Central Asian Parcel-Gilt Silver Comb inset with Turquoise

This double-sided, double comb is from Central Asia, most probably from the Uzbek people.  It comprises a wooden double headed comb in a silver casing decorated with gilding, applied silver bosses and inset with small turquoise cabochons.

The interplay between the gold and the silver is particularly pleasing.

Most probably such a comb would have been worn on festive occasions and would have been part of a marriage dowry.

The comb is in excellent condition and is without losses.