A Micronesian comb

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Yap, early 20th century, the five-pronged wood comb with shell disks ay the top, on a custom base. Lg. 9 1/2 in. Provenance: Private Collection, Santa Fe, NM.

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A Micronesian comb

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Estimate $500-$700Aug 26, 2026, 12:00 AM EDT

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Aug 26, 2026, 12:00 AM EDT

Santa Fe, NM, United States

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