A large scrimshaw whale’s tooth engraved with a tallship

Lot #5 - A large scrimshaw whale’s tooth engraved with a tallship

Auction House:

Leski Auctions
Sale Name:

Australian & Colonial
Sale Date:

24 Nov 2019 ~ 12noon (AEDT)
Lot #:

5
Lot Description:

A large scrimshaw whale’s tooth engraved with a tallship
and inscription on reverse “Tooth Of A Sperm Whale, 90 Foot Long, Caught By The Betsey, Capt. Peters, First South Sea.......1832”,
22cm high
Estimate:

A$800 - 1,200
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.