Hand carved Chinese preban ivory chop of a mystical beast, in the form of a dragon tortoise. From store we used to operate in SF Chinatown from the 50s to 80s. The chop measured 3" tall, 2 1/2" wide and 3" deep. Marked Qian Long period, but probably from the early to mid 1900. Excellent condition, no damage or repair. Guaranteed to be genuine African elephant ivory. All Ivory items ship to United States only. >ALL OUR IVORY ITEM WERE LEGALLY IMPORTED INTO THE UNITED STATES PRIOR TO 1972