POLYCHROME SCRIMSHAW WHALE'S TOOTH WITH AMERICAN-FLAGGED SHIP Mid-19th...

POLYCHROME SCRIMSHAW WHALE'S TOOTH WITH AMERICAN-FLAGGED SHIP Mid-19th Century
Obverse depicts a three-masted ship flying a red, white and blue American flag off the stern and a long pennant from the central mast. Off her stern is a smaller vessel flying a red pennant. Off her bow is a spit of land with a lighthouse, a figure and two trees. Hulls and the half-moon waves are deeply engraved. Reverse depicts three whaleboats, one in chase of a of pod whales, and two engaged in an active kill, with the whale surfaced and spouting blood. Illegible monogram at lower edge. Length 7.25".
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Obverse depicts a three-masted ship flying a red, white and blue American flag off the stern and a long pennant from the central mast. Off her stern is a smaller vessel flying a red pennant. Off her bow is a spit of land with a lighthouse, a figure and two trees. Hulls and the half-moon waves are deeply engraved. Reverse depicts three whaleboats, one in chase of a of pod whales, and two engaged in an active kill, with the whale surfaced and spouting blood. Illegible monogram at lower edge. Length 7.25".
This item is not available for international delivery without CITES and other necessary permits. Obtaining these permits is the obligation of the buyer. Please be aware of current international and domestic regulations and bid accordingly.

Condition: Some roughage to base.

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