Authentic Sperm Whale Tooth – 450g | 15cm | Pre-1978 |

Sperm Whale Tooth – 450g | 15cm | Pre-1978 | Cheynes Beach Whaling Station
Authentic, Cleaned & Polished – Ideal for Collectors, Carving, or Scrimshaw

This is a genuine, pre-1978 sperm whale tooth, weighing 450 grams and measuring approximately 15 cm in length. Carefully cleaned and professionally polished, this specimen originates from the historic Cheynes Beach Whaling Station in Albany, Western Australia—one of the last operating commercial whaling stations in the Southern Hemisphere before its closure in 1978.

Due to strict international regulations, sperm whale teeth for sale today are extremely limited, especially in this condition and with verified pre-ban provenance. This tooth was legally sourced prior to the 1978 ban under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES), making it fully compliant for legal ownership and resale within applicable jurisdictions.

Ideal for:

• Collectors of marine or whaling memorabilia

• Scrimshaw artists seeking premium sperm whale tooth for carving

• Those searching for sperm whale tooth for scrimshaw projects

• Museums or historical exhibitions related to whaling or maritime heritage

• Individuals interested in owning a rare piece of whale ivory

Rarity & Value

If you’re wondering, “how much does sperm whale teeth cost?” or looking for the cost price of a sperm whale tooth, market values vary significantly based on size, weight, condition, and legal provenance. Authentic, polished specimens of this size and quality can command premium prices—especially when sourced from reputable, historical locations like Cheynes Beach.

Due to international trade restrictions, sperm whale ivory and whale tooth ivory of this kind are rarely offered on the open market. This makes it not only a beautiful and tactile item, but also an increasingly scarce and highly collectible investment.

Legal Note:

This item is a pre–1978 legally acquired whale tooth, sold in accordance with relevant regulations.

For those seeking sperm whale teeth for sale, this is an outstanding example—offering historical provenance, exceptional condition, and a size ideal for both display and artistic use.