Georgian Chalcedony Fob

Circa 1800. This exquisite 15KT gold Georgian-era seal fob is carved from softly luminous chalcedony and engraved with a finely detailed heraldic eagle, wings outstretched, around a central shield. Dating to circa 1800, the engraving reflects the Neoclassical taste of the period—elegant, symbolic, and deeply personal.

Originally used to impress wax seals on correspondence, fobs like this served as intimate expressions of identity and status. The eagle, long associated with strength, protection, and authority, frames a shield engraved with an architectural motif, suggesting a bespoke armorial device created for its original owner rather than a purely decorative design.

The restrained beauty of the chalcedony, chosen for its smooth surface and ability to hold precise intaglio work, speaks to the refined sensibilities of the late Georgian era. Today, this historic fob can be worn as a pendant or charm, offering a tangible connection to early 19th-century life—when even everyday objects were crafted with meaning and intention.

A rare and evocative survivor, this piece is for the collector who values history, symbolism, and quiet elegance.