If you use the service like Pirate ShipI was recently asked to ship a book to the UK. I started the paperwork and gave up when I was asked for the tax IDs of sender and recipient. It didn't used to be that hard or expensive.
It sure looks like one, not sure if anything is under the bumper, I didn't think to check.an old josh likely. save the wrap if its real irish linen.
the joint and view of the butt end would help.
but it might be ebony and thats great.