19th Century Fictile Ivory Cast Replica

In the 19th century, companies like Elkington & Co. or the Arundel Society made very high-quality "fictile" ivory casts of famous museum pieces. They were so well-made that they even replicated the cold feel and fine lines of the original ivory. The "BM PL" mark strongly suggests this is a certified museum cast of a piece currently held in the British Museum's collection. Specifically, the British Museum does hold an ivory pax of the "Baptism of Christ" that matches this item (Museum Number: 1856,0623.16). It is very common for these 19th-century casts to be mistaken for originals because they have aged naturally for over 150 years, developing their own authentic "antique" patina.