EXCEPTIONAL AND RARE MASONIC SCRIMSHAW DECORATED WHALE’S TOOTH SNUFF BOTTLE.

Mid-late 19th century American. The elaborately decorated tooth with numerous Masonic symbols, swags, dot centered circles and compass legend. Additionally scrimmed with “BJ”. The tooth fitted with a tiger maple incised end cap, the opposing end with turned ebony or rosewood fill spout, plug absent. SIZE: 5″ l. CONDITION: With undisturbed and fine patina, in excellent untouched original condition. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Please read the Conditions of Sale, section 15, for more information regarding the Endangered Species Act, and your responsibilities as a buyer. 52738-31 (1,500-3,000) ESA – Lot 2210

Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques - Winter 2018

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2210	$4,537.50	EXCEPTIONAL AND RARE MASONIC SCRIMSHAW DECORATED WHALE’S TOOTH SNUFF BOTTLE. Mid-late 19th century American. The elaborately decorated tooth with numerous Masonic symbols, swags, dot centered circles and compass legend. Additionally scrimmed with “BJ”. The tooth fitted with a tiger maple incised end cap, the opposing end with turned ebony or rosewood fill spout, plug absent. SIZE: 5″ l. CONDITION: With undisturbed and fine patina, in excellent untouched original condition. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Please read the Conditions of Sale, section 15, for more information regarding the Endangered Species Act, and your responsibilities as a buyer. 52738-31 (1,500-3,000) ESA – Lot 2210 Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques - Winter 2018 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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EXCEPTIONAL AND RARE MASONIC SCRIMSHAW DECORATED WHALE’S TOOTH SNUFF BOTTLE.