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Watch Key

Collection Type

  • Clocks and timekeeping

Date

1825-1860

GUSN

GUSN-102746

Description

Gold double sided locket oval watch key with chased floral border, interior features a beveled glass.

Details

Descriptive Terms

keys (hardware)
watches
glass (material)
KEY, WATCH

Inscription

Locket: "John B / Chace" Paper label: "John Barnet Chace of Prov. / died 1863. / His watch key." (Engraved and Ink)

Additional Identification Number

2198

Maker

Unknown

Location of Origin

American

Dimensions

2 in x 11/16 in x 1/4 in (HxWxD) (inches)

Accession Number

1933.1642

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