An early 19th century fob seal, circa 1830, the gold mounted fob with scroll and foliate decoration, inset with a carnelian seal engraved with coat of arms, length 35mm. £200-£300

The arms are those of the Hawes family. The Hawes were originally of London and Tadworth Court, Surrey. The manor of South Tadworth was purchased by Thomas Hawes in 1620, from John Herendon. In 1631-2 the manor passsd to Thomas Grymes or Crymes.