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W 1721

Serpent Motif Crimper
Description

SCRIMSHAW PIE CRIMPER with handle carved in classic serpent motif. Rear portion of handle made from walrus ivory while front section and wheel arms appear to be whale ivory. Handle joined together using 5 alternating baleen and whale ivory spacers. Length 6 3/4". Diameter of serrated wheel 2". Condition very good noting that one wheel arm is mended but done so using the original piece. Circa 1840.

Sales price: $2,875.00
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John F. Rinaldi

107 Ocean Avenue
PO Box 765
Kennebunkport, Maine 04046

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