Ivory Gavel with Ebony Handle

Ivory Gavel with Ebony Handle
c. 1880s
10.25 inches long, 2.25 inches head
$450
Of typical form, the gavel head nicely turned with incised black circles on the hammer ends, the ebony handle with numerous ring turnings ending in acorn finial.

Condition: Gavel very good with the usual light wear. Ivory with some mellowing color, somewhat irregular, and slight shrinkage. Some minor small chips on handle.

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