Scarce whale bone tub / planter, 19thc., constructed with multiple staves, exterior with very faint scrimshaw Zodiac symbols, interior with planetary detail, metal bound, scrolled handles with cut-out hearts, removable tin liner, small loss to one handle, approx 8"h, 10"w, 8.5"d, 4lbs Start Price: $1000.00

In my opinion regarding LOT: 1421- Please find your requested UV images attached, as listed, scrimshaw work is faint, there is a small loss to one handle, as well as some small losses, wear and patination/oxidation to metal, see images

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