Keywords: Gold fob
Item 100323
Contributed by: Tate House Museum Date: circa 1800 Location: Portland Media: Gold
Item 48468
Thomas Quinby watch fob, ca. 1850
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: circa 1850 Media: Gold, garnet
Exhibit
Dressing Up, Standing Out, Fitting In
Adorning oneself to look one's "best" has varied over time, gender, economic class, and by event. Adornments suggest one's sense of identity and one's intent to stand out or fit in.
