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Pair of statues I think ivory

Description

Bought at house sale . Was told she thought they were  old ivory she thought . Saw many on line that were ivory .12 in high no markings on bottom .weigh a out 2-3 pounds each .mint cond.

Category Asian Art
Medium Think old ivory
Distinguishing marks No
Condition Mint
Size and dimensions of this item 12 in. High
Date Period ?
Weight 2-3 lbs.
History Was brought from china many years ago
Price Paid (If known) 50.00 pair
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Lovejoy 🎯 Collector 11 years ago

It's very hard to tell synthetic ivory from the genuine article withour very detailed images. There is a test you can do, simply heat a needle red hot and stick it in the bottom/underside of the piece, it the surface melts and smells like plastic it's an ivory resin and not true ivory.

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