Gisen & Forsthoff 14k, enamel, YGF & gemstone Risdon pocket knife, file & scissors watch chain fob

Gisen & Forsthoff 14k, enamel, YGF & gemstone Risdon pocket knife, file & scissors watch chain fob

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Gisen & Forsthoff 14k, enamel, yellow gold filled (YGF) & gemstone Risdon pocket knife, file & scissors pocket watch chain fob, handsome YGF rectangular plates with rounded corners each have an elegant cross-hatch brushed finish, one side also is supporting a raised 14k (tested) freeform shaped shield finished with white enamel and supporting a raised gold "Risdon" over three small gemstones, "Risdon" is possibly for the Risdon Manufacturing Company, gemstones are likely two clear cubic zirconia flanking a light blue sapphire, slender smooth polish YGF marked swivel lanyard, heavy stainless steel (SS) knife blade, file and functional scissors fold into the body of the fob, fob is showing hardly any wear and was likely carried infrequently, measures approx. 19mm wide x 64mm tall x 8mm thick. This fob also comes with a mottled brown leatherette box with a cream colored satin and mauve velvet interior. An amazing promotional or commemorative vintage chain fob from the mid-1900s in near mint condition!

This is a companion piece to our 14k, enamel, YGF & gemstone Risdon round pocket watch chain fob on a YBM key chain (PMF173).
These fobs may be attached to a pocket watch chain, ladies' slide chain necklace, lapel pin, key chain, pocket watch fob strap, or any other item you would like to customize with an accessory. In addition to the many Vintage Watch Chains we have available, we also offer a variety of modern fob finishing options; the following links will take you to each of our current listings for that type of finishing product to compliment and display this fob. If you would like us to attach the fob to your selected item, we can do so at no charge on request.
  • Year Made: mid 1900s
  • Company: Gisen & Forsthoff
  • Material: Solid Gold - Yellow, Gold Filled - Yellow, Enamel, Gemstone
  • Fob Width: 19mm (0.75 inches)
  • Fob Height: 64mm (2.52 inches)
  • Thickness: 8mm (0.31 inches)
  • Box Info: mottled brown leatherette box
  • Condition: Near Mint
  • Gender: Unisex
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<Ball-Hamilton> <16S> <21J> <LS> <adj.> <Official RR Standard> <#B651197>, <nickel movement with gold jewel settings and concentric circle damascene pattern, should be noted that the gears on the movement may not be all original however watch is running strong and not affecting running condition>, <porcelain Ball marked dial with Arabic numbers has very faint hairline (not distracting)>, <blue steel hands>, <beautiful YGF SB&B Ball marked case with engraved bezels and blank monogram shield showing normal even wear (no brass)>, <fancy bow>. <High grade Ball watch in very good condition, perfect to carry everyday!>

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