Pre 1972 White Walrus Tusk  05 - Sold 8.12.24

Description

Pre 1972 White Walrus Tusk section, 7 1/2d" long x 2 7/8" x 2 1/4" large end x 2 3/8" x 1 5/8" smaller end. Beautiful solid tusk section, creamy white interior ivory.

Perfect for carving small Lei niho palaoa  (Hawaiian pendant).

For knife handles, jewelry, carving, hooks or great for display!   

We hereby state that which was stated in writing to us:

To the best of my knowledge and belief the white walrus ivory we are selling predates the 1972 Marine Mammal Protection Act, we obtain statements attesting to this when we buy from individuals in the lower 48 states. We do not buy white walrus ivory in/from Alaska.  

This vintage white walrus ivory may have internal cracks within the core (secondary dentine) that do not show on the outside.  If you plan on carving or sawing this ivory and you encounter this do not fill with clear superglue or you will end up with a clear glue line.  You can use ivory shavings with super glue but do not use ivory dust, it will look gray.  The better idea that we highly recommend is order some Starbond White Superglue and Starbond Light Brown Superglue.  (Amazon or Starbond).  Mix a tiny bit of brown into a few drops of white on a piece of waxed paper or plastic until you match the color of the ivory then apply with a toothpick to the crack until the crack is slightly over filled, let dry for a day or two. When dry, it will sand and polish and is amazing. this is particularly effective with secondary dentine (core).

Ships Free in the U.S.for U.S. sales only! 

 

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