Title
Whale Tooth
Object Type
Creator
Date
1905-1912
Description
A whale tooth (English, early 20th century) made of sterling silver and ivory. The tooth is hollowed out to form a cup and rests on a base made of a silver band and three bent legs. Along the back of the band is stamped “W. THORNHILL & Co STERLING”.
Cultural Origin
English
Medium
ivory
sterling silver
Extent
3.875" x 3.25"
Collection
Source
Gift of Mrs. Gwendolen E. Rives.
Identifier
PSNC.6648
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