Bone Comb

A comb made from seven bone teeth, bound together with string.

Further Information

  • Type: Domestic equipment, Toilet/cosmetic equipment
  • Object: Bone Comb
  • Materials: Bone, ivory, tooth, Vegetable, organic fibre
  • Culture Group: Other
  • Dimensions: 115mm [L] x 50mm [W]
  • Production Date: Pre 1952
  • Associated Places: Unknown
  • Associated People: Church Missionary Society [Collector]
  • Museum: British Museum
  • Accession Number: BM:Af.1952.7.8

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