Loading, please wait...
LOT 1788
Natural History - Historic Sphalerite Crystal Formation
2 3/4 in. (148 grams, 70 mm).
Comprising black euhedral crystals on a contrasting matrix. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom Nenthead, Cumberland, UK.
Collected in person from various parts of the world mainly between 1957-1966.
From the private mineral collection of Stephen Atkinson, Harpenden, UK.
Accompanied by a copy of a letter from the vendor giving details of him collecting these minerals throughout his life.
TimeLine Auctions follows a 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.
-
Natural History - Red Quartz Nodule
Sold for (Inc. bp): £26
The rounded pebble opened to reveal the internal cavity filled with quartz crystals in enhanced red colour. 122 grams, 56 mm each
From a Cambridgeshire, UK, collection. -
Natural History - Mastodon Tusk Carving
Pliocene Period, circa 5.2-2.5 million years B.P.Sold for (Inc. bp): £286
With a later carving of a face with exaggerated details. 48 grams, 10 cm
From Island of Java. Acquired 1950s-1960s. From an old Bristol, UK, palaeontological collection. -
Natural History - Historic Libya Polished Petrified Wood Specimen
Triassic Period, 251-199 million years B.P.Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
Cut in an angle to display the internal structure of the tree, bark detailing to the outer faces. 230 grams, 89 mm
From Libya. Collected in person in 1972. From the private mineral collection of Stephen Atkinson, Harpenden, UK. Accompanied by a copy of a letter from the vendor giving details of him collecting these minerals throughout his life.
