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Coral and Onyx Turtleshell Hair Comb-Diadem, United States, 1880

About the Item

Rare hair comb, diadem, turtleshell, surmounted by a gilt silver element decorated with volutes in an entourage of natural Mediterranean coral pearls (Rubrum Corallium) of an orange-red color and drops, also in coral, with pearls of different sizes in black onyx. Original case. Bigelow Brothers & Kennard jeweler, Boston, USA circa 1880. (SHIP TO EU ONLY).
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)Width: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Milan, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU917133922062

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