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.
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.
“Wise Old Walrus” black and white scrimshaw on ancient mammoth tusk ivory bark by Ray Peters. Beachmaster walrus has a “been there, done that” look as he surveys his domain, especially his female harem. Really like the way Peters used the natural whites at the bottom to create a rocky effect. Not the usual subject matter for Peters, but he flat nailed it. The outer bark of the ivory creates a natural frame for the piece.
“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. . Tips hand carved from ancient mammoth tusk ivory. Braided leather 22″ long, including hand carved tips. Excellent for both men and women.