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Copper bookends of Whalemen with harpoon
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Pair of 1930s weighted copper bookends showing whalemen with harpoons in hand at the bows of whaleboats. On the back is engraved "In Honor of the Whalemen whose skill hardihood and daring brought fame and fortune to New Bedford and made it's name known in every seaport of the globe". In original finish with warm patina. 5" wide x 7" tall
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Copper bookends of Whalemen with harpoon
Estimate $200 - $400
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