1900s Antique Alaskan Inuit Carved Tusk Ivory Scrimshaw Carved Lucky Charm

This is an original Inuit or Eskimo carved Billiken from Walrus Tusk with scrimshaw features dating to the early 1900's. The piece is carved from the end tip of a Walrus Tusk, its noted by Alaska Fur Exchange that most are carved from ancient walrus tusks which this appears to also be. The Billiken is considered Alaska's good luck charm and first appeared around 1909. This piece is drilled at the top and shows scrimshaw features. Throughout you can see the deep color from its ancient age and wonderful grain only found on tusks. others have sold for up to $3,000 this is in great condition