FIVE WHALING-RELATED ITEMS

FIVE WHALING-RELATED ITEMS
1) Black and white photograph of two whalemen on a cutting stage. Framed 10.25" x 12".
2) 19th Century whale ivory jagging wheel with hooked handle and serrated wheel. Wonderful rich patina. Length 4.5".
3-5) Three postcards: "Capturing a Sperm Whale.", "Whales at Pier, New Bedford, Mass." (postally used) and "Ship William Hamilton in New Bedford Harbor". Each approx. 3.5" x 5.5".
Condition Report: Photo not examined out of frame but has visible creases. Jagging wheel with small chips and a slight crack near hub. Postcards toned.***This item is not available for international delivery. Please be aware of your local regulations regarding the sale of marine mammal parts and bid accordingly.**The absence of a condition report does not imply an object is free of defects. All items may have normal signs of age and wear commensurate with their age; these issues will likely not be mentioned in the condition report. Please contact Eldred's before the auction with any condition questions. Questions about condition will not be answered after purchase. Condition reports are provided as a courtesy, and we are not responsible for any errors or omissions. Important note on frames: Frames are not guaranteed to be in the same condition as they are in the item photograph. Due to handling and shipping, many frames, especially antique ones, are prone to losses. If you have questions about the condition of a frame, please contact us prior to the auction.