Important polychrome contemporary engraved sperm whale's tooth presented to US Ambassador Watson. Mounted on a base of cocabola from "Old Ironsides" and ebony from the whaleship "Wanderer". Portraits of Franklin and Lafaytte on front and back. Heavy dense tooth with fine engrved workmanship. This is a very unique and one of a kind rare item. Excellent condition. H overall 8.25". H tooth only 6.25". No international shipping. item as2115
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