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Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Leitão & Irmão Antique 19th Century Diamond Star Tortoise Shell Brooch Hair Comb
Leitão & Irmão Antique 19th Century Diamond Star Tortoise Shell Brooch Hair Comb

Leitão & Irmão Antique 19th Century Diamond Star Tortoise Shell Brooch Hair Comb

Located in Lisbon, PT

This highly collectible Victorian jewel is composed by an old-cut diamond-set star mounted in silver-on-gold which is mounted onto a two-leg tortoise shell hair comb displaying the c...

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1880s Portuguese Late Victorian Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

19th Century Tortoise Shell Decorative Hair Comb or Head Piece
19th Century Tortoise Shell Decorative Hair Comb or Head Piece

19th Century Tortoise Shell Decorative Hair Comb or Head Piece

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A stunning and large antique 19th century tortoise shell, celluloid, or Bakelite hair comb or head piece with an intricate carved floral and open scroll work design.

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Mid-19th Century Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Materials

Plastic

Framed Lady's Hair Comb from the 19th Century
Framed Lady's Hair Comb from the 19th Century

Framed Lady's Hair Comb from the 19th Century

Located in Asheville, NC

Carved tortoiseshell ladies comb is flanked by a dragon fan crowned with five ball beads. En suite with mid century shadowbox frame, this piece is in fine condition for its age.

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19th Century Chinese Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Materials

Tortoise Shell, Glass

Turtleshell hair comb-diadem with chain motif, France 1900.
Turtleshell hair comb-diadem with chain motif, France 1900.

Turtleshell hair comb-diadem with chain motif, France 1900.

Located in Milan, IT

Tiara hair comb, in tortoiseshell, topped by an element, also in tortoiseshell, decorated with a sculpted chain motif sloping down from the center towards the edges. France circa 190...

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Early 20th Century French Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Materials

Tortoise Shell

Tortoiseshell Hair Comb Diadem, France, Early 20th Century, 1900
Tortoiseshell Hair Comb Diadem, France, Early 20th Century, 1900

Tortoiseshell Hair Comb Diadem, France, Early 20th Century, 1900

Located in Milan, IT

Tortoiseshell tiara comb for hair surmounted by an element decorated with tortoiseshell volutes. France circa 1900. (SHIP TO EU ONLY)

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Early 20th Century French Other Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Materials

Tortoise Shell

Turtleshell hair comb with butterfly in cutnsteel, France 1900.
Turtleshell hair comb with butterfly in cutnsteel, France 1900.

Turtleshell hair comb with butterfly in cutnsteel, France 1900.

Located in Milan, IT

Hairdressing comb with blonde tortoiseshell prongs and cut steel decoration depicting a butterfly. France circa 1900. (SHIP TO EU ONLY)

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Early 20th Century French Other Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Materials

Tortoise Shell

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Pair of Victorian Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Pair of Victorian Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Located in Bozeman, MT

Tortoise shell combs, one with gold-wash filigree decoration.

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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Magnificent French Gold Turquoise Hair Comb
Magnificent French Gold Turquoise Hair Comb

Magnificent French Gold Turquoise Hair Comb

Located in Wimberley, TX

An object as simple as a hair comb can embody an entire artistic style. This magnificent natural tortoise shell hair comb of gold, natural turquoise and black enamel combine in a cha...

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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Materials

18k Gold

Celluloid Hair Comb with Butterfly Motif
Celluloid Hair Comb with Butterfly Motif

Celluloid Hair Comb with Butterfly Motif

Located in Toronto, ON

Carved tortoise shell lucite hair-comb with rhinestone and hand painted butterfly motif.

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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

1880s Victorian Tortoise Shell Celluloid Hair Comb 14 Karat Gold
1880s Victorian Tortoise Shell Celluloid Hair Comb 14 Karat Gold

1880s Victorian Tortoise Shell Celluloid Hair Comb 14 Karat Gold

Located in Hicksville, NY

1880s Victorian 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Tortoise Shell Celluloid Hair Comb. Features an intricate, Filigree Crown motif design crafted in 14 Karat Yellow Gold.

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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Tortoise Shell Rose Cut Diamond Silver Hair Comb Clip
Antique Tortoise Shell Rose Cut Diamond Silver Hair Comb Clip

Antique Tortoise Shell Rose Cut Diamond Silver Hair Comb Clip

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Lovely jeweled comb that is a great addition to your hair accessories collection and also makes a special gift.

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Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Materials

Diamond, Silver

Spanish Oversized Peinata Hair Comb Faux Tortoise Shell, Carved, 1920s
Spanish Oversized Peinata Hair Comb Faux Tortoise Shell, Carved, 1920s

Spanish Oversized Peinata Hair Comb Faux Tortoise Shell, Carved, 1920s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Exquisite Spanish peinata carved in an art nouveau filigree design. Wearable art in it's truest form. The peineta, or hair comb, is traditionally worn under a lace veil known as a m...

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Early 20th Century Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Edwardian Gold Platinum and Diamond Tortoise Shell Hair Combs
Edwardian Gold Platinum and Diamond Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Edwardian Gold Platinum and Diamond Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1915 Hair combs, Tortoise Shell with 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum Mounts set with Rose cut Diamonds, measuring 3 5/8 inches in length X 2 inches.

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1910s Unknown Edwardian Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vienna Köchert Art Nouveau Ruby Diamond Tortoise Shell Gold Silver Hair Comb
Vienna Köchert Art Nouveau Ruby Diamond Tortoise Shell Gold Silver Hair Comb

Vienna Köchert Art Nouveau Ruby Diamond Tortoise Shell Gold Silver Hair Comb

By Kochert

Located in Munich, Bavaria

This exquisite carved tortoise shell hair comb is decorated with undulated, chiselled gold wire which is embellished with three gold set round facetted rubies and twelve small three-...

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1890s Austrian Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Silver

late Victorian Large Diamond Silver Gold Hair Comb
late Victorian Large Diamond Silver Gold Hair Comb

late Victorian Large Diamond Silver Gold Hair Comb

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1900 Silver Top with Gold back and Tortoise Shell Hair Comb, set with approximately 5 carats of Rose cut Diamonds of varying sizes and further set with Rubies.

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Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Late Victorian Tortoise Shell Gold Hair Combs
Late Victorian Tortoise Shell Gold Hair Combs

Late Victorian Tortoise Shell Gold Hair Combs

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1910 Tortoise Shell and 14K yellow Gold matched pair of Hair Combs. measuring 4 inch in length and 1 5/8 inch wide.

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Early 1900s American Victorian Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Materials

14k Gold

Late Victorian Tortoise Shell Natural Pearl Gold Hair Comb
Late Victorian Tortoise Shell Natural Pearl Gold Hair Comb

Late Victorian Tortoise Shell Natural Pearl Gold Hair Comb

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1910 Tortoise Shell Natural Pearl Gold Hair Comb, measuring 3 1/2 inch wide and 2 3/8 inch in length.

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1910s American Victorian Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Materials

Natural Pearl, 14k Gold

Turtleshell hair comb with snake and mistletoe berries, France 1900.
Turtleshell hair comb with snake and mistletoe berries, France 1900.

Turtleshell hair comb with snake and mistletoe berries, France 1900.

Located in Milan, IT

Hairdressing comb with spotted tortoiseshell prongs and decoration in silver and stones (rubies and micropearls) depicting a snake and a branch of mistletoe berries. France circa 190...

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Early 20th Century French Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Materials

Stone, Silver

Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Comb

Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Comb

Located in Greenwich, CT

Antique tortoise shell hair comb, with a gold and pearl ornamented top.

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20th Century Unknown Edwardian Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Materials

Yellow Gold

FABERGE Pair of Tortoise Shell Hair Combs
FABERGE Pair of Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

FABERGE Pair of Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

By Fabergé

Located in Redmond, WA

A pair of diamond-set tortoise shell hair combs, circa 1910. Each comb is decorated with a band of running leaf tips set with diamonds, probably by Fabergé.

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20th Century Russian Edwardian Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Rare Georgian  Hair  Ornament

Rare Georgian Hair Ornament

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Exquisite tortoise shell hair comb with 15ct. yellow gold sheaf of wheat and grape leaf motif, beautifully deatailed and accented with natural seed pearls

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Early 19th Century Unknown Georgian Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Materials

Natural Pearl, 15k Gold

Tortoise Shell, Diamond and Platinum Hair Comb

Tortoise Shell, Diamond and Platinum Hair Comb

Located in New York, NY

Tortoise shell, platinum and diamond hair comb It is very unusal to find this piece in such perfect condition 3 1/2" wide x 2" high

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20th Century American Edwardian Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Large Victorian Piqué Star Hair Comb
Large Victorian Piqué Star Hair Comb

Large Victorian Piqué Star Hair Comb

Located in New York, NY

A mid Victorian piqué ‘star’ hair comb. Piqué is known to describe a technique in which gold or silver are inlaid onto tortoise shell to create patterns.

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1870s Unknown Victorian Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Edwardian Swallow Wedding Comb in 18 Karats Gold
Edwardian Swallow Wedding Comb in 18 Karats Gold

Edwardian Swallow Wedding Comb in 18 Karats Gold

Located in PARIS, FR

The birds have an imitation pearl at the end of their beaks. The comb is made of bakelite (imitating blonde tortoise shell).

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1910s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Gianfranco Ferré Vintage Fall Winter 1995 Runway Three-Piece Tuxedo-Inspired Set

Gianfranco Ferré Vintage Fall Winter 1995 Runway Three-Piece Tuxedo-Inspired Set

By Gianfranco Ferré

Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest

Vintage Gianfranco Ferré Runway 1995 Three-Piece Tuxedo-Inspired Silk Blouse, Vest & Skirt Set This rare outfit from Gianfranco Ferré’s 1995 runway show is a striking mix of mens...

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1990s Italian Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Alexander McQueen New Khaki Pants with Hip Lacing S/S 2002
Alexander McQueen New Khaki Pants with Hip Lacing S/S 2002

Alexander McQueen New Khaki Pants with Hip Lacing S/S 2002

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Water Mill, NY

Fabulous khaki cotton pants from Alexander McQueen. They have full straight legs with curved panels over the back hips with a fan of laces meeting and buttoning on the front sides at...

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Early 2000s Italian Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2005 "It's Only A Game" Cream Cotton Brocade Detail Skirt
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2005 "It's Only A Game" Cream Cotton Brocade Detail Skirt

ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2005 "It's Only A Game" Cream Cotton Brocade Detail Skirt

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Thiensville, WI

Alexander McQueen S/S 2005 cream cotton brocade detail skirt. From Alexander McQueen's "It's Only a Game" collection. Botanical filigree metallic brocade trim in shades of beige, cre...

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Early 2000s Italian Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Vivienne Westwood black and gold mesh 'Open 24hrs' corset, fw 1993
Vivienne Westwood black and gold mesh 'Open 24hrs' corset, fw 1993

Vivienne Westwood black and gold mesh 'Open 24hrs' corset, fw 1993

By Vivienne Westwood

Located in London, GB

Vivienne Westwood black mesh corset with 'Open 24hrs' gold leaf print. Internal boning designed to cinch the waist and push the breasts up. Anglomania, Fall-Winter 1993

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1990s British Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Couture Hand Beaded Bridal Gown w. Gloves + Shawl
LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Couture Hand Beaded Bridal Gown w. Gloves + Shawl

LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Couture Hand Beaded Bridal Gown w. Gloves + Shawl

By Eavis & Brown

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Les Habitudes / Eavis & Brown Couture created, entirely hand-made in a London atelier Wedding gown in an art deco print with matching gloves and shawl Vintage 1990's 100% ivory s...

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1990s Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

1960s Vintage Victoria Royal Pink Silk Beaded Cocktail Dress US 4 UK 8
1960s Vintage Victoria Royal Pink Silk Beaded Cocktail Dress US 4 UK 8

1960s Vintage Victoria Royal Pink Silk Beaded Cocktail Dress US 4 UK 8

By Victoria Royal

Located in Nashville, TN

Rendered in the softest shade of pale pink shantung silk and embellished with bright gold beads, pearlescent beads and pink claw set rhinestones, in a swirling paisley pattern, this ...

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1960s Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

1970's LORIS AZZARO asymmetrical gown with sequined bodice
1970's LORIS AZZARO asymmetrical gown with sequined bodice

1970's LORIS AZZARO asymmetrical gown with sequined bodice

By Loris Azzaro

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Stunning, jet-black and gold sequined gown with layered asymmetrical silk mousseline skirt designed by Loris Azzaro dating to the late 1970's. This dress is stunning. The bodice is f...

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1970s French Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Antique Lace and Silk Beige Parasol Umbrella Bamboo pole
Antique Lace and Silk Beige Parasol Umbrella Bamboo pole

Antique Lace and Silk Beige Parasol Umbrella Bamboo pole

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H 36.62 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in Dm 37.41 in

Antique Lace and Silk Beige Parasol Umbrella Bamboo pole

Located in VALLADOLID, ES

Outstandind and very refined antique lace and silk parasol with a bamboo pole. This French parasol dates from the late 19th/early 20th century. It is crafted from exquisite French la...

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1890s French Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Vivienne Westwood cow print nude silk corseted off shoulder dress, ss 1999
Vivienne Westwood cow print nude silk corseted off shoulder dress, ss 1999

Vivienne Westwood cow print nude silk corseted off shoulder dress, ss 1999

By Vivienne Westwood

Located in London, GB

Vivienne Westwood cow print nude and black silk mid-length evening dress with built-in corset and draped off-shoulder neckline Spring-Summer 1999

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1990s British Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Blumarine new silk blouse / dress / tunic yoke style Coquette
Blumarine new silk blouse / dress / tunic yoke style Coquette

Blumarine new silk blouse / dress / tunic yoke style Coquette

By Blumarine

Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ

Blumarine new silk blouse / dress / tunic yoke style Coquette size 42 new condition with tags long blouse or short dress Looks great with jeans, or with your cozy favorite cardig...

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Early 2000s Italian Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Vintage Gianni Versace SS 2005 Runway Plunging Halter Gold Medusa Dress 44 US 10
Vintage Gianni Versace SS 2005 Runway Plunging Halter Gold Medusa Dress 44 US 10

Vintage Gianni Versace SS 2005 Runway Plunging Halter Gold Medusa Dress 44 US 10

By Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace, Versace

Located in Montgomery, TX

Vintage Gianni Versace Plunging Halter Medusa Open Back Black Dress A collector’s dream and a show-stopping statement piece. As seen on the runway during Versace’s SS 2005 collection...

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Early 2000s Italian Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Silver Hand Beaded Rhinestone Gown w Raspberry Silk Lining & Back Slit Size S
Silver Hand Beaded Rhinestone Gown w Raspberry Silk Lining & Back Slit Size S

Silver Hand Beaded Rhinestone Gown w Raspberry Silk Lining & Back Slit Size S

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This fabulous gown is composed of hand beaded chiffon with rows of rhinestones, fitted waist, a plunging back, and a back slit which is perfectly accented by the raspberry lining. T...

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20th Century Unknown Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière SS 2005 Runway Striped Military Blazer Jacket
Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière SS 2005 Runway Striped Military Blazer Jacket

Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière SS 2005 Runway Striped Military Blazer Jacket

By Balenciaga, Nicolas Ghesquière

Located in Toronto, Ontario

From the highly sought-after Spring 2005 runway “Sailor” collection and featured in the ad campaign worn by Gisele, this navy striped military jacket is a standout example of Nicolas...

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Early 2000s Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Chanel 1994 Iconic Spring Runway Vintage Pearl Round Sunglasses Rare
Chanel 1994 Iconic Spring Runway Vintage Pearl Round Sunglasses Rare

Chanel 1994 Iconic Spring Runway Vintage Pearl Round Sunglasses Rare

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel 1994 Spring Runway Vintage Pearl Round Sunglasses Rare Silver-tone metal Chanel vintage round sunglasses with faux pearl trim at frames and arms, adjustable nose pads and tin...

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1990s Italian Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Dolce & Gabbana Shrunken Knit Cardigan and Mongolian Lamb Maxi Skirt, FW 1999
Dolce & Gabbana Shrunken Knit Cardigan and Mongolian Lamb Maxi Skirt, FW 1999

Dolce & Gabbana Shrunken Knit Cardigan and Mongolian Lamb Maxi Skirt, FW 1999

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in London, GB

A runway ensemble from Dolce & Gabbana’s Fall-Winter 1999 collection, consisting of a fitted knit cardigan and a Mongolian lamb maxi skirt. The cardigan is crafted from a viscose and...

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1990s Italian Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Roberto Cavalli Resort 2014 Embellished Lace Evening Dress and Shawl 2 Piece Set
Roberto Cavalli Resort 2014 Embellished Lace Evening Dress and Shawl 2 Piece Set

Roberto Cavalli Resort 2014 Embellished Lace Evening Dress and Shawl 2 Piece Set

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Englishtown, NJ

Roberto Cavalli Resort 2014 Embellished Lace Evening Dress and Shawl 2 Piece Set Size: IT 42 Condition: Excellent vintage condition, breast pads were professionally added but can b...

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2010s Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

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Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of antique tortoise shell hair combs for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 14k Gold and Silver. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century, has proven very popular over the years. Our collection of antique tortoise shell hair combs includes designs that are universally popular, but Victorian and Edwardian styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Kochert are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 3 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. There are many old european cut and rose cut antique tortoise shell hair combs for sale.

How Much are Antique Tortoise Shell Hair Combs?

On average, antique tortoise shell hair combs at 1stDibs sell for $1,375, while they’re typically $350 on the low end and $5,399 for the highest priced versions of this item.