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Antique Victorian watch chain from the C. Jeanenne Bell collection features intricate table-worked hair in two weaves (ca. 1860-1880s). Gold-filled findings are set with seed pearls and garnets, centered by an Odd Fellows (IOOF) fraternal shield fob. The double-sided fob displays enamel symbols (FLT, heart-in-hand, all-seeing eye) and an engraved village scene. Complete with T-bar and swivel clasp, this is a rare memento mori artifact. Suitable for museum display, antique collections, historical reenactment, mourning jewelry study, fraternal research, or unique styling. Type: Watch Chain Era: Victorian Material: Woven Hair Metal: Gold Filled Gemstones: Garnet, Pearl Theme: Fraternal Provenance: Jeanenne Bell Technique: Table-worked Fob: Enamel Shield Clasp: T-Bar Keywords: Memento Mori, Mourning Jewelry, Oddfellows, Victorian Gothic, Folk Art, Handwoven, Genealogical, Curio, Antique Fob, 19th Century Measurements: • Total Length: 13.25" • Chain Width: 0.25"