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DateLate 1800s
Terms
  • Combs
  • Oyster
Dimensions10.15 × 15.23 cm (4 × 6 in.)
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Hans W. Miller
Object numberPER1122.0002B
DescriptionTortoise shell ornamental side comb. The comb features 7 teeth and a decorative crest consisting of 12 feather shapes set at a raking angle to the teeth. The tortoise shell is mottled medium and dark brown in color.
Collections
  • Historic Clothing
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