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Object Name
Comb
Object Number
1961-02-83
Description
Tortoise shell woman's comb. 27 teeth all approximately the same lenth. Comb curls inward and downward slightly in both direction. Ridge above teeth sold band of tortoise shell.
Comment
Comb was worn by the grandmother of the donor - Phoebe Humiston of Northfield
Category
Personal Artifacts
Date Made
mid 19th century
Dimensions
3 1/2" long x 4 1/4" wide
Materials
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Comb