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Extremely fine and delicate fluted decorated whale ivory pie crimper, American, circa 1850.  The top of the handle has a fancy stepped carved decoration above an oval shaped fluted section above a similar decoration at the top which terminates as the arms to support the whale ivory wheel. The wheel is beautifully carved with a delicate open pattern. (Sc-1304) 
Condition:  The pin holding the wheel has been replaced.  The crimper and wheel are in outstanding condition and have a wonderful age patina. 
Dimension:  Length 6 inches.