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Hair Comb

Collection Type

  • Jewelry

Date

1780-1820

GUSN

GUSN-103009

Description

Horn back comb with a top in three sections each featuring a carved and pierced floral design, ten teeth.

Details

Descriptive Terms

combs (hair ornaments)
hair accessories
COMB

Additional Identification Number

2493

Maker

Unknown

Location of Origin

Probably American

Dimensions

6 3/8 in x 6 1/4 in (HxW) (inches)

Accession Number

1934.202

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