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Narwhal Tusk, Monodon monoceros

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Narwhal Tusk, Monodon monoceros
<B>Narwhal Tusk</B></I><BR><I>Monodon monoceros</B></I><BR>Early Twentieth Century<BR>Marine ivory tusk, burl wood<BR>67 inches tall<BR>The narwhal tusk was once thought to be the horn of the mythical unicorn during the middle ages. It is in fact a spiral shaped tooth, which is typically only possessed by the males of the species, growing between five and ten feet in length. This specimen is attractively displayed on a burl wood base. <B>Condition Report:</B> Normal signs of wear as appropriate with age, rough spots, and minor fissures.<BR><BR><b>Shipping:</b> Requires 3rd Party Shipping (<a target="_blank" href="http://www.heritageauctions.com/common/shipping.php">view shipping information</a>)