The maker's mark stamped on your antique pocket watch chain fob reads "H-R Co.", which stands for the Hallam-Rice Company.About the ManufacturerCompany Name: Hallam-Rice Co.Location: Rhode Island, USA (a major hub for American jewelry manufacturing in the 19th and 20th centuries).Active Era: The company was established around 1912 and was highly active through the 1920s.Specialty: They were prominent manufacturers of high-quality gold-filled jewelry accessories, particularly pocket watch chains, slides, vest clips, and fobs.Material and Value
The object in the image is an antique pocket watch vest clip (also known as a pocket clip or ribbon clip).How It WorksAttachment: The metal piece is designed to slip securely over the edge of a vest pocket, trousers waistband, or jacket lapel.Function: A fabric ribbon or small chain attaches to one of the curled ends, connecting the clip directly to a pocket watch. This holds the watch securely inside the pocket and prevents it from falling out if dropped.Design & MaterialIt features a simple, functional double-hook or tension-clip design made from gold-filled metal or brass.The top and bottom ends are curled to slide smoothly onto fabric and grip it tight without puncturing the material..
This item is a vintage fleur-de-lis watch pin (or watch fob pin) designed to hold a pocket watch