Lot 6180

WHALEBONE AND COCONUT SHELL SPOON First Half of the 19th Century Length 10”.

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WHALEBONE AND COCONUT SHELL SPOON First Half of the 19th Century Length 10”.

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Description

WHALEBONE AND COCONUT SHELL SPOON
First Half of the 19th Century
Whalebone handle with deeply carved crosshatch and banded design.
Length 10”.

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WHALEBONE AND COCONUT SHELL SPOON First Half of the 19th Century Length 10”.

Name: WHALEBONE AND COCONUT SHELL SPOON First Half of the 19th Century Length 10”.
SKU: 134800622
Price: 275 USD
Availability: InStock