Carved and Scrimshawed Antique Walrus Tusk, 19th Century, the length of the tusk carved overall with vines and serpent. Scrimshawed phrase: Carved during interment on board USS Prison Ship San Francisco. Grounded. Awaiting the rains. Orlando. Florida. May 1885. When I die I’ll go to Heaven. Because I spent my time in HELL. **Note: This item is not available for International Delivery.

Length 18 in.

Provenance: The John M. Deciccio Collection, Nantucket Island, Massachusetts