This is a replica of a large Sperm Whale tooth with beautiful scrimshaw art over the entire surface. The scrimshaw art has a nautical theme and it is similar to what you will find on whale tooth artifacts displayed in museum collections. This replica is made out of a very hard plastic and the detail, weight and color is almost identical to the real thing. There is a small tag at the root of the tooth that says " Made in Italy , Painted by Hand ". Display it in your home or use it as a paperweight. or nautical display. Length = 16 cm ; Weight = 318 gm