Jim,

First let me say that the only other "50" I mentioned was found at the Louisville Flea Market.

(1) Most likely a casino, as there are no known racks that would house such a large size chip.

(2) At least circa: 1870s - 80s.

(3) Most likely $50, as ivory poker chips were mostly used in the United States.

(4) Yes, all hand carved (scrimshawed).

(5) Ivory tusks were sliced, shaped to size, polished and sent off to merchants who finished the units.

(6) Yes. Buy one as a true example of eatly-Americana gambling.

Everything mentioned above was taught to me by Dale Seymour, Kenny Ctaig, Ken Chopping and Robert Eisenstadt.

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