9" Fox Engraved Scrimshaw Ox Bone Letter Opener

This antique reproduction letter opener is made from natural, authentic and durable ox bone. It is not a synthetic or manufactured material, so naturally occurring imperfections may be noticeable. This item is etched in USA and sourced from India.

Begun by sailors working on whaling ships out of New England, scrimshaw may be the only art form that originated in America. Sealed with bone powder and epoxy, lacquer-coated and hand-polished. Perfect gift for the office or home. 

Type: Antique reproduction

Size: hand-polished 9" scrimshaw

Design: Engraved fox on one side; Contoured index finger and thumb notches for better grip; Crescent cut-away tip for effectively sliding under sealed envelope flaps.