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Lot 289

Lot 289

A scrimshaw-decorated sperm whale tooth, depicting a polar bear, Inuit and huskies beside...

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Lot 289

Lot Description

A scrimshaw-decorated sperm whale tooth, depicting a polar bear, Inuit and huskies beside igloos, and to the other side seals and figure in kayak, 5.5" (14cm) long.

Export issue: Yes

Postage: Auction Default

Weight: No

Total lot weight: No

Pre-1947 tooth. Decoration maybe later than tooth. Minor cracks.

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