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LOT 1843
Natural History - Amethyst Gem Tree
6 1/8 in. (418 grams, 15.5 cm high).
A medium size gemstone tree consisting of a brass trunk and branches tipped with polished amethyst, mounted on a section of amethyst geode. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceMineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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Natural History - Quartz Crystal Specimen Group
Sold for (Inc. bp): £7
A group of 50 quartz crystal specimens including clear examples with points. 1.67 kg total, 27-87 mm
Mineral Imports, London, UK. Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's). -
Natural History - Ablaketka Kazakhstan Meteorite Full Slice with Fusion Crust
Fell 16 February 2018 A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
A H5 stony meteorite full slice with fusion crust; held in a collector's display case. 9.1 grams, 44 mm (36 grams total, 84 x 59 mm including case)
Very fine condition.
Fell in Kazakhstan. Ex European meteorite market. Ex property of a Leicestershire, UK, collector. Accompanied by a dealer's card in a display box. -
Natural History - Mastodon Tusk Carving
Pliocene Period, 5.2-2.5 million years B.P.Sold for (Inc. bp): £338
A Mastodon fossil tusk carving depicting a stylised face. 44 grams, 93 mm
From Island of Java. Acquired 1950s-1960s. From an old Bristol, UK, paleontological collection.