{"product_id":"vintage-african-nile-crocodile-hide-pelt-173cm-c1960s-full-body-skin","title":"Vintage African Nile Crocodile Hide Pelt 173cm c1960s Full Body Skin","description":"\u003cp\u003eKey Details\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eItem: Full crocodile skin \/ pelt\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnimal: Crocodile\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecies: Believed Nile Crocodile (Crocodylus niloticus)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrigin: Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEra: c.1960s\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Genuine crocodilian hide\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eColour: Very dark brown \/ black\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLength: Approx. 173 cm (5 ft 8 in) from head to tail\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eForm: Lightweight, unmounted full-body pelt retaining head, legs and long tail\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse: Natural history collectable \/ decorative display \/ vintage curiosity\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProvenance: Brought from Africa during the 1960s, according to the history accompanying the piece\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDocumentation: No original export, permit or CITES documentation accompanies the pelt\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMini Story or Hook\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eA remarkable vintage African crocodile pelt dating from circa the 1960s, believed to be from a Nile crocodile (Crocodylus niloticus).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeasuring an impressive 173 cm (5 ft 8 in) from head to tail, this lightweight, unmounted hide was brought from Africa during the 1960s and has now survived for more than half a century.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pelt retains the highly recognisable full-body silhouette, including the head, broad body, legs and long tapering tail. Particularly striking are the natural scale formations, from the broad rectangular belly scales through to the heavily textured sides and prominent tail scutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith its considerable age, substantial size and African provenance, this is an unusual natural-history collectable and a dramatic conversation or display piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition: Vintage condition with age-related wear and losses – please see detailed notes below.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is an approximately 60-year-old crocodile pelt and displays considerable age and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Overall pelt remains substantially complete from head through to tail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Measures approximately 173 cm overall.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Lightweight and relatively easy to handle and display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Strong and distinctive natural scale pattern remains visible throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Long tail remains substantially intact with prominent rectangular scutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Age-related dryness, surface wear, scuffing, marks and discolouration are present.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Splits, tears and losses are present, particularly around the legs and central body area.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Some edges are worn, irregular or incomplete.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Areas of the underlying\/reverse hide are exposed where losses have occurred.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Has not been professionally restored or conserved by Vintage HQ.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Identification as Nile crocodile is based on its African provenance and appearance but has not been independently verified.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* No original documentation accompanies the pelt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe age-related wear and losses are clearly shown in the photographs and form part of the history and character of this unusual vintage piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e📸 The photos form part of the description – please examine them closely, particularly the areas of wear, splitting and loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eProvenance \u0026amp; Age\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccording to the history accompanying the piece, this crocodile pelt was brought from Africa during the 1960s, placing its acquisition well before the commencement of CITES in 1975.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo original import\/export paperwork survives with the pelt, and Vintage HQ makes no representation beyond the provenance provided with the piece regarding its precise species or regulatory status.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eOffered for sale within Australia only.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePostage \u0026amp; Handling\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e📦 Australia-wide postage available.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eDespite its impressive 173 cm overall length, the pelt is relatively lightweight and will be carefully packaged for shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eLocal pickup is also available from Vintage HQ Heidelberg.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eAll items are carefully wrapped and packaged to ensure they arrive safely at their new forever home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCombined postage available – contact us before purchasing for a revised invoice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo international shipping is offered on this item.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeed to Know More?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eHave questions or need more photos? 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