Lot 89
Prehistoric Mammoth Fossilized Ivory Tusk Fragment
Prehistoric Mammoth Fossilized Ivory Tusk Fragment
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North America, Alaska, Pleistocene (Ice Age), ca. 200,000 to 10,000 years ago. A substantial section of a fossilized proboscidean tusk, likely from a woolly mammoth (Mammuthus primigenius) or mastodon (Mammut americanum). This impressive specimen displays the classic natural curvature of the tusk, its surface showing the distinctive growth striations and cross-hatched grain pattern that form as dentin mineralizes over millennia. The root end reveals the internal structure, with rich organic patination and a hollow core, while the opposite tip has been rounded off and infilled for stabilization purposes. Size along curve: 23" L x 2.75" W (58.4 cm x 7 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. We guarantee this ivory is over 100 years old.
Provenance: private Hagar collection, Wildwood, Missouri, USA
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- Condition: Professionally prepared and stabilized. Stable pressure fissures and splitting to the root end due to fossilization, but stabilized with clear coating. Small area of infill to the tip with infill and white overpainting to stabilize the tusk.
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