20th Apr, 2022 10:30 GMT/BST
Natural History & Taxidermy
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Natural History: Sawfish Rostrum (Pristidae app), circa 1900-1920, an example of a large Sawfish rostrum, 54 teeth, 92cm long, mounted upon a stepped ebonised plinth base, overall height including base 106cm.
Also known as carpenter sharks, are a family of rays characterised by a long, narrow, flattened rostrum, or nose extension, lined with sharp transverse teeth, in a way that resembles a saw.
With CITES A10 (non-transferable) licence no. 612460/01
Sold for £320
Estimated at £300 - £400
Auction: Natural History & Taxidermy, 20th Apr, 2022
To include a collection of Indian and European Game Trophies from Kilberry Castle, Argyll. Many of the trophies date from the second half of the 19th century, with rare and historical specimens including Asian Water Buffalos, Astor Markhors, Bengal Tigers, Indian Leopards and Himalayan Tahr.
Entries are now invited for the next Natural History & Taxidermy Sale on 2 September 2022
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Tuesday 19 April 10am-5pm and morning of sale from 8am. Viewing is open to the public, there is no need to make an appointment.
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