SIX CHERRY, BEECH, WALNUT AND LIGNUM VITAE SAILOR'S FIDS
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SIX CHERRY, BEECH, WALNUT AND LIGNUM VITAE SAILOR'S FIDS

18TH CENTURY

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SIX CHERRY, BEECH, WALNUT AND LIGNUM VITAE SAILOR'S FIDS
18TH CENTURY
Together with marine ivory and whalebone sailor's rubbers and a horn box, possibly North American
The largest fid: 21 ½ in. (54.5 cm.) long
The horn box: 4 1/8 in. (10.5 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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