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Eskimo Needle Case and Walrus Ivory Handle, 19th century, the bone needle case with incised designs and wood stoppers at either end which are fashioned into the head and tail of a fish, the handle has one end in the form of a walrus, with inlay eyes and nose, lg. 6 3/4 and 5 1/4 in. Estimate $500-700 Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.


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Date:
2019-05-18

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