White metal pocket watch chain with Keystone case opener c1880

White metal pocket watch chain with Keystone case opener c1880

Code: 7.68

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This is a white metal pocket watch chain which measures 260mm from the T bar to dog clip. The chain is made up of engraved curb links which are 4mm wide. Hanging from the T bar is an additional length of chain from which hangs a large white metal fob. This fob is in the shape of a pocket watch with the base being flattened out to form a watch case opener. The fob is engraved on one side “The best Watch Cases. Keystone Gold & Silver, Jas Boss Gold Filled Trade Mark”. The reverse has “Compliments, E.P.Miller, Railroad Watches, 78 Division St, Albany, NY”. The fob measures 36mm x 25mm. The fob and chain are in 90% mint condition – some marks on each side of the fob and light tarnish on the chain.