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Faux Tortoiseshell and Rhinestone Ornamental Hair Comb
Faux Tortoiseshell and Rhinestone Ornamental Hair Comb
Faux Tortoiseshell and Rhinestone Ornamental Hair Comb
Faux Tortoiseshell and Rhinestone Ornamental Hair Comb

Faux Tortoiseshell and Rhinestone Ornamental Hair Comb

Date1890-1910
Object NameComb
Mediumcelluloid, glass
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
DimensionsLength: 11cm
Width: 4.5cm
AcquisitionThe Peggy Walker Gift, 2006.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS076179
About MeFaux tortoiseshell ornamental hair comb with two teeth and horse shoe-shaped heading featuring two bands of rhinestones.
More About Me
Faux (plastic) tortoiseshell is often darker than the natural product, the latter composed of the same layered keratin as in hair, claws and nails