Lot 10
North America, Pleistocene Epoch, ca. 1 million to 10,000 years ago. A substantial fossilized tusk fragment, from a mammoth. This impressive relic, once part of the towering proboscideans that roamed Ice Age landscapes, displays a warm earthen tone with a network of surface fissures formed through millennia of mineralization. The tusk retains a natural curvature, its surfaces smoothed by age, while its fractured ends reveal the inner structure of the ivory. Mounted on a custom display stand, the specimen serves as both a striking natural history artifact and a tangible reminder of the megafauna that once dominated the prehistoric world. Size: 23" L x 3.2" W (58.4 cm x 8.1 cm); 9" H (22.9 cm) on included custom stand; along the curve: 26" L (66 cm)
This item is made of or contains mammoth ivory and is classified under the ESA (Endangered Species Act) as an exempt piece. Due to federal and state regulations regarding the sale of ivory, this item cannot be shipped internationally or to individuals residing in the following U.S. states: California, Hawaii, Illinois, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, and Washington. Additionally, buyers are responsible for ensuring that their purchase complies with all local laws and regulations concerning ivory. We guarantee that this piece meets the criteria for an ESA antique exemption under U.S. Federal law, however, we advise buyers to consult with their local authorities to confirm their ability to legally acquire, possess, trade, or sell this item in your state of residence.
PROVENANCE: private Hagar collection, Wildwood, Missouri, USA
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Item #
197537
- Condition: Professionally prepared and stabilized, with polishing to the tip and infill with modern material to the interior of the root and long deep pressure fissures. Some gouges and abrasions. Nice coloration and stable condition with a removable wood base.
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