Engraved swordfish rostrum from Borneo - Indonesia
XL Size - Dimensions with base: H99cm
Engraved swordfish rostrum from Borneo - Indonesia
The swordfish (from the Latin Gladius) owes its name to the appearance of its rostrum (or beak), which is similar to a sword blade, and its ability to split water with ease and speed. Swordfish rostrums are traditionally used for weapons in New Guinea.
This one is carved with tribal motifs.
Material: bone
Origin: Borneo - Indonesia
Dimensions with base: H99cm
Base: 10.5x10.5cm
Crustacean: Common Barnacle - Balanus perforatus
Mounted on a round wooden base
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Nautilus pompilius
1 visible chip on the edge: see photos
Pre-CITES Convention Capture - Can only be sold in the European Union - Schengen space
It will be provided a document proving the anteriority of the catch pre-CITES convention
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Pre-CITES Convention Capture - Can only be sold in the European Union - Schengen space
All shells are different - Illustration photo
It will be provided a document proving the anteriority of the catch pre-CITES convention
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Some teeth of the famous comb may be missing
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The sea fan is presented in a thick-bottomed box with curved glass.
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Pre-CITES Convention Capture - Can only be sold in the European Union - Schengen space
All shells are different - Illustration photo
It will be provided a document proving the anteriority of the catch pre-CITES convention
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Total height with base about 44/50cm
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3/4cm
Engraved swordfish rostrum from Borneo - Indonesia
XL Size - Dimensions with base: H99cm
