Scrimshaw ruler with whaling ship, mermaid and chief carvings

19th century scrimshaw ruler carved on one side with scenes of…
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19th century scrimshaw ruler carved on one side with scenes of a whaling ship, mermaid and village chief, 42.5 cm long

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