$2,350
Engraved Whale's Tooth, probably second quarter 19th century, the tooth with an engraved depiction of Lady Liberty supporting an anchor (the symbol of hope), and a shield, with a banner proclaiming "LIBERTY" flying above her head, enclosed in a looping rope border, the reverse depicting a three-masted sailing vessel, (minor age cracks around base), ht. 5 5/8, wd. 2 1/4 in.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2006-11-04