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Celluloid and Diamante Ornamental Hair Comb
Celluloid and Diamante Ornamental Hair Comb
Celluloid and Diamante Ornamental Hair Comb
Celluloid and Diamante Ornamental Hair Comb

Celluloid and Diamante Ornamental Hair Comb

Date1870-1910
Object NameComb
Mediumcelluloid, diamante, brass
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
DimensionsLength: 7.5cm
Width: 10.5cm
AcquisitionThe Peggy Walker Gift, 2006.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS076174
About MeFaux tortoiseshell ornamental diadem-style hair comb, the top of which is attached to a partial tiara style diamante band via a brass hinge.
More About Me
Although the use of real tortoiseshell was only banned in the 1970's, jewellers had long used substitutes to meet demand. This comb is likely made of cowhorn died with a mixture of potash, tree sap, and quicklime. Since both bone and hair are made of keratin, this mixture was also used as a hair dye.