Wednesday, October 3, 2012

19th Century Diadem comb

 I have to credit Julia, from The Bohemian Belle, for this find.  She posted a link to it since she wasn't going to buy it, and I couldn't resist. I've always wanted a regency era comb like this!  This one is so pretty and in such good shape!  It also has an interesting ball joint connecting the diadem part to the comb so that it will sit properly on the head.

 Here is the RubyLane listing description from FrenchFadedGrandeur:

 Beautiful antique French pivoting silver and tortoiseshell comb or diadem with paste stones and FAUX seed pearls dating from the Napoleon III period. The comb has no hallmarks but has been confirmed by 2 dealers as being silver. The comb is in good overall condition save on close inspection several of the faux pearls are a little damaged. Please study the photos as these form part of the description. The diadem is marked "depose". 


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7 comments:

  1. SarahOctober 3, 2012 at 9:20 PM

    That little joint is so clever! This is a really beautiful piece, hard to believe it's as old as it is...

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    1. MaggieOctober 3, 2012 at 9:35 PM

      It really is clever! It seems to be in really good shape too!

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  2. The Bohemian BelleOctober 3, 2012 at 9:33 PM

    Ha! I knew one of my friends must have bought it! You'll have to let me have a look at it sometime!

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    1. MaggieOctober 3, 2012 at 9:34 PM

      I couldn't resist it! If we're able to meet up near Xmas, I'll bring it for sure. :-)

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  3. The Bohemian BelleOctober 3, 2012 at 9:47 PM

    sweet!

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  4. AugustintytärOctober 4, 2012 at 2:14 AM

    Beautiful! I'm glad you got it. What a lucky find from Julia.

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