Antique pocket watch keys are not uncommon — but the interesting ones are few and far in between. Here, we have a selection of watch keys that are not like the rest — perfect now as pendants.

(A) Antique “Asian Fan” Watch Key

Marked 15; 15k, ruby, diamond. A hand fan (beyond keeping away heat and annoying insects), is also said to keep away evil spirits. Don’t overlook the adorable stars! We have never seen another key quite like this one.

●       44 mm long x 22.5 mm wide x 2.9 mm deep; 3.5 grams

(B) Antique Compass Watch Key

Unmarked. 9k, bloodstone. A rare find, with a tablet of bloodstone on one side and a compass on the other. A compass symbolizes guidance and protection and the bloodstone is known for its strengthening qualities.

●       42.8 mm long x 18.8 mm wide x 9.4 mm deep; 8.4 grams

(C) Antique French Pistol Watch Key

Marked with French eagle’s head. 18k, banded agate. A flintlock pistol, or perhaps a dueling pistol! In either case, make this one a part of your power talisman collection. (Loop is 3 mm inside diameter).

● 35.6 mm long x 4 mm wide x 5 mm deep; 1.5 grams

(D) Antique French Banded Agate Watch Key

Marked with French horse’s head. 18k, banded agate. The carved banded agate is so wonderfully tactile, with strong coloration. One can see the shape of a gourd, or perhaps more whimsically, a carved “wisdom tooth”!

●       39.3 mm long x 10 mm wide x 10 mm deep; 3.3 grams

*Please note that all dimensions and weights are approximate. Age-commensurate wear may be present. Chain shown not included.

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