POLYCHROME SCRIMSHAW WHALE'S TOOTH
Similar Sale History
View More Items in Political MemorabiliaMore Items in Political Memorabilia
View MoreRecommended Historical Memorabilia
View MoreItem Details
Description
POLYCHROME SCRIMSHAW WHALE'S TOOTH
Mid-19th Century
Obverse depicts a three-masted vessel flying colorful flags and pennants, including a blue, white and red striped flag from the foremast, a long red and blue pennant, an "A" burgee from the mainmast, a U.S. jack from the mizzenmast, and a bold American flag off the stern. Portholes or gunports colored red. Reverse depicts a spouting, open-mouthed sperm whale. Traces of a vine and double line border encircles base.
Length 4.25".
Mid-19th Century
Obverse depicts a three-masted vessel flying colorful flags and pennants, including a blue, white and red striped flag from the foremast, a long red and blue pennant, an "A" burgee from the mainmast, a U.S. jack from the mizzenmast, and a bold American flag off the stern. Portholes or gunports colored red. Reverse depicts a spouting, open-mouthed sperm whale. Traces of a vine and double line border encircles base.
Length 4.25".
Condition
Chips, cracks and age lines at base, the longest extending approx. 1". Other age lines. Scattered traces a bright red-orange substance on obverse near base.
Buyer's Premium
- 25% up to $500,000.00
- 10% above $500,000.00
POLYCHROME SCRIMSHAW WHALE'S TOOTH
Estimate $2,000 - $3,000
13 bidders are watching this item.
Shipping & Pickup Options
Item located in East Dennis, MA, usOffers In-House Shipping
Local Pickup Available
Payment
Related Searches
TOP