North American Auction Company
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Early American Frontier & Antique Auction

Sat, Aug 25, 2018 12:00PM EDT
Lot 250A

Ancient Scrimshaw Wooly Mammoth Tusk

Estimate: $200 - $400

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $5
$50 $10
$100 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$25,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000
Included in this lot for your consideration is an ancient wooly mammoth scrimshaw tusk. The tusk is fossilized, and sits on a tusk base. The scrimshaw art work depicts a sailing ship, and shows very fine detail in craftsmanship. The piece is signed on the back "M. Scott". Overall, the piece shows very good condition. The piece measures 4 3/4" tall, and 2 1/8" wide, and 1 1/2" deep at the base.

Condition

For a complete representation of condition and for additional images please call 800-686-4216. It is the buyer۪s responsibility to view each image and preview the item to determine condition.