Details
- Dimensions
- 1.75ʺW × 2.75ʺD × 0.25ʺH
- Period
- 1920s
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Antique Steel
- Bronze
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Bronze
- Condition Notes
- The surface has not been polished, has an old uniform patina and shows normal wear from age and many years … moreThe surface has not been polished, has an old uniform patina and shows normal wear from age and many years of use. less
- Description
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Add a touch of Chicago history to your decor with this rare American antique bronze fob with key from the …
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Add a touch of Chicago history to your decor with this rare American antique bronze fob with key from the magnificent Stevens Hotel, now known as the Chicago Hilton. This ornamental fob was first issued when the grand hotel opened its doors in 1927. The Stevens was designed in the classic Beaux-Arts and was proclaimed the largest and most opulent hotel in the world until the 1960s and cost an astronomical 27 million dollars to build at the time. The stylish and lavishly decorated hotel drew many presidents, famous diplomats, dignitaries and celebrities throughout it's early days and still continues to do so. This iconic architectural gem still stands proudly on Chicago's Magnificent Mile and remains a testament to those glorious days long gone by.
This important and rare fob with chain and period Sargent key depicts the classic rearing lion, hotel coats of arms shield and is highlighted with a ribbon and reed motif. All the hardware for the hotel and fobs were designed and manufactured by Sargent Hardware, New Haven, CT. The fob is in excellent antique condition with normal wear from age and use. The surface has not been polished, has an old uniform patina. Would display nicely in a box frame. A true piece of Chicago memorabilia from the roaring 1920s.
Manufactured By: Sargent Hardware Co. New Haven CT.
Circa: 1920s
Fob dimensions: 2-1/2” L. x 1.75” W. less
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