Antique Ivory Tatting Shuttle

I really have to show you a very special present for me, it is a gorgeous Ivory Carved Tatting Shuttle.......Dont get me wrong I dont agree to any kind of poaching of animals to make items for sale as I love all animals... but this was made in the 1800's when this kind of thing was acceptable.

I have had this on my wish list for many years but never imagined that I would ever have one so I am very happy with it...hope that you folks like it.