Scrimshaw - Tool Handle

Scrimshaw - Tool Handle

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Object Name
Scrimshaw
scrimshaw tool
scrimshaw tool handle
Object Type
scrimshaws
Other Terms
Scrimshaw; Maritime
Physical Description
wood; ivory (handle material)
metal (blade material)
Measurements
overall: 7 1/2 in x 2 in x 1 in; 19.05 cm x 5.08 cm x 2.54 cm
ID Number
1978.0052.02
accession number
1978.0052
catalog number
1978.52.2
Credit Line
From the collection of Dr. and Mrs. Wilbur J. Gould
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Data Source
National Museum of American History
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