Eskimo Scrimshawed Faux Pocket Watch and Fob Chain, circa 1910, possibly by Happy Jack, fashioned of walrus ivory Roman numerals and hands with second hand, two sections of oblong chain. Diameter 1 ¼ in.
Reference: Similar example may be found in “Ingenious Contrivances, Curiously Carved/Scrimshaw in the New Bedford Whaling Museum,” by Stuart Frank, Published by David Godine in Association with the New Bedford Whaling Museum 2012 pg 299.
SOLD FOR $1,680

Scrimshawed and Polychromed Sperm Whale Tooth, mid-19th century, No. 1 engraved at the tip, the obverse engraved with a standing female wearing headdress and cape holding a red polychrome British flag with a seated lion at her side; the reverse depicts a steam engine sidewheeler in a stiff breeze flying British colors; above is a sunburst with “Hope” banner above an anchor. Height 5 in.
SOLD FOR $1,800