Thank you, Jean and David,
Below are the additional photos.
Additional details, the hulu is 1.5 ounces in weight
The blade with mendak is 8.5 ounces
In total, the entire assemblage is 16 inches (41cm).
It certainly has a hefty feel in the hand.
There appears to be an insert in the pesi hole. Wood, perhaps? I suspect you both would have a better idea what materials would be employed in such a construction.
I am always conservative in determining if something is bone or ivory. I assume bone, unless there is some definitive feature to suggest otherwise.
Thanks again!
-Rob
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