2149 Darting Gun Whaling Harpoon with Rare Sheath

Whaling harpoon. A darting gun iron with obtuse toggle head, together with its rare original wooden sheath. The iron shows some wear and corrosion. The sheath bears the original marlin serving in the rear, and is not present in the forward section. American, late 19th C. Oa. length 32 1/4 in.