#76 • Walrus Tusk & Baleen Carved Necklace & Bracelet Set

Part of June 2024 Premier Auction (live auction by Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals)

High bid $850.00

Status: Sold

Category: Jewelry

A splendid mid 20th century necklace with central walrus tusk tile featuring a growling polar bear, accented by ten alternating baleen and eight tusk tiles, the latter carved in relief with a musher and sled dog team. The necklace finishes with six additional elongated baleen tiles and a dozen round tusk beads; a tusk barrel clasp provides closure. A matching stretch bracelet features a half dozen each of baleen tiles and tusk tiles with carved husky dogs.