A few examples of appraisal values for
MANATEE

• (2) SUS SCROFA PRISCUS (WILD
  (2) SUS SCROFA PRISCUS (WILD BOAR) LOWER JAW BONES(lot of 7) Lower jaw bones, Sus scrofa priscus (European wild boar), Pleistocene epoch, accompanied by plexiglass stands, including: (1) forepart of lower jaw with two tusks and seven teeth, approx 2.75"h,4"w, 5"d; (1) right lower jaw with one tusk and three molars, approx 2.75"h, 7"l,1.75"w; (1) Fossilized lower jaw bone fragment with molars, Camelops hesternus (Yesterday's camel), Pleistocene epoch, estimated to be 0.1 to 1.5 million years old, accompanied by plexiglass stand, jaw: approx 5"h, 8.25"w, 1.75"d; Fossilized prehistoric seacow bones, accompanied by two plexiglass stands, including: (1) Trichechus species (manatee) rib, Pleistocene epoch; Metzxytherium floridanus (dougong) bones, Miocene epoch, (one) rib fragment, (one) back of skull with visible brain pan, (one) large vertebra fragment, (one) vertebra ventral spine fragment; largest: approx 2"h, 9"l, 1.75"d; 6.5lbs total *Provenance: From the estate of James Dolan Jr. (1937-2017), Director of Collections at the San Diego Zoo until 2002**
• MOORCROFT POTTERY VASE, MANATEES
  MOORCROFT POTTERY VASE, MANATEES AND DOLPHINSSmall enamel vase featuring manatee and calf and dolphins encircling body. Limited edition 14 of 50. Blue and green coloration; silver tone rim. Numbered on base. Moorcroft backstamp. #dolphins #manatee Issued: 20th c. Dimensions: 3.5"H Manufacturer: Moorcroft Pottery Country of Origin: England
• SWAROVSKI PAPERWEIGHT, MANATEE
  SWAROVSKI PAPERWEIGHT, MANATEE MOTHER AND CALFRound lead crystal paperweight with manatee mother and calf image. Comes with original box. #Swarovski #manatees Issued: 20th c. Dimensions: 2" dia. Country of Origin: Austria Manufacturer: Swarovski Condition: Good.
• SWAROVSKI PAPERWEIGHT, MANATEE
  SWAROVSKI PAPERWEIGHT, MANATEE MOTHER AND CALFRound lead crystal paperweight with manatee mother and calf image. Comes with original box. #Swarovski #manatees Issued: 20th c. Dimensions: 2" dia. Manufacturer: Swarovski Country of Origin: Austria Condition: Good.
• 23PC WOOD CARVED NOAH'S ARK SET,
  23PC WOOD CARVED NOAH'S ARK SET, NOAH, NAAMAH AND ANIMA...Hand crafted and painted ark with 20 animals, Noah and his wife Naamah. Two elephants, two giraffes, two baby giraffes, two rhinoceroses, two manatee, two anteaters, two black bears, two skunks, two gophers and two pigs. Largest animal (giraffe) measures 4.5H. The ark measures 15.5"L x 6"W x 11"H. " Issued: 20th c. Condition: Age related wear.
• TAINO (C. 1000-1500 CE) OWL/HUMAN
  TAINO (C. 1000-1500 CE) OWL/HUMAN TRANSFORMATIONTaino (c. 1000-1500 CE) Owl/Human Transformation. This was probably a shaman's accessory, as owls were shaman allies. Their association with the dark, the place where lost souls and sickness dwell, makes the spirit messengers assigned the task of healing. Made from manatee bone. Provenance: Larry Roberts, author of Taino Sculpture: Art of the Gods. Size: 3.5'' x 2'' x 1'' (9 x 5 x 3 cm).
• TAINO (C. 1000-1500 CE) BIRD
  TAINO (C. 1000-1500 CE) BIRD SNUFFING VESSELTaino (c. 1000-1500 CE) Bird Snuffing Vessel. Cohoba was placed in the cavity in the center and snuffed through a connecting tube at the tail end. Birds were shaman allies and are often portrayed as or on snuffing devices. This piece is made from manatee bone. Provenance: Larry Roberts, author of Taino Sculpture: Art of the Gods. Size: 1.5'' x 5'' x 2'' (4 x 13 x 5 cm).
• EIGHT PIECE DULUTH FISH DECOY
  EIGHT PIECE DULUTH FISH DECOY COMPANY LOT: 1) Manatee Decoy, measures 7.75'' in length, impressed ''DFD'' on the bottom; 2) Miniature Tadpole-like Decoy, 3'' in length, impressed ''DFD'' on the bottom; 3) Turtle Decoy, 4.25'' inches in length, impressed ''DFD'' on the bottom; 4) Miniature Trout Colored Decoy with Metal Rear Tail Fin, 4.75'' in length, impressed ''DFD'' on weighted bottom; 5) Catfish Type Decoy, 5.5'' inches in length, impressed ''DFD'' on the bottom; 6) Sharp-toothed Pike Type Decoy, 5.75'' in length, impressed ''DFD'' on the weighted bottom; 7) Miniature Trout Colored Decoy with Copper Painted Tail, 3'' in length, impressed ''DFD'' on the bottom; 8) Crayfish Type Decoy with Copper Tail and Claws, 5.75'' in length, impressed ''DFD'' on the bottom. CONDITION: 1) Several flecks of paint loss in the tail; 2) Possible chip to the tail and paint loss to the mouth, could be from the distressed nature of the decoys; 7) Tail does show some paint loss; 8) Small paint fleck on the head and one of the claws is missing paint.
• TAINO, FINELY CARVED LIZARD-LIKE
  TAINO, FINELY CARVED LIZARD-LIKE STONE VOMITspatula. Vomit sticks were usually made from manatee ribs or of wood. This rare example is made of metabasalt. There is a central band of symbols resembling an abstract face. Vomit spatulas were used for purging prior to taking cohoba. 7.3" long.
• MANATEE RIVER POTTERY, FLOWER
  MANATEE RIVER POTTERY, FLOWER BOWL W/ FROG, 1910SA flower bowl with center frog decorated with oranges. Measures 2 1/2" high and 7 1/2" in diameter. Stamped faintly on base, but unreadable. Attributed to the Manatee River Pottery, Bradentown, Florida. Circa 1915-1921. Minor surface/edge wear. No significant chips, cracks or damage. From the collection of renowned Florida collector and author, Alfred R. Frankel, MD, and featured in his book “Old Florida Pottery: Potters in Paradise” being “The Collector’s Guide to History, Makers and Marks, 1859-1966.”
• MANATEE RIVER POTTERY, PINECONE
  MANATEE RIVER POTTERY, PINECONE VASE, 1910SA vase with pine cones. Unmarked. Attributed to the Manatee River Pottery, Bradentown, Florida. Circa 1915- 1921. Minor surface/edge wear. No significant chips, cracks or damage. From the collection of renowned Florida collector and author, Alfred R. Frankel, MD, and featured in his book “Old Florida Pottery: Potters in Paradise” being “The Collector’s Guide to History, Makers and Marks, 1859-1966.”
• MANATEE RIVER POTTERY, LOW BOWL,
  MANATEE RIVER POTTERY, LOW BOWL, 1910SA low flower bowl decorated with yellow flowers. Measures 2 1/2 inches high and 9 inches in diameter. Stamped for Manatee River Pottery, Bradentown (Bradenton), Florida. Circa 1915-1921. Minor surface/edge wear. No significant chips, cracks or damage. From the collection of renowned Florida collector and author, Alfred R. Frankel, MD, author of “Old Florida Pottery: Potters in Paradise” being “The Collector’s Guide to History, Makers and Marks, 1859-1966.”
• (5) PIECES FLORIDA ANTIQUE SOUVENIR
  (5) PIECES FLORIDA ANTIQUE SOUVENIR PIECESHere are 5 mixed pieces of Florida small porcelain, all with city name and local picture, done for the souvenir trade, mostly in the early 20th century. Tallest pieces is 4" tall. Included are an alligator vase, cream pitcher (Haven Inn, Sarasota), small mug (Manatee River, Bradenton), teacup (St. James Hotel, Jacksonville), small pitcher (Old City Gate, St. Augustine). No apparent cracks, chips, fleabites or damage on any pieces.
• MANATEE RIVER POTTERY BRADENTON
  MANATEE RIVER POTTERY BRADENTON VASEVintage bottle shape vase with Asian-inspired painting on side of bird and tree. Measures about 6" high. No chips, cracks or damage. From the collection of renowned Florida collector, Alfred R. Frankel, MD, author of “Old Florida Pottery: Potters in Paradise†being “The Collector’s Guide to History, Makers and Marks, 1859-1966.â€
• VINTAGE CARVED MANATEE WALKING
  VINTAGE CARVED MANATEE WALKING STICKMeasures about 39" long. Initials PH near the handle. See images. shipping info This item can be shipped in-house.
• DISNEY MANATEE SIGN METALDisney
  DISNEY MANATEE SIGN METALDisney Wildlife Conservation sign, "Please Watch Out For Manatees". Aluminum sign. Two holes for hanging. Approx. 24-1/2" x 18-1/4". Wear typical for use. See images for more details on condition. shipping info This item will need to be shipped by a packing company of your choice. We maintain a list of reliable shippers, or you may choose your own.
• LOT OF ANIMAL ITEMSLot of 16 animal
  LOT OF ANIMAL ITEMSLot of 16 animal items. Brass cat and fish jewelry dish, brass owl book rack, soapstone carved fish, soapstone carved manatee, stone carved Egyptian cat, small brass owl, malachite hippo, wooden horse with horsehair mane and tail, wooden snake, soapstone containers with monkeys and birds, brass hornbill, brass crocodile, art glass paperweight with duck, porcelain coin holder duck, stone carved chain of elephants and one copper owl sculpture. Book rack: 8 1/4" to expand to 14 1/4" L x 6" W x 4 5/8" H. Manatee broken at tail
• LINDA THOMPSON. "ROUGHAIT,
  LINDA THOMPSON. "ROUGHAIT, MANATEE #4," OIL Oil on board, signed ll, 6 x 4 in., framed.
• THREE POLYNESIAN/OCEANIC ITEMSThree
  THREE POLYNESIAN/OCEANIC ITEMSThree Polynesian/oceanic items, to include a Hawaiian basketry woven fan, 19th c.; a Solomon Islands carved bowl with abalone shell inlays; and a Nicabar Island drum with manatee decoration, 9 1/2" x 9 1/2". Provenance: Fan and bowl: John Dupont collection. Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot. Condition: Good condition. No apparent damages or repairs.
• A yellow LL Bean ‘Manatee’ kayak.
  A yellow LL Bean ‘Manatee’ kayak. 9’4”L Condition: good overall CT Transfer Fee $40
• A LL Bean Manatee DLX100 Kayak. 10’
  A LL Bean Manatee DLX100 Kayak. 10’ L Condition: good CT Transfer Fee $40
• ROBERT WYLAND (B. 1956):
  ROBERT WYLAND (B. 1956): MANATEESRobert Wyland, (B. 1956) Manatees, patinated bronze, mounted to marble base 1990; signed and dated in casting, numbered 7/50 AP patinated bronze, mounted to marble base Dimensions: 15 1/2 x 7 x 6 1/2 in. (39.4 x 17.8 x 16.5 cm.) Condition:
• CARVED STONE MANATEE FIGURECarved
  CARVED STONE MANATEE FIGURECarved Stone Manatee Figure, 1992; signed "Gonyou" and dated Dimensions: 13 x 20 x 11 in. (33 x 50.8 x 27.9 cm.) Condition: With some small chips.
• TAINO BONE PURGING SPATULA. CIRCA
  TAINO BONE PURGING SPATULA. CIRCA 800–1500 AD.The spatula has an anthropic handle and is made from a manatee rib. It is used to induce vomiting prior to ingesting hallucinogens. This was originally found in a creek in the Eastern Dominican Republic, and shows wear from water. 8 1/2" x 1". Age consistent with wear and use. Provenance: From the Alfredo, Carrada collection, Miami Beach and New York. Larry Roberts, author of Taino sculptures, Art of the Gods. Taino hallucinogenic, Implements Inhaling, The Cosmic Dust
• FLORIDA SEMINOLE INDIAN WAR
  FLORIDA SEMINOLE INDIAN WAR DOCUMENTALBERT JAMES HENDRY, Private, Florida Mounted Volunteers, discharge document. PIONEER family, pre-Civil War May 10, 1860. Record of Hillsborough County Florida 3rd Seminole Indian War. Partially printed historical doc signed by Justice of the PeaceJoseph Howell and naming Captain Leroy G. Lesley as his commanding officer, stationed at Fort Meade. A. J. Hendry was one of approx. 700 volunteers from Hernando, Hillsborough, and Manatee counties mustered to help quell the recurrence of hostilities created by Indian Relocation. Verso having the seal for Hillsborough County, FL., with a handwritten statement from Clerk of the Circuit Court, J.M. Hayman, a Reverend who established the First Baptist Church of Tampa. As cattle farmers the pioneer Hendry clan helped establish Fort Myers, Hendry County, areas near Tampa on the Alafia River, and areas near Fort Meade east of the Peace River. Antique Florida ephemera memorabilia. Overall approx. 7-1/2" x 12". Overall wear including toningand spots or staining, folds taped on the verso, some losses on edges and throughout document, folds on corners. See images for more details on condition. shipping info This item can be shipped in-house.
• ROBERT WYLAND MANATEE PORTHOLE
  ROBERT WYLAND MANATEE PORTHOLE SCULPTUREManatee Porthole sculpture by artist Wyland, cast 1999 by Small Planet, cold cast, edition AP 53. Comes with a COA, measures 23 1/2" in diameter. See images for details on condition. shipping info This item will need to be shipped by a packing company of your choice. We maintain a list of reliable shippers, or you may choose your own.
• (26) FLORIDA FARMING PHOTOS,
  (26) FLORIDA FARMING PHOTOS, AFRICAN AMERICANSGroup of 26 photographs of African American fruit farmers and farming related images from the late 19th and early 20th century. All appear to be Florida. Crates in some photos marked "Manatee Fruit Co." with the location listed as Palmetto or PalmHarbor, FL. Varying condition. Some photos have been previously attached to photo album pages and show residual material verso. This item can be shipped in-house.
• 14-KARAT YELLOW-GOLD, DIAMOND AND
  14-KARAT YELLOW-GOLD, DIAMOND AND EMERALD ‘MANATEE’ PENDANT 8.6 DWT; L: 2 IN14-Karat Yellow-Gold, Diamond and Emerald ‘Manatee' Pendant, Main diamond approx .25 carats Dimensions: 8.6 dwt; L: 2 in
• Whale vertebrae carving,
  Whale vertebrae carving, depicting a manatee, bird and man, possible pipe or whistle, having been re-attached to stand, 8-1/4"H, signed by artist Leo Napayok
• PRINT, BETH VAN HOESEN Beth Van
  PRINT, BETH VAN HOESEN Beth Van Hoesen (American, 1926-2010), "Manatee," 1988, etching with aquatint in colors, pencil signed and dated lower right, titled lower left, edition 18/50, image: 9.5"h x 12"w, overall (with frame): 19"h x 20.5"w
• PRINT, BETH VAN HOESEN Beth van
  PRINT, BETH VAN HOESEN Beth van Hoesen (American, 1926-2010), "Manatee," 1988, etching in colors, pencil signed, titled, and dated lower margin, edition 22/50, plate: 9.5"h x 12"w, overall (with frame): 19.5"h x 21"w
• ENGRAVING OF SEALS AND MANATEE, CA.
  ENGRAVING OF SEALS AND MANATEE, CA. 1885, PLATEXXVIII, FROM NATURAL HISTORY OF THE ANIMAL KINGDOM BY DR. GOTTHILF HEINRICH VON SHUBERT. GLAZED AND FRAMED IN A BURL WALNUT VENEER FRAME. SIGHT SIZE 14 3/4" X 11 1/2", OVERALL 19 1/4" X 16". GOOD CONDITION, CREASE DOWN CENTER.
• RARE TAINO ANTHROPIC SHELL
  RARE TAINO ANTHROPIC SHELL PURGING SPATULA.Vomit sticks are traditionally made of manatee ribs or wood. Figure appears to be sitting with hands on knees, looking forward. A typical pose for a shaman in a yopo trance. Nice soft finish to polish from ceremonial handling. Made from the columella of a conch shell. Length 8". Provenance: Larry Roberts Collection, author of Taino Hallucinogenic Implements Inhaling the Cosmic Dust. Purchased from a private Atlanta collection. Pre-Colombian. Caribbean.
• TAINO MANATEE BONE PESTLE FORM
  TAINO MANATEE BONE PESTLE FORM FEATURINGanthropomorphic figure on top. Two symbolic bands are engraved around shaft. Manatees were the only large animals in the Antilles and a primary source of protein and carving media. Length 4.01". Provenance: Purchased at Tampa Fairgrounds Antique show. Larry Roberts Collection, author of Taino Hallucinogenic Implements Inhaling the Cosmic Dust. Pre-Colombian. Caribbean.
• TAMPA TROPHY FISH POSTCARDS,
  TAMPA TROPHY FISH POSTCARDS, TARPON, JEWFISH (14)Fourteen color postcards showing giant salt-water fish caught in the St. Petersburg to Fort Myers area -- 660 lb. sawfish; 240 lb. Tarpon, 262 lb. Jewfish etc. One manatee photo crept in. (7) cards posted, 7 unposted. All fine condition.
• MANATEE RIVER POTTERY, FLORIDA
  MANATEE RIVER POTTERY, FLORIDA DUNES, DOGS, 1910SA large vase decorated with Florida dunes and hunting dogs. Unmarked. Attributed to Manatee River Pottery Bradentown, Florida. Circa 1915-1921. Minor surface/edge wear. Repaired base rim chip. From the collection of renowned Florida collector and author, Alfred R. Frankel, MD, and featured in his book “Old Florida Pottery: Potters in Paradise” being “The Collector’s Guide to History, Makers and Marks, 1859-1966.”