A selection of tortoiseshell and imitation tortoiseshell hair combs.

Overall condition fair. There are scratches to all in keeping with the age of the hair combs. There are scratches and areas of discolouration to the surmount and overlaid detail, all prongs are present.

'ITEMS INCORPORATING MATERIALS FROM ENDANGERED AND OTHER PROTECTED SPECIES' Prospective buyers are advised that several countries prohibit altogether the importation of property containing such materials, and that other countries require a permit (e.g CITIES permit) from the relevant regulatory agencies in the countries of exportation as well as importation. The sale of ivory, tortoiseshell and other materials derived from endangered species is limited by CITES regulations to 'worked' pieces dating prior to 1947, and the export of such pieces outside the EU would require and export licence to be obtained from DEFRA.