This was a famous 19th century circus side show hoax where someone produced something like this and claimed it was an authentic mummified mermaid skeleton. It toured the US and many believed it was real; it was one of the more famous freak-show type hoaxes of the period. This offering measures just 8” long and includes a handsome glass display case 10.5” x 9.5”. Free shipping!
This was a famous 19th century circus side show hoax where someone produced something like this and claimed it was an authentic mummified mermaid skeleton. It toured the US and many believed it was real; it was one of the more famous freak-show type hoaxes of the period. This offering measures just 8” long and includes a handsome glass display case 10.5” x 9.5”. Free shipping!
