Civil War Lice Comb / SOLD

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Civil War Lice Comb 

 

Recovered from a stash in a Brothel in Charleston, S.C. Constructed of wood.  A very nice condition example with no missing teeth or damage.  Classic possession of the soldier in the war to rid lice from the scalp as well as a mustache comb and were very popular items which were sold by camp sutlers.  This example was recovered from the walls of a building in Charleston, S.C. used for prostitution during the war.

Comes housed in 6 inch x 8 inch riker display case with black velvet backing and descriptive card.

 

Inventory Number: PER 462

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The Civil War Lice Comb is a double-sided, flat wooden comb with fine, closely spaced teeth, shown on a white background.
The Civil War Lice Comb is a wooden fine-tooth comb with teeth of varying widths, photographed against a white background.
A close-up of the Civil War Lice Comb, a yellow double-sided fine-toothed comb for grooming or lice removal, displayed on a white background.
The Civil War Lice Comb is a double-sided yellow bone comb with fine teeth, though some are missing or broken on the left side.
The Civil War Lice Comb, recovered from a Charleston, S.C. brothel and used by soldiers to remove lice, is displayed with a descriptive plaque. Price: $100.

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