Description

Massive Authentic Vintage Sperm Whale Tooth – Cheynes Beach Whaling Station Provenance | Circa 1960s | 655g

An exceptional opportunity to acquire a massive authentic 655g vintage Sperm Whale tooth originating from the renowned Cheynes Beach Whaling Station in Western Australia. This impressive 655g vintage Sperm Whale tooth specimen comes from the personal collection of a former worker at the station and dates to the 1960s, prior to international trade restrictions, making it a highly desirable piece of maritime and whaling history.

Weighing an impressive 655 grams (1.44 lbs), this is a substantial, 100% solid sperm whale tooth with the classic sweeping curvature characteristic of mature bull sperm whales. Measuring approximately 8¾ inches (22 cm) in length and 3½ inches (9 cm) at its widest point, it has remarkable presence whether displayed in a maritime collection or preserved as an investment-grade natural history specimen.

This 655g vintage Sperm Whale tooth exhibits a beautiful warm ivory patina developed over decades, with natural growth striations and age-related surface character that attest to its authenticity. The base remains in its natural state, showing the original pulp cavity, while the crown is well preserved with only minor age-related wear. It has never been scrimshawed, offering an increasingly rare blank canvas for traditional scrimshaw artists or collectors who appreciate untouched examples.

Large, genuine sperm whale teeth of this size have become increasingly scarce on the market, particularly those with documented provenance linking them to the historic Cheynes Beach Whaling Station—the last operating whaling station in Australia before its closure in 1978.

Specifications

• Species: Sperm Whale (Physeter macrocephalus)
• Era: Circa 1960s
• Provenance: From the collection of a former worker at the Cheynes Beach Whaling Station, Western Australia
• Material: 100% Genuine Solid Sperm Whale Tooth
• Weight: 655 grams (1.44 lbs)
• Length: Approximately 8¾ inches (22 cm)
• Width: Approximately 3½ inches (9 cm)
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with natural aging, attractive ivory patina, and minor surface marks consistent with age. Natural open base with no evidence of restoration.

Highlights

• Authentic vintage sperm whale tooth
• Exceptional large display size
• Rare provenance from the historic Cheynes Beach Whaling Station
• Beautiful natural ivory coloration and grain
• Untouched surface—ideal for collectors or traditional scrimshaw artists
• Increasingly scarce example of a large, genuine whale tooth

This remarkable 655g vintage Sperm Whale tooth specimen represents an important piece of Australia’s maritime heritage and the history of the Southern Ocean whaling industry. With its substantial size, documented provenance, and outstanding natural character, it is a museum-quality collectible that will appeal to serious collectors of maritime antiques, natural history artifacts, and vintage scrimshaw materials.

Please Note: This 655g vintage Sperm Whale tooth is offered as a vintage collectible. Buyers are responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable local, state, federal, and international laws regarding ownership, sale, and transport of marine mammal artifacts.