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Hairpin

Date

1860-1890

GUSN

GUSN-103144

Description

Tortoiseshell hairpin in the shape of an ivy leaf with ball center, one twisted tooth.

Details

Descriptive Terms

hairpins
hair accessories
HAIRPIN

Additional Identification Number

2651

Maker

Unknown

Location of Origin

Probably American

Dimensions

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

Accession Number

2008.4.2

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