#240 • 10K gold Victorian fob seal with hinge, Dinham family

Part of 261022 - "Fall Featured Auction" Horology, Jewelry & Coins - October 1 - 22 (timed auction by Jones & Horan Auctions)

High bid $550.00

Status: Available

Live bidding starts Oct 22, 2026 11:00 AM EDT

Exquisite 10K gold Victorian fob seal with hinge and hidden compartment, ornately decorated base opens to reveal a lock of hair, initials "CD" and the date August 1st, 1884 engraved to top of compartment, two scrolled pillars join at the detailed face of lion, topped by a finely decorated suspension ring, engraved chalcony sealing face bears a coat of arms belonging to the Dinham family, one of the ancient Anglo-Saxon clans of England, with the motto "Toujours prest" which translates to "Always be ready." Gross weight of seal 21.9 dwt (34.0 g). CONDITION: Scattered micro-fine scratches to gold components, hair preserved excellently, few scattered pinpoint nicks to lower edge; excellent sealing face condition and detail. Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000 JH-80167