Tooth-brush, (Silver set in case)

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Object numberHC.J.12.X.3
TitleTooth-brush, (Silver set in case)
Creator Joseph Taylor
DescriptionA silver tooth-brush set, Birmingham 1799. The bristles are inserted into ivory, tooth-powder container (two sections) with bright-cut engraving, and a tongue scraper. The latter may have also been used to remove powder from the container. Fitted in original pocket-case with fleur de lis decoration.
Birmingham hallmark 1799
Production date 1799
Production periodEighteenth century, late
Object nameTooth-brush, (Silver set in case)
Object categoryDental
Dimensions
- Leather case Length: 13.6 cm
Width: 2.2 cm
Depth: 1.3 cm
Silver case Length: 9.4 cm
Width: 1 cm
Depth: 0.8 cm
Toothbrush Length: 12.3 cm
Width: 0.9 cm
Depth: 1.5 cm
tongue scraper Length: 12.5 cm
Width: 0.8 cm
Depth: 0.1 cm