The MOTHER of all French 18k gold and pearl hair ornaments. The proportions are "chef's kiss" and I have never used that expression, and never will again. The blue silk box is showing her age, but who cares? The comb fits perfectly inside and so has been protected for 150+ years. C. 1880, french hallmarks. c. 1880, 18k gold (marked), seed pearls, horn, original blue silk box, not a single seed pearl missing.
MATERIALS: 18k gold (marked), seed pearls, horn, original blue silk box
AGE: c. 1880
CONDITION: Excellent (box is showing its age though)
SIZE: 4" x 3" (4" x 3/8" arced gold top)