A few examples of appraisal values for
IVORY PIPE

• 20TH C. HAIDA / TLINGIT INLAID WALRUS
  20TH C. HAIDA / TLINGIT INLAID WALRUS TUSK IVORY PIPENative American, Pacific Northwest Coast, United States or Canada, Kwakiutl, Tlingit or Haida people, ca. mid-20th century CE. A large and intricate walrus ivory pipe made from 2 pieces, a flared receptacle bowl and a lengthy stem inlaid with nacre. The front of the stem depicts a mythical sea monster known as a sisiutl, with a tongue flicking out and curling over the snout- conveniently forming a suspension loop. Behind the sisiutl is another zoomorphic head, perhaps an otter or bear with a smaller tongue and a pair of horns or ears. The eyes and nostrils of the sisiutl and other animal are inlaid with large panels of shimmering nacre. Size: 9.5" L x 0.8" W x 3.25" H (24.1 cm x 2 cm x 8.3 cm) This is an ESA antique exempt piece of ivory and cannot be sold internationally or to anyone residing in the states of California, Hawaii, Illinois, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, and Washington. We guarantee that the piece was made prior to 1972. Provenance: private Brevard, North Carolina, USA collection All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. PLEASE NOTE: Due to recent increases of shipments being seized by Australian & German customs (even for items with pre-UNESCO provenance), we will no longer ship most antiquities and ancient Chinese art to Australia & Germany. For categories of items that are acceptable to ship to Australia or Germany, please contact us directly or work with your local customs brokerage firm. Display stands not described as included/custom in the item description are for photography purposes only and will not be included with the item upon shipping. #171003 Condition: Red residue from label on side. Natural striations and dark brown patina. A few minor surface nicks, otherwise intact and excellent.
• 20TH C. HAIDA / TLINGIT WALRUS TUSK
  20TH C. HAIDA / TLINGIT WALRUS TUSK PIPE NACRE INLAY**Originally Listed At $2000** Native American, Pacific Northwest Coast, United States or Canada, Kwakiutl, Tlingit or Haida people, ca. mid-20th century CE. A large and intricate walrus ivory pipe made from 2 pieces, a flared receptacle bowl and a lengthy stem inlaid with nacre. The front of the stem depicts a mythical sea monster known as a sisiutl, with a tongue flicking out and curling over the snout- conveniently forming a suspension loop. Behind the sisiutl is another zoomorphic head, perhaps an otter or bear with a smaller tongue and a pair of horns or ears. The eyes and nostrils of the sisiutl and other animal are inlaid with large panels of shimmering nacre. Size: 9.5" L x 0.8" W x 3.25" H (24.1 cm x 2 cm x 8.3 cm) This is an ESA antique exempt piece of ivory and cannot be sold internationally or to anyone residing in the states of California, Hawaii, Illinois, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, and Washington. We guarantee that the piece was made prior to 1972. IMPORTANT NOTE: This item falls under the Safeguard Tribal Objects of Patrimony Act and is not eligible for international shipping. Native American, Alaska Native, & Native Hawaiian objects are only eligible to ship within the United States. Provenance: private Brevard, North Carolina, USA collection All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #171003 Condition: Red residue from label on side. Natural striations and dark brown patina. A few minor surface nicks, otherwise intact and excellent.
• WHALE IVORY PIPE TAMP OR DOCUMENT SEAL
  WHALE IVORY PIPE TAMP OR DOCUMENT SEAL 19TH CENTURY LENGTH 2".WHALE IVORY PIPE TAMP OR DOCUMENT SEAL, 19th Century, Beautifully turned knop and stem. Brass end. Dimensions: Length 2". Provenance: Purchased in Kennebunkport, Maine, 1993.A Rhode Island Private Collection.
• INUIT IVORY PIPE - 19th c Eskimo Carved
  INUIT IVORY PIPE - 19th c Eskimo Carved and Scrimshawn Walrus Tusk Smoking Pipe with inlaid baleen banding and drill decoration on flattened sides two small full-bodied seals on top approaching man's-head bowl half body walrus applied to end 10 1/4'' l
• Scrimshaw Pipe 19th century. A walrus
  Scrimshaw Pipe 19th century. A walrus ivory pipe in the shape of a penis probably made by a sailor; lg. 6.5 in. International shipping is not available for this item. This item will only be shipped within the United States.
• Four English Gadget Canes 19th c. including
  Four English Gadget Canes 19th c. including a bamboo shaft with carved ivory cricket cage; a cane with part of a carved ivory pipe; a "briefcase" cane with bone handle that breaks down into five segments and an ivory-handled walking stick with an inset silver cartouche engraved "June 1st/1843".
• A Signed Carved Ivory 14k Gold and Silver
  A Signed Carved Ivory 14k Gold and Silver Smoking Pipe in Presentation box by Tsuge Pipe Company Japan Octagonal slightly bulbous shape ivory pipe bowl tapered cylindrical holder and flattened mouth piece; 14k pink gold band silver insert; three sides hand carved in relief depicting deities with applied polychrome pigments to emphasize details. Signed underneath. Offered with presentation box with hinged lid and silk fitted liner; printed in gold "Finest Grade Ivory Pipe Japan" and "Tsuge. Co." under the lid. Pipe measures apprx. 1-1/2"T x 1-1/4"W x 6"L and box apprx. 1-7/8"T x 7-1/2"T x 3-1/4"W.
• CARVED PIPE. Ivory pipe having a heavily
  CARVED PIPE. Ivory pipe having a heavily carved and decorated stem. Mouthpiece is held by a carved ivory hand. A snake coils around the middle of the pipe stem. Base of pipe bowl is decorated with a shell motif. 11'' l. Mouthpiece detaches from stem. Stem detaches from pipe bowl. Signs of use. Surface wear and soiling. Scratches.
• Scrimshaw rattlesnake decorated whale's
  Scrimshaw rattlesnake decorated whale's tooth pipe rest, and a carved ivory pipe pipe rest - inscribed "RPALOZOLA," 1 in. H., 4 1/4 x 2 3/4 in.; pipe - 5 3/4 in. L.
• Three Continental carved ivory pipes
  Three Continental carved ivory pipes 1) meerschaum skull in hand form pipe bowl, 5 1/8 in. L.; 2) meerschaum bird head with dog in scenic decoration underneath, 3 1/2 in. L.; 3) miniature pipe - 2 5/8 in. L.