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    Maritime Art Including Fine Paintings, Nautical Antiques, Scrimshaw And Ship Models

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    30 January 2008

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    • A cut and carved whale's tooth
    Lot 77

    A cut and carved whale's tooth**

    EARLY 20TH CENTURY

    Price realised

    USD 625

    Estimate

    USD 800 - USD 1,200

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    A cut and carved whale's tooth**
    early 20th century
    in the form of a bird's head with an eye. On a mahogany stand.
    4½ in. (11.4 cm.) length. (2)

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    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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