Description

CITES Approved Pre-Ban Pair of Sperm Whale Teeth – Genuine Vintage Collector Specimens

This exceptional pair of CITES-approved pre-ban sperm whale teeth represents a rare opportunity to acquire two authentic vintage specimens from one of the world’s most iconic marine mammals. Beautifully matched in size and form, these natural whale teeth display the classic curved profile, smooth ivory surfaces, and rich cream-to-honey coloration that make genuine sperm whale teeth highly desirable among collectors, museums, and scrimshaw artists.

Each tooth exhibits its own unique character developed through decades of natural aging. The larger tooth features a graceful elongated curve with a creamy ivory patina and subtle natural grain, while the companion tooth displays a warmer golden hue with a beautifully polished surface and a naturally weathered root cavity. Together these Pair of Sperm Whale Teeth create an impressive display and offer excellent material for collectors or fine scrimshaw work.

These Pair of Sperm Whale Teeth are 100% solid natural sperm whale teeth, not reproductions, composites, or restored pieces. Their authentic patina, natural growth lines, and age-related characteristics enhance both their historical significance and visual appeal.

Supplied with the appropriate CITES documentation, these genuine pre-ban specimens may be legally owned in many jurisdictions and shipped internationally where permitted by applicable wildlife regulations.

Specifications

Large Tooth

• Species: Sperm Whale (Physeter macrocephalus)
• Status: Genuine Pre-Ban Specimen
• Length: Approximately 8 inches (20.3 cm)
• Maximum Width: Approximately 2¾ inches (7 cm)
• Weight: Approximately 2.1 lbs (950 g)

Companion Tooth

• Species: Sperm Whale (Physeter macrocephalus)
• Status: Genuine Pre-Ban Specimen
• Length: Approximately 6¼ inches (15.9 cm)
• Maximum Width: Approximately 2¼ inches (5.7 cm)
• Weight: Approximately 1.2 lbs (545 g)

Included

• Genuine matching pair of vintage sperm whale teeth
• CITES documentation for legal ownership and eligible international shipment
• Carefully packaged for safe worldwide delivery

Condition

Both teeth are in excellent vintage condition, displaying attractive natural patinas with expected age-related wear. The larger tooth has a smooth, creamy finish with subtle grain patterns, while the smaller tooth exhibits a deeper honey-colored crown and natural root cavity. Neither specimen has been artificially coloured or reconstructed, preserving their originality and collector value.

Whether displayed together in a maritime collection, featured in a museum exhibit, or reserved as premium scrimshaw blanks, this impressive Pair of Sperm Whale Teeth offers a rare combination of authenticity, historical significance, and visual beauty. As legally documented pre-ban whale ivory becomes increasingly scarce, matched pairs of this quality are seldom offered on the market.

Please Note: These Pair of Sperm Whale Teeth specimens include the appropriate CITES documentation. International shipping is available only where permitted by the wildlife import regulations of the destination country. Buyers are responsible for ensuring compliance with all local laws and import requirements.