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Comb, Ornamental
Object/Artifact
4.5 x 5” coin silver comb. Bright cut scroll design on bridge with scalloped edge; no marks. 9 angled teeth of graduated length formed of metal drawn through almond cross-section die. Shaped to gentle points, soldered onto reverse of bridge against a wire barrier.
G87.101
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
1800 - 1830
comb
coin silver
cut scroll
scalloped edge
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