What is an antique fob?

Popularly worn by gentlemen during the Victorian Era, antique fobs hold the pocket watch which was attached by a chain. These pocketwatch fobs are considered ornaments attached by a strap or chain and made it easier for the wearer to locate and determine their timepiece. Developed around the late 1700s, fobs were commonly seen in both men and women, attached to the belt or tucked in the pocket of the waistband. The popularity of pocket watch chain fobs continued to arise during the 19th century but was more associated with gentleman's attire. A pocket watch chain fob is used as a benchmark to gauge a gentleman’s social standing and his place in the society.

What were pocket watch fobs used for?

Antique watch fobs were developed around the 1700’s as an ornamental piece that serves as a status symbol for men. They are a living reminders of the long standing fascination for taste and class. In today’s society, a vintage watch fob is an emblem of style and class. Across our current collection of pocket watch fobs for sale, you will find a vast array of styles, from classic, trendy to contemporary options. Don’t hesitate to visit our site for more information.

How do I know if my pocket watch fob is valuable?

One of the ways you can determine if your watch is valuable is to see what it’s made of. During the Victorian era, fob chains were popularly used by many Victorian wives on their own hair for their husband’s prized watch. Most fob pockets are made of gold filled metal and have precious stones embossed. To denote a wearer’s initials of membership in fraternal organizations, these fob pockets were engraved with identifying marks. You can also take it to an appraiser who can provide you with a valuation. Love Antiques has a complete list of the best antique watches fobs on the market—so whether you’re seeking luxury, budget-friendly, retro, and antique pocket watch chain, simply head to our website to explore your options. If you want different variations of antique watch fobs for sale, Love Antiques offer a collection of high-precision antique watch fobs and chains at great prices.

What is a fob pocket?

A fob is a chain that holds the pocket watch. A fob pocket is a small pocket at the front waistline of a trouser or in the front of a vest, used to hold a watch. The pocket watch chain fob is either attached to a chain or ribbon. Make a stylish impression with Love Antique’s stunning collection pocket watches fobs. No piece of accessory leaves a lasting impression quite like antique watch fobs—they have an intricate detail that’s ever-stylish, bringing a touch of glamour to the wearer.

What is an Albert chain?

Albert chains were founded after Prince Albert who wore them during the Victorian era. This pocket watch chain fob emerged in the 17th century and was popularized by Charles II in 1675. The pocketwatch fob features a single bar on one side which is used to join the chain to a vest button hole. The watch is then worn in a vest pocket while the chain is shown outside and often adorned with a nice fob.

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Pocket Watch Chain Vesta Case Fob Victorian Large Brass 1890s Devil Engraved

£ 78

€90

$107

Pocket Watch Chain Vesta Case Fob Victorian Large Brass 1890s Devil Engraved

£ 78

€90

$107

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AC Silver

Vintage Art Deco 2.04ct Diamond & Platinum Ladies Fob Watch c.1940

£ 3,950

€4,560

$5,435

Vintage Art Deco 2.04ct Diamond & Platinum Ladies Fob Watch c.1940

£ 3,950

€4560

$5435

AC Silver

The Vintage Wrist Watch Company

Pocket Watch: 1930s Rands Minor Pocket Watch & Chain

£ 145

€167

$200

Pocket Watch: 1930s Rands Minor Pocket Watch & Chain

£ 145

€167

$200

The Vintage Wrist Watch Company

Heavy Antique Silver Pocket Watch Chain & Fob

£ 475

€548

$654

Heavy Antique Silver Pocket Watch Chain & Fob

£ 475

€548

$654

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Silver Watch Albert & Victorian Silver Vesta

£ 465

€537

$640

Silver Watch Albert & Victorian Silver Vesta

£ 465

€537

$640

The Vintage Wrist Watch Company

Pocket Watch: Antique Pocket Watch & Chain

£ 165

€190

$227

Pocket Watch: Antique Pocket Watch & Chain

£ 165

€190

$227

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Antiques and Things

White Metal Pocket Watch with Silver "Albert"

£ 110

€127

$151

White Metal Pocket Watch with Silver "Albert"

£ 110

€127

$151

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The Vintage Wrist Watch Company

Pocket Watch: 1930s Cortebert Pocket Watch & Chain

£ 195

€225

$268

Pocket Watch: 1930s Cortebert Pocket Watch & Chain

£ 195

€225

$268

The Vintage Wrist Watch Company

Pocket Watch: Antique Silver Cyma Pocket Watch & Chain

£ 265

€306

$365

Pocket Watch: Antique Silver Cyma Pocket Watch & Chain

£ 265

€306

$365

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Pocket Watch Chain Fob Victorian Sovereign Case Antique Big Puffy 1890 Fob

£ 125

€144

$172

Pocket Watch Chain Fob Victorian Sovereign Case Antique Big Puffy 1890 Fob

£ 125

€144

$172

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The Vintage Wrist Watch Company

Pocket Watch: Antique Omega Pocket Watch & Chain

£ 255

€294

$351

Pocket Watch: Antique Omega Pocket Watch & Chain

£ 255

€294

$351

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Pocket Watch Chain Fob Silver St Christopher 1960s Big Ornate Vintage Fob

£ 45

€52

$62

Pocket Watch Chain Fob Silver St Christopher 1960s Big Ornate Vintage Fob

£ 45

€52

$62

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Pocket Watch Chain 1890s Long Brass & Steel Antique Fancy Albert With Sliding T Bar

£ 155

€179

$213

Pocket Watch Chain 1890s Long Brass & Steel Antique Fancy Albert With Sliding T Bar

£ 155

€179

$213

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Pocket Watch Chain 1940s Equestrian Horse Snaffle Bit Steel Nickel Chunky Albert

£ 89

€103

$122

Pocket Watch Chain 1940s Equestrian Horse Snaffle Bit Steel Nickel Chunky Albert

£ 89

€103

$122

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The Vintage Wrist Watch Company

Pocket Watch: Antique Elgin Pocket Watch & Chain

£ 225

€260

$310

Pocket Watch: Antique Elgin Pocket Watch & Chain

£ 225

€260

$310

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Pocket Watch Chain Coin Fob 1958 Vintage English Half Penny

£ 28

€32

$39

Pocket Watch Chain Coin Fob 1958 Vintage English Half Penny

£ 28

€32

$39

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Antique French Leontine or Chatelaine in Silver-plated Metal and Enamel. France, Circa 1840

€ 390

£338

$465

Antique French Leontine or Chatelaine in Silver-plated Metal and Enamel. France, Circa 1840

€ 390

£338

$465

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Pocket Watch Chain Fob 1911 Coronation King George & Queen Mary Brass Antique

£ 48

€55

$66

Pocket Watch Chain Fob 1911 Coronation King George & Queen Mary Brass Antique

£ 48

€55

$66

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Pocket Watch Chain Fob Victorian Revival Silver Plated 1970s Vintage Stone Set

£ 38

€44

$52

Pocket Watch Chain Fob Victorian Revival Silver Plated 1970s Vintage Stone Set

£ 38

€44

$52

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Pocket Watch Chain Fob 1911 Coronation King George & Queen Mary Big Antique Fob

£ 42

€48

$58

Pocket Watch Chain Fob 1911 Coronation King George & Queen Mary Big Antique Fob

£ 42

€48

$58

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The Vintage Wrist Watch Company

Antique Rolled Rose Gold Double Watch Chain

£ 135

€156

$186

Antique Rolled Rose Gold Double Watch Chain

£ 135

€156

$186

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Euro Antique Watches

Silver Football Interest Fob 1918 on Silver Chain

£ 90

€104

$124

Silver Football Interest Fob 1918 on Silver Chain

£ 90

€104

$124

Euro Antique Watches

The Vintage Wrist Watch Company

Antique Silver Watch Chain & Boys Brigade Fob

£ 335

€387

$461

Antique Silver Watch Chain & Boys Brigade Fob

£ 335

€387

$461

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RegencySilver Antiques

Vintage Trinity College of Music Solid Sterling Silver & Blue Enamel Circular Pocket Watch Fob Medal Pendant Birmingham 1944

£ 59

€68

$81

Vintage Trinity College of Music Solid Sterling Silver & Blue Enamel Circular Pocket Watch Fob Medal Pendant Birmingham 1944

£ 59

€68

$81

RegencySilver Antiques

Vintage Solid Sterling Silver & Rose Gold Circular Wreath Pocket Watch Fob Medal Pendant, Medway Wheelers Cycling Club

£ 49

€57

$67

Vintage Solid Sterling Silver & Rose Gold Circular Wreath Pocket Watch Fob Medal Pendant, Medway Wheelers Cycling Club

£ 49

€57

$67

RegencySilver Antiques

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Pocket Watch Chain Fob Georgian Red Glass Intaglio Dove Antique 1820s

£ 78

€90

$107

Pocket Watch Chain Fob Georgian Red Glass Intaglio Dove Antique 1820s

£ 78

€90

$107

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Silver Airplane Pocket Watch Chain Fob Pendant Vintage 1960s Large Opening Charm

£ 38

€44

$52

Silver Airplane Pocket Watch Chain Fob Pendant Vintage 1960s Large Opening Charm

£ 38

€44

$52

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The Vintage Wrist Watch Company

Pocket Watch: Antique Hebdomas Pocket Watch & Chain

£ 225

€260

$310

Pocket Watch: Antique Hebdomas Pocket Watch & Chain

£ 225

€260

$310

The Vintage Wrist Watch Company

Antique Silver Pocket Watch Chain & Irish Football Fob

£ 255

€294

$351

Antique Silver Pocket Watch Chain & Irish Football Fob

£ 255

€294

$351

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Pocket Watch : 1920s Silver Satisfaction Pocket Watch and Chain

£ 265

€306

$365

Pocket Watch : 1920s Silver Satisfaction Pocket Watch and Chain

£ 265

€306

$365

The Vintage Wrist Watch Company

Pocket Watch: 1930s Cyma Stem Winding Pocket Watch & Chain

£ 195

€225

$268

Pocket Watch: 1930s Cyma Stem Winding Pocket Watch & Chain

£ 195

€225

$268

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Pocket Watch : 1930s Cyma Pocket Watch and Chain

£ 135

€156

$186

Pocket Watch : 1930s Cyma Pocket Watch and Chain

£ 135

€156

$186

The Vintage Wrist Watch Company

Antique Silver Watch Chain and Vesta

£ 495

€571

$681

Antique Silver Watch Chain and Vesta

£ 495

€571

$681

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Pocket Watch Chain Ingot Fob Sterling Silver 1977 Queen Elizabeth Jubilee 14.1g

£ 68

€79

$94

Pocket Watch Chain Ingot Fob Sterling Silver 1977 Queen Elizabeth Jubilee 14.1g

£ 68

€79

$94

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The Vintage Wrist Watch Company

Antique 1912 Silver Watch Chain & Fob

£ 245

€283

$337

Antique 1912 Silver Watch Chain & Fob

£ 245

€283

$337

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1930s Revue Pocket Watch for Whittakers with Chain

£ 195

€225

$268

1930s Revue Pocket Watch for Whittakers with Chain

£ 195

€225

$268

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Pocket Watch Chain 12ct Rose Rolled Gold Antique 1890s Albert With Sliding Bolt Ring

£ 225

€260

$310

Pocket Watch Chain 12ct Rose Rolled Gold Antique 1890s Albert With Sliding Bolt Ring

£ 225

€260

$310

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Pocket Watch Chain Victorian Big Brass Fancy Snake Link 1890s Albert With T Bar

£ 125

€144

$172

Pocket Watch Chain Victorian Big Brass Fancy Snake Link 1890s Albert With T Bar

£ 125

€144

$172

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Victorian Pocket Watch Chain Silver Nickel Fancy Antique Big Albert 1890 & T Bar

£ 95

€110

$131

Victorian Pocket Watch Chain Silver Nickel Fancy Antique Big Albert 1890 & T Bar

£ 95

€110

$131

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Pocket Watch Chain Fob Victorian Equestrian Horse Large Brass Antique Fob

£ 95

€110

$131

Pocket Watch Chain Fob Victorian Equestrian Horse Large Brass Antique Fob

£ 95

€110

$131

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