Antique Victorian Gold-Filled Fob Pocket Knife – 2 Blades, Unisex Necklace with Long Sterling Silver Chain

In the Victorian era (1837–1901), small fob knives were both fashionable and functional. Worn attached to watch chains or chatelaines, they served practical purposes while also reflecting the style and status of the wearer. Crafted in gold-filled metal, which involved layering thick sheets of gold over a durable base metal, these knives were built to last and retain their luster.

Though compact, these knives were everyday tools that also carried personal significance—sometimes engraved or given as gifts. This piece’s survival in such fine condition is a testament to its quality craftsmanship and care over the years.

Today, antique fob knives like this one are highly collectible and increasingly worn as distinctive vintage jewelry—charming reminders of a more refined, detail-oriented time.