Martha Washington's Hair Comb Worn at Washington's Inauguration. 5 x 7¾" tortoise shell hair comb which was part of the head dress worn by Martha Washington at the inauguration of her husband as first President of the United States on April 30, 1789. With early ink-written paper attached: "Part of the head dress worn by Martha Washington at the inauguration of her husband as the First President of the United States. From the collection of Antiques at Washington!" Three teeth are missing and there are a few minor blemishes. Extremely rare and important historical artifact.
Provenance:1. Martha Washington ordered two hair combs and other personal items from Robert Cary and Co. in January 1758.
2. Excelsior Gallery Auction, Scottsdale, AZ, Mar. 6, 1998
3. Claude Harkins.
Estimated Value $3,000 - 5,000.
The Claude Harkins Collection of Washingtonia
