Watch winder
Category
Horology
Date
Unknown
Materials
Gold, jet and hair
Measurements
7 mm (H); 22 mm (W); 45 mm (Length)
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Tyntesfield, North Somerset
NT 27197
Summary
Gold fob watch winder, in oval shaped locket form, containing two locks of auburn hair. Set in a swivel mount. One face in form of seal with Antony Gibbs' initials. Around the rim are engraved initials reading; W.G. / G.A.G. Rear face made from polished jet.
Provenance
Purchased from the estate of the late Lord Wraxall with the assistance of the NHMF and donations from members and supporters.