Collection

George Washington's hair

Made:
1732-1799 in United States

3 hairs said to be from the head of George Washington (1732-1799), fixed to certificate of authenticity (see note for provenance)

Details

Category:
Anatomy & Pathology
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A642458
Materials:
hair and paper
type:
human remains, human hair and certificate
credit:
Wellcome Trust

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