RARE 18TH C SAILOR SCRIMSHAW CARVED COCONUT FLASK TREEN

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THIS ITEM WILL BE POSTED FROM LONDON, UK. RARE 18TH C SAILOR SCRIMSHAW CARVED COCONUT FLASK TREEN I have a good number of interesting antiques for sale this week including some other fine examples of coconut and coquilla nut carving and prisoner of war work so please have a look at my other auctions. Before I get complaints, I know that this isn't strictly speaking treen (as it is made from coconut and not wood) but I think it might appeal to the treen collector as well. This sailor scrimshawed coconut is one of the finest and earliest I have had. I would date it to the 18th Century and although it has been damaged in the past the deep black patina to the shell and the fantastic depth of design, the inn with "Joly Salor" carved into the sign and the lions flanking it, make it a very rare and interesting example. A great piece for the collector of scrimshaw, folk art and coconut carving alike it is offered at a very low start price and with no reserve. Please read down the entire listing for Dimensions, Condition, Postage & Payment Details - most of the information you will need is on this page but please get in touch if you don't find what you are looking for. Condition & Dimensions The rear end has been off at some stage in the past and reglued. T is also a fine hairline split running through the eye of the bugbear's face down the middle of the nut otherwise it looks great as the photos show. It is quite a large example at about 4.7" / 12cms long and it has a maximum diameter of about 3.75" / 9.5cms. Album Album Album Album Album Album Album Album Over 100,000,000 served. Get FREE counters from Vendio today! More than just a pretty picture. Try Vendio Image Hosting. Postage & Packing For your peace of mind and mine items will be sent fully insured unless otherwise requested. I will be posting from WEDNESDAY 6TH AUGUST to TUESDAY 12TH AUGUST so payment must be received by MONDAY 11TH AUGUST. PLEASE be a little patient with the post as I have a lot of pieces to post and I work alone - I will get them posted asap but I do pack carefully! UK: 1st Class Recorded Delivery (insured to £36): $7.32 USD. UK: Special Delivery: $12.10 USD. Europe: $14.02 USD. - Royal Mail Signed For Airmail (£36 insurance).To insure this item over £36 please add on $4.40 extra insurance. U.S. and Rest Of World: $16.74 USD. - Royal Mail Signed For Airmail (£36 insurance). To insure this item over £36 please add on $4.40 extra insurance. W possible I will of course combine shipping for multiple purchases (however if, for example, you win a walking stick and a box of some description this wouldn't be very practical!). Please enquire with postage queries, requirements or any other questions you may have prior to bidding. Payment Details (Important: Please Read) UK: I prefer PayPal. I also accept cheques, postal orders and money orders. If paying by cheque I will use an exchange rate on the day of the auction end and invoice you with the Sterling total. Rest Of The World: Please note that I accept payment via PayPal only unless you are a holder of a UK Sterling bank account. If you intend to pay by any other means PLEASE CONTACT ME BEFORE BIDDING. In the event of a recorded/traceable and insured item going missing in the post I will do everything in my power (provide proof of postage and evidence of value, etc.) to assist in obtaining a full refund from the postal service involved however I am afraid that I will not be held directly responsible for the loss. Finally, thank you for taking a look at my auction and please have a look at the other antiques I am auctioning this week including two fine Japanese Kobe toys; an unusual Native American beadwork glengarry; a... read more

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