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Antique Tortoise Shell Bow Gold Piqué Hair Comb

$4,016.94
£3,010.94
€3,400
CA$5,518.59
A$6,160.99
CHF 3,228.27
MX$75,416.54
NOK 40,999
SEK 38,656.85
DKK 25,882.04

About the Item

Highly unusual hair comb in the shape of bow. The finely carved tortoise shell bow is decorated with gold piqué work. The bow is attached to the comb with the help of a tortoise shell hinge. Fine work dating from 1860-1870. size bow: 7,7 cm (W) x 6,5 (L) size comb: 9 (L) x 2,6 cm (W)
  • Weight:
    13.64 g
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1865
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Small restorations to the gold piqué.
  • Seller Location:
    Munich, DE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU149016414482

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