Tunbridge Ware Folding Fob Watch Stand c1860

Description

Heading : Tunbridge Ware – Folding Fob Watch Stand
Date : c1860
Period : Victorian
Origin : Tunbridge Wells; England
Decoration : Simple floral mosaic motif within a five-square geometric border; both elements have continuous and banded keyline stringing; decoration to the ‘top face’ only when closed; the section in to which the watch is intended to sit is lined with purple velvet
Size : 7.5 x 2.3 x 6.0 cm when closed
Condition : Excellent; some superficial very fine scratches; a little wear to the top of the velvet liner. and some fleabite nibbles along the edge of the base in to which the watch tray slides
Restoration : none
Weight : 59 grams

Note : Will accommodate a watch which is 45mm in diameter