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Exquisite jade comb from Tang Dynasty serves as hair ornament
Updated: Sep 29, 2026
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Was this Tang Dynasty (618-907) jade comb really meant for combing hair? With its delicate openwork of three flowers and two birds, this half-moon-shaped jade comb was likely worn as a hair ornament, tucked into an elegant cloud-like updo. How stunning! Its finely spaced teeth and exquisite jade craftsmanship reveal the luxurious taste of Tang-era adornment. Collection: The Palace Museum.
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