Hair accessory - Silver-plated - China - meow

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This is a silver Miao-style hair comb, a traditional hair accessory of the Chinese ethnic minority. Materials: Usually made of "Miao silver," an alloy that often contains silver mixed with copper or brass. Design: Features a crescent-shaped top piece, richly decorated with relief motifs such as flowers or birds, and pointed ends. Traditional use: Frequently worn in bun hairstyles, positioned horizontally with the teeth inserted under the hair and ornaments hanging. Measures 14 x 8.5 cm. Shipping by registered mail, Portugal CTT.

This is a silver Miao-style hair comb, a traditional hair accessory of the Chinese ethnic minority. Materials: Usually made of "Miao silver," an alloy that often contains silver mixed with copper or brass. Design: Features a crescent-shaped top piece, richly decorated with relief motifs such as flowers or birds, and pointed ends. Traditional use: Frequently worn in bun hairstyles, positioned horizontally with the teeth inserted under the hair and ornaments hanging. Measures 14 x 8.5 cm. Shipping by registered mail, Portugal CTT.

Details

Dynastic Style/Period
meow
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
China
Attribution
Original
Material
Silver-plated
Height
8.5 cm
Width
14 cm
Title of artwork
Hair accessory
Depth
1.5 cm
Condition
Fair condition
Provenance
Antique market
Authenticity
Original/official
PortugalVerified
483
Objects sold
100%
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