Two Scrimshaw-decorated Whalebone Razors

Description:

Two Scrimshaw-decorated Whalebone Razors, 19th century, one with handle engraved with an image of a sailing ship and flowers on one panel and the other side with a whale and the name "JOSIAH LANE" on ribbons; the second razor with handle engraved with the figure of a man in uniform and crossed flags, lg. 6 in.
Estimate $400-600


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