Victorian 9K Gold Carnelian and Bloodstone Spinner Fob Pendant, c.1870s

The world has a way of shifting. It’s what makes a piece like this so special. A spinner fob, versatile and intricate, designed to catch the eye and hold it, features a vivid, fiery carnelian on one side and a moody, speckled bloodstone on the other. The pairing of these stones hints at balance—passion and reflection, action and rest. This is a piece with layers, a token that once might have adorned a Victorian gentleman’s watch chain, holding meaning beyond its beauty.

Crafted in the 1870s from 9 karat gold, this fob is marked "9ct" and features an intricately detailed frame with flowing botanical engraving, showcasing the artistry of its time. Measuring 37 mm north to south, 22.4 mm across, and 7.7 mm thick, its stones are a generous 17 mm each, lending weight to its 6.9 grams. The duality of its design allowed its wearer to flip between the bright carnelian and grounding bloodstone, offering a private gesture of sentiment or perhaps a subtle display of mood.

While fobs like this were initially utilitarian, designed to anchor a pocket watch or act as a counterweight, they evolved into personal statements. Spinners, especially, became cherished for their movement, a fidget before its time, offering a moment’s distraction or reflection.

Let this piece carry its history forward—worn as a pendant or held close as a talisman, it’s a nod to the grace of the past and a reminder of life’s dualities.

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Item ID: FBA25137VA