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PAIR OF POLYCHROME SCRIMSHAW WHALE'S TEETH WITH CHERUBS Circa 1860 Lengths 5.5". Include wooden

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PAIR OF POLYCHROME SCRIMSHAW WHALE'S TEETH WITH CHERUBS Circa 1860 Lengths 5.5". Include wooden

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PAIR OF POLYCHROME SCRIMSHAW WHALE'S TEETH WITH CHERUBS
Circa 1860
Both teeth with "ORE" at tip and "We Keat.g" above images of cherubs bordered by three frilly garlands. One tooth with "W. Mc. N" below the cherub, who is holding aloft a banner. The other cherub is holding a shield and sword and kneeling on a Liberty shield-shaped plinth.
Lengths 5.5". Include wooden bases.

Condition

Bases cut flat. Some minor age lines. Sticker residue, which seems to be removable. Generally very well preserved.
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PAIR OF POLYCHROME SCRIMSHAW WHALE'S TEETH WITH CHERUBS Circa 1860 Lengths 5.5". Include wooden

Name: PAIR OF POLYCHROME SCRIMSHAW WHALE'S TEETH WITH CHERUBS Circa 1860 Lengths 5.5\". Include wooden
SKU: 170424986
Price: 1400 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $2,000 - $3,000

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