mid to later 1800s gutta-percha WHISTLE

Description

This scarce mid to later 19th century figured gutta-percha whistle is styled in the classic configuration of bone or cast pewter examples of the period and remains in fine original condition.  Made of the figured gutta-percha as was used in the manufacture of the period patented hip-flasks but in a color variation from the usual orange, this is the only example in this attractive cream and chocolate coloration we have ever encountered. A rare and very attractive variation, this whistle will make a nice companion piece in any Civil War smalls of personal item grouping

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