Antique Sterling Silver Fob Medal – Turner & Simpson

Description:
A classic antique sterling silver fob medal of simple yet elegant design, featuring a central shield cartouche framed by decorative scrollwork. The front is blank, originally intended for engraving or presentation, while the reverse also remains plain aside from the silver marks. A good, honest example of an early 20th-century fob, ideal for engraving, collecting, or wearing as a pendant.

Maker History:
Turner & Simpson were a well-known Birmingham-based jewellery manufacturer active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, producing a wide range of silver and gold fobs, medals, and decorative items. Their pieces are typically well made and widely collected today.

Key Details:
• Maker: Turner & Simpson
• Marking: Stamped “SILVER” and maker’s mark T&S
• Date / Period: Early 20th century
• Material: Sterling Silver
• Type: Fob medal / pendant
• Features: Decorative scroll border, blank central cartouche

Dimensions:
• Width: 23.6mm
• Length (excluding split ring): Approx. 36.0mm
• Weight: 5.84g

Condition:
• Excellent overall antique condition
• Light surface wear and fine scratches consistent with age
• No engraving to centre
• Minor tarnish present
• Split ring in good usable condition

Summary:
A versatile and attractive antique silver fob medal by a respected Birmingham maker. Its blank centre makes it ideal for engraving or personal use, while still appealing to collectors of antique watch fobs and jewellery.

As usual, this item will be packaged carefully and dispatched with tracking. International shipping is available upon request.