Handmade sterling silver cufflinks of ancient walrus tusk ivory by Jenkins. Stunning color in these cufflinks. The ivory is from the center of the tusk, similar to the marrow in a bone. Color is the result of minerals that have been absorbed into the tusk for hundreds and hundreds of years. Not much of this color left today. These are obviously, a one of a kind.
Ancient Walrus Tusk Carving – Wolf and Cub created by unknown artist, this excellent carving captures the protective mother shielding her cub with her left paw. Very nicely done, indeed. Note the way has been smoothly polished, given the impression of snow.
Handmade sterling silver cufflinks with ancient walrus tusk ivory by Jim Jenkins. Stunning color in these cufflinks. The ivory is from the center of the tusk, similar to the marrow in a bone. Color is the result of minerals that have been absorbed into the tusk for hundreds and hundreds of years. Not much of this color left today. These are obviously, a one of a kind.
Handmade sterling silver cufflinks with ancient walrus tusk ivory by Jim Jenkins. Stunning color in these cufflinks. The ivory is from the center of the tusk, similar to the marrow in a bone. Color is the result of minerals that have been absorbed into the tusk for hundreds and hundreds of years. Not much of this color left today. These are obviously, a one of a kind.
Handmade sterling silver cufflinks with ancient walrus tusk ivory by Jim Jenkins. Stunning color in these cufflinks. The ivory is from the center of the tusk, similar to the marrow in a bone. Color is the result of minerals that have been absorbed into the tusk for hundreds and hundreds of years. Not much of this color left today. These are obviously, a one of a kind.
Handmade sterling silver cufflinks with ancient walrus tusk ivory by Jim Jenkins. Stunning color in these cufflinks. The ivory is from the center of the tusk, similar to the marrow in a bone. Color is the result of minerals that have been absorbed into the tusk for hundreds and hundreds of years. Not much of this color left today. These are obviously, a one of a kind.
Handmade sterling silver cufflinks with ancient walrus tusk ivory by Jim Jenkins. Stunning color in these cufflinks. The ivory is from the center of the tusk, similar to the marrow in a bone. Color is the result of minerals that have been absorbed into the tusk for hundreds and hundreds of years. Not much of this color left today. These are obviously, a one of a kind.
“Fossil Walrus Ivory Bolo” handmade by master silversmith Jenkins using ancient walrus ivory tusk cross section. Marvelous color in the ivory is the result of minerals that have been absorbed into the tusk over hundreds of years. Sterling silver, of course. Tips hand carved from ancient mammoth tusk ivory. Braided leather 22″ long, including hand carved tips. Excellent for both men and women.
“Walrus Family Gathering” detailed carving of large walrus family by talented unknown carver on ancient walrus tusk ivory. Stunning color in the ancient walrus ivory, the result of minerals absorbed over hundreds of years. This was done on the center core of the tusk, the most difficult part of the tusk to use. Note the two little guys on end. Nice touch.
“Beachmaster Walrus” created by talented unknown carver on ancient walrus tusk ivory. Huge walrus rules the entire beach, scaring off competitors. The. carver has captured the strength of the beachmaster, Nice detail with the rocks on the beach under the walrus and the texture of the walrus skin. Beautifully done.