Harpoon s & Other Whalecraft Book ~ Scrimshaw, Toggle

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Rarely have we read a book that could potentially save the collector $1000s by clearly illustrating authentic antiques to help the reader from getting stuck with unwanted, undeclared reproductions.Harpoons and Other Whalecraft by Thomas Lytle and published by the Old Dartmouth Historical Society of New Bedford, Massachusetts 256 pp.; second edition. This is the acclaimed richly illustrated bible of whalecraft. Harpoons, Lances, Spades, Knives and all other implements used in the whaling industry of the 18th through 20th century are fully detailed. Book charts the development of the harpoon and other whalecraft from Europe to the whaling centers of Nantucket and New Bedford. As a historical reference book it showcases a biographical section of whalecraft manufacturers in New Bedford and Fairhaven, US Patents for Whaling Implements, a whalecraft glossary, and an illustrated catalog of the whalecraft collection at the New Bedford Whaling Museum. Condition is new. Please note: book was published without a dustjacket. FAQsPlease email any questions before bidding via eBay's 'Contact Seller' link.Please Do Not Pre-pay. Seller Will Send Invoice directly to Buyer following auction's end.Seller will combine shipments where possible to save on shipping costs.We give a 100% unconditional, 14 day, bid price guarantee if item returned as shipped. read more

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