Ship HELEN sailed our of New Bedford, Mass. 1840-1848. President John Kennedy had two teeth by the same artisan in his collection, as pictured on pages 87-88 of his book, "Scrimshaw Collector". Although the pictures say sold, this piece is available.

Carved fist base clamp.

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