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Bowhead Jawbone with Baleen Plates

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University of Alaska Fairbanks

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About this artifact

This photo, taken in Alaska, shows the jawbone of a bowhead whale with its baleen plates hoisted on board a whaler. The crew member standing in front shows just how large the jaw and baleen are.

Date:
c. 1900
Dimensions:
Width 4.71", Height, 7.72"

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