Lot #343 - An impressive scrimshaw whale’s tooth
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Auction House:Leski Auctions
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Sale Name:Australian & Historical
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Sale Date:25 Jun 2022 ~ 10am (AEST) - Session 1: Lots 1 - 769
26 Jun 2022 ~ 10am (AEST) - Session 2: Lots 770 - 1491 -
Lot #:343
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Lot Description:An impressive scrimshaw whale’s tooth
engraved “Ship RUNNYMEDE of Hobart Town. Capt. James Bayley. 5 Month Voyage ~ 500 tuns sperm. ~1851~" The reverse engraved with whaling scene with ship in the background.
17cm long -
Estimate:A$1,500 - 2,500
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Realised Price:
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Category:Precious Objects
This Sale has been held and this item is no longer available. Details are provided for information purposes only.