11-04-201711-04-2017
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
3038BBoston
November 4, 2017 10:00 AMCalender
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Pair of Scrimshaw Whale's Teeth

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$1,046$850
Auction: American Furniture & Decorative Arts - 3038BLocation: BostonDate / Time: November 04, 2017 10:00AM

Description:

Pair of Scrimshaw Whale's Teeth, 19th century, one decorated with a cross and inscribed "ON EARTH/IN HEAVEN," the other decorated with an open bible and spray of oak leaves and inscribed "THE/HOLY BIBLE," lg. to 6 3/4 in.
Estimate $600-800


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