I am curious, I was contacted today by an out of town antique dealer who mentioned that he got in a device that he thinks is an old dice throwing machine. It has scrimshaw work on it and comes with ivory dice. Here is the kicker.... It is inscribed in the scrimshaw ivory "The Sultana". The Sultana in itself is a hugely important ship due to its history. Who would collect such a thing? and what is the possible value on such a unique item with this historic tie.

Anyone have any ideas?

Thanks,
Westen

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sultana_(steamboat)