Early Victorian "5" Brass & Steel Watch Key

An early Victorian watch key with an edgy industrial look. The key is made of brass with a steel winder, and the handle is stamped "5." If you and your bestie are looking for matching steampunk accessories, it's your lucky day. We have two of these cool keys. Circa 1850.

Before watches were wound by twisting the stem, a key (like this one) was fitted to a gear at the back of the watch to wind the piece. Since it was necessary to carry the key with the watch, these keys often took fanciful forms and were used as decorative fobs on the watch chains alongside the watches. Now, we wear the lovely old watch keys as pendants.

Details.....This watch key measures 1.34" long and .45" wide. In Very Good Antique Condition. You should always expect some wear on vintage and antique jewels; we consider it a part of their charm.

Item #X1304, X1313