Example of the Remains of Walrus Ivory 'Package' with Tusks Removed (IMAGE)

University of Cambridge

Example of the Remains of Walrus Ivory 'Package' with Tusks Removed

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One of 16 walrus rostrums (upper jaw bones) found during excavations in Bergen, Norway (catalogue number BRM708/1125, University Museum, University of Bergen). This is an example of the remains of a "package" of walrus ivory once the tusks have been removed.

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Dr James H. Barrett

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