WHALE IVORY AND SHELL PIE CRIMPER Mid-19th Century...

WHALE IVORY AND SHELL PIE CRIMPER Mid-19th Century
Leaf-shaped handle with whale ivory frame and shell panel. Shaft with a dark metal leaf-shaped inlay. Same metal used for wheel mount. Wheel comprised of a shell disk and a fluted metal ring. Rivet decoration throughout. Length 6". Includes stand.
Provenance:
Barbara Johnson Whaling Collection (retains collection sticker on underside of stand).
Hyland Granby Antiques, Hyannis Port, Massachusetts.
From a Private Collection, New York
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Leaf-shaped handle with whale ivory frame and shell panel. Shaft with a dark metal leaf-shaped inlay. Same metal used for wheel mount. Wheel comprised of a shell disk and a fluted metal ring. Rivet decoration throughout. Length 6". Includes stand.
Provenance:
Barbara Johnson Whaling Collection (retains collection sticker on underside of stand).
Hyland Granby Antiques, Hyannis Port, Massachusetts.
From a Private Collection, New York
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: Metal ring from wheel is partly loose from shell disk. At least one rivet missing. Five silver dots missing on handle.

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