Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) tooth engraved in scrim

Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) tooth engraved in scrimshaw depicting “Fencing a Sperm Whale,” showing the whale being cut alongside the boat. Weight: 507.8 g L. 18.5 cm Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) specimen, listed in Annex A of Regulation (EC) No. 338/97 (CITES Appendix I). This crafted item is exempt under Article 8, paragraph 3, point (b), of Regulation (EC) No. 338/97 and Article 62 of Regulation (EC) No. 865/2006. Any export or re-export outside the EU requires a prior permit from the management authority (Article 5 of Regulation (EC) No. 338/97), followed by compliance with the laws of the country of destination, which is the responsibility of the purchaser.