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A 19th century scrimshaw whale's tooth with a whaling scene**
engraved on one side with the image of a whaling scene with three ships, whaleboats and a pod of whales, partially surrounded by a bent harpoon with a rope tail.
6¾ in. (17.1 cm.) length.
engraved on one side with the image of a whaling scene with three ships, whaleboats and a pod of whales, partially surrounded by a bent harpoon with a rope tail.
6¾ in. (17.1 cm.) length.
Special notice
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.