Narwhal Tooth - Monodon monoceros - from Greenland with proof of legal origin - 230.3 cm - 8 cm - 8 cm- pre-CITES (ie pre-1947) - (1)

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Description from the seller

Here is a magnificent Narwhal tusk measuring 230.3 cm with a weight of 5.6 kg, very straight and regular, it was purchased in Denmark. Attached is the solemn declaration on honor signed by Johannes Kristiansen, the translation of which is:

I hereby declare that the narwhal tooth was brought back from Greenland by the current owner's family.
in 1942.

The photos were taken in 2 series: 0° and 180° by sections along the entire length.
This tooth is ready for shipment; removal or extraction is in Rennes (France).
It will be carefully wrapped and padded with bubble wrap and placed in its screwed wooden box.

For non-continental destinations, including islands and overseas territories, additional fees may apply.
Authorized for sale only within the European Union.

Here is a magnificent Narwhal tusk measuring 230.3 cm with a weight of 5.6 kg, very straight and regular, it was purchased in Denmark. Attached is the solemn declaration on honor signed by Johannes Kristiansen, the translation of which is:

I hereby declare that the narwhal tooth was brought back from Greenland by the current owner's family.
in 1942.

The photos were taken in 2 series: 0° and 180° by sections along the entire length.
This tooth is ready for shipment; removal or extraction is in Rennes (France).
It will be carefully wrapped and padded with bubble wrap and placed in its screwed wooden box.

For non-continental destinations, including islands and overseas territories, additional fees may apply.
Authorized for sale only within the European Union.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Specimen
Narwhal
Scientific Name
Monodon monoceros - from Greenland with proof of legal origin
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Denmark
CITES relevancy
pre-CITES (ie pre-1947)
Condition
Good condition
Year
1942
Weight
5.6 kg
Depth
8 cm
Height
230.3 cm
Width
8 cm
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