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Hair Comb

Collection Type

  • Jewelry

Date

1820-1850

GUSN

GUSN-103000

Description

Horn back comb with a square top and dyed abstract floral design, twenty-four teeth.

Details

Descriptive Terms

combs (hair ornaments)
hair accessories
COMB

Additional Identification Number

2484

Maker

Unknown

Location of Origin

Probably New England

Dimensions

5 3/8 in x 5 1/4 in (HxW) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of Mrs. David Lyman

Accession Number

1936.565

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