Bidspirit auction | Victorian Red Velvet Pocket Watch

Victorian Red Velvet Pocket Watch or Medallion Presentation Case - A rectangular presentation case featuring a wood or cardboard core upholstered in deep crimson red velvet. The interior is fitted with a padded lid lined in red silk and a base lined with light blue-grey velvet. The base includes a circular recessed compartment designed to accommodate a pocket watch or commemorative medallion. The case is secured with a brass-tone metal push-button clasp featuring a decorative thumbpiece in a fleur-de-lis or crown style. No maker marks, labels, or stamps are visible on the interior or exterior. Length: 4 1/4 inches Width: 3 1/4 inches Height: 1 1/4 inches Interior Recess Diameter: 2 inches. The item is in fair condition. The exterior velvet displays significant pile wear and balding, especially at the corners and edges, along with several scattered light-colored stains on the top lid. The interior blue-grey velvet lining is heavily rumpled and distorted. The red silk lining in the lid shows minor fading and one small snag near the center. The hinge and metal clasp remain in functional condition.