Manufacturer

Unidentified maker

Material

other

Dimensions

Overall: 6 3/4 x 3 1/2 x 2 3/4 in. ( 17.1 x 8.9 x 7 cm )

Creation Date

circa 1830 – 1870

Description

Scoop made from hollow coconut shell with carved Sperm Whale's tooth handle attached to scoop with iron pins.

Provenance

Gift of Mrs. Rutherford Oakes Ainslie

Kitchen Artifact ID

1943.45