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Bottle of Sperm Whale oil

Bottle of Sperm Whale oil

Date19th century

Object number00033877

NameWhale oil

MediumSperm whale oil, glass, cork

DimensionsOverall: 130 x 39 x 30 mm, 0.144 kg

ClassificationsAnimals and animal products

Credit LineANMM Collection Purchased with USA Bicentennial Gift funds

Terms

DescriptionBottle of sperm whale oil

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