THREE SMALL 19TH-CENTURY WHALEBONE FIDS
of typical tapering form, one with shaped head, two drilled with eyes, the largest 6¼in. (16cm.) long; together with an inlaid wooden sailorwork tool of unknown purpose, of tapering form, inset near head with heart and diamond motif, the handle with copper zig zag design -- 20in. (51cm.) long
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Condition Report
Fids: in good overall condition for age, with typical patina and small splits.
Wooden tool: good overall condition.

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