Hi Jonathan, Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry. Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is: Two molded and carved resin scrimshaw whale's teeth In the manner of 19th Century American examples, one depicting "My Love Jayne" on one side, the an arctic whaleship on the reverse; the other tooth with a date 1840 and initials JHA, depicting on one side the ship Albatross, on the verso the steamer Thrasher. each 6 1/4 inches long CONDITION: appear to be in good condition PROVENANCE: inherited $200-300 each or $400-600 for the pair* *represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary. Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, and thank you again for using Mearto.
