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Hair Comb

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Collection Type

  • Jewelry

Date

1840-1870

GUSN

GUSN-103058

Description

Horn back comb with a carved and pierced top featuring a double row of scrolling foliage, thirteen teeth.

Details

Descriptive Terms

combs (hair ornaments)
hair accessories
COMB

Additional Identification Number

2565

Maker

Unknown

Location of Origin

American

Dimensions

4 1/2 in x 4 1/2 in (HxW) (inches)

Accession Number

1943.652

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