$1,126
Whalebone and Ivory Yarn Swift, mid-19th century, the turned ivory yarn cup with an inset c. 1829-1837 capped Liberty bust/eagle half dime (date not visible) to center, supported on a turned whalebone shaft with turned barrel-form ivory table clamp, the cup and the clamp inlaid with red and black sealing wax, the expanding whalebone slats joined with cotton string, ht. 21 1/4, dia. (opened) approx. 23 in. Good condition, opens smoothly.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2010-08-15