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253. PAIR OF AMERICAN POLYCHROMED SCRIMSHAW SPERM WHALE TEETH, circa 1840, excellent detailed
engraving on both sides in red, green, black, yellow and blue. The right tooth engraved with a full portrait of “Hope” in long dress
leaning on an anchor with rope-work and holding an oval plaque with a detailed portrait of an American ship. The left tooth depicts
a young lady seated on a split rail fence flanked by two gentlemen in conversation. The reverse view on the right depicts a young
woman holding a book and parasol wearing a long dress and bonnet. The left depicts a full portrait of a Scotsman wearing a black, red
and white kilt and holding a sword and rose engraved shield. The teeth have straight cut bottoms so they rest on their own,
custom stands included. Height 5 ¼ in.
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