Silver hair ornament of the Martin family, c. 1920s

Name/Title

Silver hair ornament of the Martin family, c. 1920s

Entry/Object ID

2021.128.10

Description

Acc. No. 21.128.10 Subject Category: Citizens of Alameda Date or Period: c. 1920s Object: hair ornament Description: Sterling silver two-pronged hair comb with twisted legs and floral design. Verso states 'Sterling', but no further hallmarks are visible. Size: L 4" x 1/2" History of Object: Hair ornament owned by a family member of the Martin family, found in a box decorated with lilies, labeled 'Martin Family Collection'. Acquired from: Estate of Nancy Martin Donation Date: 2016 Catalog Date: 11/28/2021