensure they remained private during transit. The base of the fob was engraved with a reversed, deeply carved image (an intaglio)—often a family crest, initials, or monogram—which, when pressed into wax, created a raised, personalised seal.
Fob seals were worn hanging from a watch chain (attached to the waistcoat or "fob" pocket) and were often highly ornate.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Style
Antique
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Material
Gilt metal fob seal with an oval base and engraved monogram
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
23 mm
Width
24 mm
Depth
21 mm
Estimated period
1800-1850
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Objects sold
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