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Combs

Dateca. 1900
Terms
  • Combs
  • Tortoise Shell
  • United States
Dimensions12.7 × 7.62 cm (5 × 3 in.)
Object number2010.055
DescriptionA tortoise shell or celluloid imitation hair comb. The shell is predominently dark brown with lighter yellow mottling. The comb features two teeth and a high, butterfly shaped crest. The crest is also embellished with oval shaped beading along the upper edge.
Collections
  • Historic Clothing
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