Comet

Mediumpolymer

Dimensions6 1/4 in. (15.9 cm)

Donor credit lineKendall Whaling Museum Collection Transfer

Object number2001.100.3615

Institutional Credit LineCourtesy of the New Bedford Whaling Museum

DescriptionSynthetic tooth with a patriotic device, USA flags, harpoon, and 6 cannonballs, labeled "THE COMET" and "1831"; spouting sperm whale and harpoons; and a mystic eye at the point; signed "D. Hart." Verso: Port-side view of a full-rigged ship, initials "J.A.S." (S.M. Frank, Fakeshaw #22a and 22b)

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