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LOT 0439
Estimate
GBP (£) 1,500 - 2,000
EUR (€) 1,740 - 2,310
USD ($) 2,010 - 2,680
HUGE SECTION OF FOSSILISED 'RAINBOW' WOOD
235 MILLION YEARS B.P.
26 3/4 in. (26.2 kg, 68 cm).
235 MILLION YEARS B.P.
26 3/4 in. (26.2 kg, 68 cm).
Petrified tree section of 40-46mm thickness with finely polished finish to upper and lower faces and set into resin; edges slightly chamfered.
PROVENANCE:
From the private collection of Mr J.G., UK, a company executive.
FOOTNOTES:
The petrified wood from Araucarioxylon arizonicum is often referred to as "rainbow wood" due to the variety of subtle, warm colours it exhibits, mainly in the red-orange range from hematite and limonite inclusions within the silica.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
