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What Is a Vintage Whale Bone Scrimshaw Slab – Whaling Ship “William Hill 1851 Arctic” Worth?
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Vintage hand-engraved scrimshaw slab on whale bone featuring the Hull whaleship “William Hill – 1851 – in the Arctic.”
Approx. 8–9 inches. Natural aged patina. No cracks or repairs. Good display condition.
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