Playing cane. Rod shaft. Ivory ball knob. The upper part features a small cavity decorated with an erotic scene. Three balls are enclosed in this cavity. Metal ferrule. Total length: 89 cm. Pommel: 6 x 5.5 cm. Gross weight: 340 g. B.E. Circa 1860-1880. Elephantidae supp. specimen accompanied by its CITES FR2400600262-K issued on 30/05/2024. Caution: Canes are sold as is, without complaint. For ivory canes, in accordance with EU regulations, the item will be delivered to the buyer with its intra-Community certificate. If the item is to be exported from Europe, a re-export certificate will be required (formalities to be completed by the buyer). The purchaser must find out in advance about the legislation in force in the country of destination.

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