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Historical Old New England Provenance Engraved Whaling

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Historical Old New England Provenance Engraved Whaling
Historical Old New England Provenance Engraved Whaling
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Description
Historical Old New England Provenance Engraved Whaling Scrimshaw Whale Tooth Clipper Ships with Whaler Expedition Primitive Folk Art.

This is an authentic whaling artifact, possibly walrus tusk at least 200 years old from the same collection of a prominent New England family as our large exotic walrus tusk and exceptional silver seen on this auction. The family of origin goes back several generations to the early settlers of the area. br>
  • Approximate Dimensions: 3 ½” tall, approx 1 ½” wide
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  • Estimated Weight of Item: Less than 1 lb

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  • Estimated Package size:
  • 2X4

    Inventory Code: HFA TQK

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    Condition
    Base has small scattered chips and hairlines forming, shows overall wear to be expected from such old scrimshaw

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    Historical Old New England Provenance Engraved Whaling

    Estimate $75 - $150
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    Starting Price $30

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