SCRIMSHAW WHALE'S TOOTH, NAVAL BATTLE
19th c. tooth with 20th c. carving
BATTLE OF LAKE ERIE
carved battle scene with approx. twelve ships, titled in border; the reverse with half circle of eight stars above an American flag, and an eagle perched on a cannon, 5"
By descent from a New Jersey private collector.
Old cracks, one crossing tip, one small, one larger crack starting at tip to side with flag.
Estimate: $400 - $600
Realized: $400 - Excluding Buyer's Premium
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Lot 305 : SCRIMSHAW WHALE'S TOOTH, NAVAL BATTLE
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