Tortoise-Shell Comb

1900.52.0003

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Basic Information

Artifact Identification Tortoise-Shell Comb   (1900.52.0003)
Classification/
Nomenclature
  1. Personal Artifacts
  2. :
  3. Adornment
  4. :
  5. Hair Adornments
Artist/Maker Unknown
Geographic Location
Period N/A
Date 19th – Early 20th century CE
Culture Euro - American

Physical Analysis

Dimension 1 (Length) 13.1 cm
Dimension 2 (Width) 5.4 cm
Dimension 3 (Depth) 1.5 cm
Weight 7 g
Measuring Remarks N/A
Materials Animal--Shell
Manufacturing Processes Carved, Polishing

Research Remarks

Description Under Review
Published Description N/A
Bibliography Under Review

Artifact History

Credit Line/Dedication Gift of Mrs. E. W. Drew
Reproduction no

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