Category Archives: Victorian Hair Combs

Victorian Ivory Combs in the 1860’s

Posted on January 18, 2017 by BarbaraAnne

As love’s fire became firelight, Mary E. wrote on the inside of her comb box, “This is for Carrie M. Golches. Mary E [last name].” Another’s pen added, “She passed away about 1923, age 91.” The script is American; the … Continue reading →

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Victorian Hair Pins

Posted on April 8, 2014 by BarbaraAnne

Whether the hairstyle was divided into three or more parts, some short, others long; or, the hair was complexly braided at the back, Victorian women adorned their chignons with tortoiseshell combs and pins. On top of the pins were fantastic … Continue reading →

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The Portland Tiara

Posted on December 14, 2010 by BarbaraAnne

This tiara was made by E. Wolff & Co. for Garrard, the crown jewelers since 1843. It was made c. 1889, shortly after the marriage of the 6th Duke of Portland. Ivy, formerly the Marchioness of Titchfield, became the Duchess … Continue reading →

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Some Lovely Things on Ebay

Posted on October 4, 2009 by BarbaraAnne

There have been some absolutely gorgeous things sold recently on ebay. A French silver and gold tiara with seed pearls, c. 1810, had rings in the back perhaps for a veil, and a few metal comb prongs in the back, … Continue reading →

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