A SCRIMSHAW ENGRAVED WHALE'S TOOTH
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A SCRIMSHAW ENGRAVED WHALE'S TOOTH

MID-19TH CENTURY, PROBABLY AMERICAN

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A SCRIMSHAW ENGRAVED WHALE'S TOOTH
MID-19TH CENTURY, PROBABLY AMERICAN
Finely engraved on one side with the lover's farewell, a ship in the distance flying an American flag, the other with a woman looking out to sea at a ship
4¾ in. (12 cm.) high
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.

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