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Hair Comb

Collection Type

  • Jewelry

Date

1835-1860

GUSN

GUSN-103120

Description

Dyed horn back comb with a folded over round top and pierced and carved border of scrolled foliage, seven teeth.

Details

Descriptive Terms

combs (hair ornaments)
hair accessories
COMB

Additional Identification Number

2627

Maker

Unknown

Location of Origin

Probably American

Dimensions

4 in x 3 3/4 in x 2 1/4 in (HxWxD) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of Miss Mary Eustis

Accession Number

1940.207

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