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Hair Comb

Collection Type

  • Jewelry

Date

1890-1910

GUSN

GUSN-103095

Description

Sterling silver back comb with a crown shaped top featuring an engraved leaves in center, five teeth.

Details

Descriptive Terms

combs (hair ornaments)
hair accessories
silver (metal)
Ornament, Hair
Comb, Ornamental
Comb, Ornamental

Inscription

"STERLING 18" (Hallmark)

Additional Identification Number

2602

Maker

Unknown

Location of Origin

American

Dimensions

4 7/8 x 3 1/4 (HxW) (inches)

Accession Number

1929.1493

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