A Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Diamond and Tortoise Shell Hair Comb, Tiffany & Co., Circa 1890, 15.40 dwts.
consisting of an elaborate pierced and engraved fan form gold top in a scrolled and foliate motif accented with five old European cut diamonds weighing approximately 2.50 carats total, the five tine comb of highly translucent tortoiseshell, measuring approximately 97.00 x 98.00 mm inclusive of tines.Hand inscribed: (scratch marks) 2922.Accompanied by the original fitted leather case with tufted lining signed TIFFANY & CO. NEW YORK PARIS LONDON.
15.40 dwts.
Property from the Estate of George Willis Pack (1831-1906), Ashville, NC.
Thence by descent to the present owner.