Ivory ban may affect antique treasures and dealers
Proposed laws could ban all antique ivory including pieces harvested before 1914, impacting heirloom items from elephants, piano keys, chess sets, and artifacts. The shift would outlaw sales and even museum gifts, triggering losses for dealers, collectors, and makers while prompting public comment to lawmakers.
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Perfect 1900 boxing photo pictured in Austin collection
Donald Scott, a prizefight memorabilia collector in the Austin area, treasures a portrait of Young Peter Jackson with arms folded and ear chewed. He dates the image to 1900 after Jackson's bout with Mysterious Billy Smith, likely once hung in a bar. His home displays numerous signed photos, pins, programs, and boxing artifacts.
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