Decorated square ring type object - Swivel Fob!

[Bramblefind]

I found this under some tree roots in the front yard of a property that I think goes back to early 19th century.

Maybe brass? Not magnetic and registers in the dime/quarter range. The inside ring part has two threads on one side but not on the other.

Any ideas?

Thanks!

 

[Hawkeye P]

Re: Decorated square ring type object

Definitely looks like there was once something inside that circular hole. Probably not a stone of any kind, but maybe? Odd though, it doesn't look like there's any way to attach it to something, otherwise I would've guessed a brooch or pendant of some kind. I've never seen anything like it before.

 

[shaun7]

Re: Decorated square ring type object

I don't know what it is, but it's a nice thing

 

[ShootTheMoon]

Re: Decorated square ring type object

Reminds me of a ladies watch/photo frame.
Is it heavy?

 

[Bramblefind]

Re: Decorated square ring type object

You all inspired me to clean it better and take a close look for any attachment areas and I did find two shallow holes opposite each other that had been filled with soil. I cleaned them out with a needle

So I think you are on the right track...

It weighs about 1/2 oz.

 

[Bramblefind]

Re: Decorated square ring type object

I posted it with some other things in Todays Finds as well. The idea from there is that it is a mini cameo frame.

 

[IronSpike]

Re: Decorated square ring type object

Maybe a swivel fob?

http://www.worthpoint.com/worthopedia/rare-ornate-victorian-9ct-gold-cornucopia-flip-f

 

[72cheyenne]

Re: Decorated square ring type object

Maybe a swivel fob?

http://www.worthpoint.com/worthopedia/rare-ornate-victorian-9ct-gold-cornucopia-flip-f

Great job, IronSpike.

 

[Bramblefind]

Re: Decorated square ring type object

Maybe a swivel fob?

Just seeing this! Thank you!! I think you nailed it

 

[Bigcypresshunter]

Re: Decorated square ring type object

Maybe a swivel fob?

http://www.worthpoint.com/worthopedia/rare-ornate-victorian-9ct-gold-cornucopia-flip-f

Great job, IronSpike.

As usual great research to find an ID.

 

[IronSpike]

Maybe a swivel fob?

Just seeing this! Thank you!! I think you nailed it

Sorry, added the link/pic after initial reply (best pic I could find) Cleaning the piece and posting new pic with additional clues solved it. Good team solving by all

It's a very cool find Wonder what was mounted in the piece

 

[Hawkeye P]

Nice! Never seen one of those myself. Too bad the "centerpiece" isn't there...personally, I'd go back and check the hole with a sifter!

 

[Bigcypresshunter]

It's a very cool find Wonder what was mounted in the piece

Probably a stone. http://www.goantiques.com/detail,antique-18k-gold,824018.html

http://www.susanknoppenamels.com/IMG_4843.JPG