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Gold-Filled 'AOUW' Fob Necklace

$235.00
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Antique Gold-Filled T-Bar, 'AOUW' fob Watch Chain Necklace 

The perfect antique gold-filled, story-telling layer... we love Victorian pocket watch chains and love making them into necklaces- especially when they are as story-telling and ornate as this one - which includes a fob from one of the earliest Unions in the country! 

 Often called ' Albert chains,' named after a style of pocket watch chain Prince Albert wore and popularized in the Victorian Era (19th century). Traditionally this style of watch chain has a clasp on one end, and a T-bar - to loop through a men's vest button hole. We combined two chains to elongate this one to 18" - to be worn as a necklace. Original dog clip clasp, T-bar and fabulous enameled fob creates a perfectly asymmetrical, charmed look, - most likely from the late 1800s. See below to learn more about the history of the AOUW. 

Detailed Description:

  • Material: Gold-filled
  • Design: Antique gold-filled watch chains, enameled fob with crest, and T-bar hanging from a dangle chain. 
  • Gemstones:  N/A
  • Dimensions: 18" chain, 1" T-bar. 1" x 3/4" oval fob
  • Craftsmanship: Victorian, Antique, hand assembled. 

Perfect For:

  • Creating a fabulous 'neck mess' and layered/chunky look.
  • A timeless piece of wearable history that you'll treasure forever

Why You'll Love It:

  • Easy to wear - an antique charm necklace that no one else has. 
  • We did a little research on the history of 'AOUW' and it was an organization called the Ancient Order of United Workmen. It was one of the first and largest fraternal benefit society, founded in 1868, in Meadville, PA. It aimed to reduce conflicts between employers and employees and to provide financial protection to the working class, as well as insurance.   

 

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To maintain long lasting jewels, follow these care tips:

Brass: 

Can naturally patina (or antique) over time. To refresh, gently clean with a polishing cloth or steel wool. Brass is a harder metal than silver or gold-filled - and therefore can be cleaned using dishsoap or a jewelry cleaning solution.

Brass can react with different PH levels on the skin. We recommend removing any brass jewelry when exercising or sweating. In some cases, brass can be painted with clear nail polish, to create a barrier between the jewelry and skin which will preserve the patina and also limit contact.  

Store in a dry place to avoid humidity accelerating the antiquing process.

Vermeil (Gold Plated over .925 Sterling Silver):

Avoid wearing in water or shower.

Vermeil is either 18 or 24K gold plated over sterling silver and while it will not tarnish, contant or extended exposure to water will accelerate the rate that the gold wears to silver. In addition, certain shampoos and soaps can accelerate the tarnishing process, or cause damage to stones.

Store in a safe place to avoid tangles or damage to chains and charms.

Gold Filled:

For added shine, polish with a soft polishing cloth. 

Safe to wear in the water or shower but we recommend limiting this whenever possible.

Store in a safe place to avoid tangles or damage to chains and charms.

Sterling:

Sterling silver will naturally darken (tarnish) over time, but will never rust or change color. 

To shine or clean sterling silver, polish with a fabric silver cloth, or polishing pad.

Safe to wear in water or shower but we recommend limiting this whenever possible, as certain shampoos and soaps can accelerate the tarnishing process, or cause damage to stones.

Store in a dry place to avoid any humidity tarnishing the silver faster (also for added shine-longevity, you can keep it in a tarnish resistant box or use a silica pack/tarnish strip in the bottom of your jewelry box). 

Gemstones: 

Gems vary in hardness and durability, but we always strive to use the highest quality stones, and set them in ways that will ensure they last and are protected, however it is still best to use caution and remember gems are delicate. To clean, you can use a polishing cloth or mild jewelry cleaning solution and to preserve the life and quality of your gemstone jewelry, remove to shower, swim or when doing activities that can compromise the stone (ie: doing dishes). Some chemicals like perfumes, harsh soaps or cleaners can actually wear away certain stones (like Labradorite) or alter the color (Opals or Quartz), so we recommend taking a little extra precaution with your gemstone pieces. 

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