19th century celluloid hair ornament featuring nine elongated pointed spires rising in a fan formation from a carved base with an intricate scrolling foliate motif — arabesques and acanthus tendrils. 6.5 inches tall and 4 inches wide. Deaccessioned from the collection of the Valentine Museum, Richmond, Virginia
Condition: Minor scuffing and scratching, light residue, one tiny spot on comb — consistent with age; structurally sound with all nine points intact
