Kroko layered backcomb

A backcomb made from clear yellow cellulose nitrate overlaid with black, and topped with thirteen black spherical balls or beads. The header is of a pierced scrolling design and it is stamped 'KROKO' on the reverse, a trade name used by a Swiss company producing combs in Mumliswil from the end of the 19th century and thoughout the 20th century.

stamped: "KROKO" (reverse of one tine)

handwritten: "4/96" (reverse of one tine)

AIBDC : 008296