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19th C. American Scrimshaw on Whale Tooth

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19th C. American Scrimshaw on Whale Tooth

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DESCRIPTION: American scrimshaw on whale's tooth. 19th century. With American Eagle holding three arrows and a fig branch in talons and starred banner in beak. Star and stripped shield to background. MEASUREMENTS: 6" x 2-1/4". CONDITION: Wear and cracking to edge of tooth as expected with age. IMPORTANT: Before bidding, please read the terms and conditions. When you registered for the auction you agreed to these terms and will be required to comply with them.

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19th C. American Scrimshaw on Whale Tooth

Name: 19th C. American Scrimshaw on Whale Tooth
SKU: 87432889
Price: 650 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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Starting Price $150

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