YGF & enamel shield-shaped Independent Order of Foresters (IOF) pocket watch chain fob

YGF & enamel shield-shaped Independent Order of Foresters (IOF) pocket watch chain fob

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Yellow gold filled (YGF) & enamel shield-shaped Independent Order of Foresters (IOF) pocket watch chain fob, heavy smooth polish YGF shield with a scalloped design at the top finishing in a sturdy connector loop, front of the fob supports a slightly raised YGF moose head detailed with engraving and black enamel accents, between the moose antlers is a shield design with a red, white and enamel banded background marked "IOF LBC", reverse is smooth polish and unmarked, fob is showing only normal even wear, measures approx. 22mm wide x 31mm tall x 3mm thick. An attractive vintage IOF brotherhood watch chain fob in excellent+ condition!
These fobs may be attached to a pocket watch chain, ladies' slide chain necklace, lapel pin, key chain, pocket watch fob strap, or any other item you would like to customize with an accessory. In addition to the many Vintage Watch Chains we have available, we also offer a variety of modern fob finishing options; the following links will take you to each of our current listings for that type of finishing product to compliment and display this fob. If you would like us to attach the fob to your selected item, we can do so at no charge on request.
  • Age Description: 02Vintage (1940-1980)
  • Material: Gold Filled - Yellow, Enamel
  • Fob Width: 22mm (0.87 inches)
  • Fob Height: 31mm (1.22 inches)
  • Thickness: 3mm (0.12 inches)
  • Misc. Info: Independent Order of Foresters
  • Condition: Excellent +
  • Gender: Unisex
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We process a very large number of watches and accessories each year for sale via our website, eBay and local avenues. We attempt to offer descriptions and photos that are as complete and clear as possible on each item, and we always encourage you to write us with questions if something is not addressed in the description!

In each description, we attempt to note the following things:
<maker><size><jewels><setting><adjustments><grade/model><serial number>, <movement information>, <dial information>, <hand information>, <case information>, <misc. information>, <overall condition and comments>

Taking an example of a watch already described, we've bracketed the different sections and ordered them as above:
<Ball-Hamilton> <16S> <21J> <LS> <adj.> <Official RR Standard> <#B651197>, <nickel movement with gold jewel settings and concentric circle damascene pattern, should be noted that the gears on the movement may not be all original however watch is running strong and not affecting running condition>, <porcelain Ball marked dial with Arabic numbers has very faint hairline (not distracting)>, <blue steel hands>, <beautiful YGF SB&B Ball marked case with engraved bezels and blank monogram shield showing normal even wear (no brass)>, <fancy bow>. <High grade Ball watch in very good condition, perfect to carry everyday!>

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