This an exquisite example of the special quality of Ivory vs. Bone. The sheer beauty of this material is evident in the Graining caused by the Schreger lines in the material which causes this stripping/graining appearance in Ivory. All Ivory I use is either Mammoth, mastodon, or Pre-ban Ming's jewelry ivory which was acquired prior to 1970, the most being from 30-50's. This is truly a beautiful Makau a classic Hawaiian shape for a Hook. This hook is 2.75"L x 1.5W. It is attached to tan cord.