Large Pair of Ivory Elephant Tusks 1950s Pre Ban Start Price USD 7,000.00 Current Price USD 10,600.00 Time Left - Bid Count 13 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Sunday, November 30, 2008 End Time Wednesday, December 10, 2008 Location Milford, Connecticut See more about 'Large Pair of Ivory Elephant Tusks 1950s Pre Ban' Description Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Up for auction is a set of pre ban ivory elephant tusks. They were given as a gift to my family in the early 1950’s. The outer edge of each tusk measures 55.5” and the circumference around the base of each of the tusks is 14”. The tusks weigh 28lbs each, for a combined weight of 56 pounds of ivory.   As shown in the pictures, one of the tusks has a relatively minor crack at the base, which is lessened more when placed in the wooden base. The tusks have never been polished or reshaped, and are still in there near-perfect original condition.   Included in the auction are the custom-made wooden bases we’ve made for the tusks. The wood is made of cedar, with blends of reds and yellows. Each wooden base is fastened to a steel plate (1/2” thick, 15” diameter) for stability. The underside of the steel plates is covered with a black cloth to protect your floors. Each base weighs 31lbs.   As of January 1st, 2009, eBay will no longer allow the selling of Ivory, so this might be your last chance to own such a magnificent pair! The estimated value for these tusks is $12-14,000. There is no reserve on the auction, and a low starting price has been set. These are definitely priced to sell!   Shipping: Due to legality, we can only ship the tusks to the Continental United States. There is a flat rate shipping cost of $400, which includes individual packaging, boxing, and shipment via Parcel Post for the four items. Insurance is optional, but is recommended, and is based on the final value price.   We are not responsible for losses/damage of merchandise if insurance isn’t purchased. Items are sold as is, and we encourage you to ask any questions. Thank you for viewing my auction, and please feel free to view my other auctions! Place a Bid!