Howdy To All, Does anybody know if a feral hog's tusk are really considered ivory or is that a myth? Always heard they were but not for sure.
Howdy To All, Does anybody know if a feral hog's tusk are really considered ivory or is that a myth? Always heard they were but not for sure.
From the American Heritage Dictionary: a.A hard, smooth, yellowish-white substance composed primarily of dentin that forms the tusks of the elephant. b.A similar substance forming the tusks or teeth of certain other mammals, such as the walrus. A hog's cutters, whetters, and other teth as well would qualify as ivory. TEchnically I guess, all teeth, including human, can be considered ivory as they are composed of dentin.
That is a correct answer. I am looking to buy large quantities of Hog Tusks. Please respond if interested or a referral if not. Thank you, Chet Hale