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Set of Eight Quartz Crystal Geode Geologic Specimen Bowls
Located in Ferndale, MI
Eight geological specimen bowls in varying sizes.
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Arts and Crafts Natural Specimens

Materials

Agate

Geological specimen of Southwestern American petrified wood on stand
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Slice cut and polished geological specimen of Southwestern American petrified wood.
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Mounted Objects

Materials

Petrified Wood

Natural Sculptural Geological Agate Slice Specimen On Marble Stand
Located in Forney, TX
healing properties, agate is a stunning specimen that makes for a fascinating decorative object
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21st Century and Contemporary Natural Specimens

Materials

Agate, Marble

Malachite Specimen, 8.5"
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite malachite specimen, measuring 8.5 inches by 4 inches by 3.5 inches, showcases the
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21st Century and Contemporary Natural Specimens

Materials

Malachite

Malachite Specimen, 8.5"
Malachite Specimen, 8.5"
H 3.5 in W 4 in D 8.5 in
Malachite Specimen, 9"
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite malachite specimen, measuring 9 inches by 6 inches by 3.25 inches, showcases the
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21st Century and Contemporary Natural Specimens

Materials

Malachite

Malachite Specimen, 9"
Malachite Specimen, 9"
H 3.25 in W 6 in D 9 in
Large Pyrite Specimen, 9.25" H
Located in New York, NY
This large Pyrite Specimen stands at an impressive 9.25 inches in height, presenting a magnificent
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21st Century and Contemporary Natural Specimens

Materials

Pyrite

Large Pyrite Specimen, 9.25" H
Large Pyrite Specimen, 9.25" H
H 9.5 in W 5.5 in D 6 in
Large Pyrite Specimen, 8.25" H
Located in New York, NY
This large Pyrite Specimen stands at an impressive 8.25 inches in height, presenting a magnificent
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21st Century and Contemporary Natural Specimens

Materials

Pyrite

Large Pyrite Specimen, 8.25" H
Large Pyrite Specimen, 8.25" H
H 8.5 in W 4 in D 6 in
Natural Pink Botryoidal Smithsonite Specimen
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
To find a natural smithsonite specimen of this size and vibrant pink-lavender colour is a very rare
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Mexican Natural Specimens

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal

Polished Stone Specimens, Set of 14
Located in South Salem, NY
This exquisite collection features 14 mesmerizing polished stone specimens sourced from the
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Late 20th Century Italian Natural Specimens

Materials

Stone

320.04 Gram Beautiful Pyrite Specimen From Pakistan
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
320.04 Gram Beautiful Pyrite Specimen From Pakistan Weight: 320.04 Gram Dimension: 6.9 x 10 x
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Pakistani Adam Style Natural Specimens

Materials

Rock Crystal

218.47 Gram Attractive Pyrite Specimen From Pakistan
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
218.47 Gram Attractive Pyrite Specimen From Pakistan Weight: 218.47 Gram Dimension: 6.7 x 6.4 x
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Pakistani Adam Style Natural Specimens

Materials

Rock Crystal

286.37 Gram Glamorous Pyrite Specimen From Pakistan
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
286.37 Gram Glamorous Pyrite Specimen From Pakistan Weight: 286.37 Gram Dimension: 6.5 x 11 x 6.8
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Pakistani Adam Style Natural Specimens

Materials

Rock Crystal

15.88 Gram Beautiful Indicolite Tourmaline Specimen from Afghanistan
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
, indicolite tourmaline specimens also hold significant geological and metaphysical properties. They are
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Afghan Adam Style Natural Specimens

Materials

Rock Crystal

31.69 Gram Adorable Pyrite Specimen From Jowzjan, Afghanistan
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
31.69 Gram Adorable Pyrite Specimen From Jowzjan, Afghanistan Weight: 31.69 Gram Dimension: 2.6 x
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Afghan Adam Style Natural Specimens

Materials

Rock Crystal

519.99 Gram Huge Quartz Specimen From Skardu, Pakistan
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
519.99 Gram Huge Quartz Specimen From Skardu, Pakistan Weight: 519.99 Gram Dimension: 12.4 x 8.8 x
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Pakistani Adam Style Natural Specimens

Materials

Rock Crystal

Sky-blue Aragonite Mineral Specimen – Wenshan Mine, China
Located in Edison, NJ
is considerably rarer due to the very specific geological conditions required for its formation. It
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Natural Specimens

Materials

Multi-gemstone

50.95 Gram Incredible Pyrite Specimen From Jowzjan Province, Afghanistan
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
50.95 Gram Incredible Pyrite Specimen From Jowzjan Province, Afghanistan Weight: 50.95 Gram
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Afghan Adam Style Natural Specimens

Materials

Rock Crystal

41.32 Gram Amazing Pyrite Specimen From Jowzjan Province, Afghanistan
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
41.32 Gram Amazing Pyrite Specimen From Jowzjan Province, Afghanistan Weight: 41.32 Gram
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Afghan Adam Style Natural Specimens

Materials

Rock Crystal

Modernist Uruguayan Amethyst Rock Crystal Specimen on Black Lacquer Base
Located in New York, NY
This powerfully scaled and stunning Modernist Uruguayan Amethyst Rock Crystal Specimen on Black
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20th Century Uruguayan Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Rock Crystal

Black and White Calcite Heart Twin Mineral Specimen, Palmarejo, Mexico
Located in Edison, NJ
collectors for its distinctive outcrop of twinned, multigenerational calcite specimens. This is a great
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Mexican Natural Specimens

Materials

Stone

43.71 Gram Stunning Dual Bi Color Tourmaline on Specimen from Afghanistan
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
Stunning Dual Bi Color Tourmaline on Specimen From Afghanistan Weight: 43.71 Gram Dim: 3.9 x
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Afghan Adam Style Natural Specimens

Materials

Rock Crystal

Early 20th Century Specimen Marble & Semi Precious Stone Gilt Bronze Table
Located in London, by appointment only
to its absolute best. These ancient geological specimens held within the upper section surround a
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Early 20th Century European Greco Roman Center Tables

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Porphyry, Lapis Lazuli, Marble, Breccia Marble, Siena Marble, Bronze

Striking large Herkimer diamond on its native matrix
Located in London, GB
geological rarity. This specimen, with its impressive size and pristine condition, is a prime example of the
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Natural Specimens

Materials

Quartz, Rock Crystal

Striking large Herkimer diamond on its native matrix
Striking large Herkimer diamond on its native matrix
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H 7.49 in W 5.12 in D 3.55 in
Genuine Vanadinite Crystal Cluster on Matrix from Morocco (390 grams)
Located in New York, NY
specimen for any collector, offering a unique combination of aesthetic beauty and geological rarity
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Natural Specimens

Materials

Crystal, Other

Large finest blue-purple fluorite
Located in London, GB
Presented is an exceptional specimen of blue-purple Fluorite, with a serene light blue hue that
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Spanish Natural Specimens

Materials

Rock Crystal, Quartz, Pyrite

Large finest blue-purple fluorite
Large finest blue-purple fluorite
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H 20.08 in W 9.45 in D 6.7 in
Rare Abstract Agate Slice, a Colorful, All-Natural Yellow, Red and Black Agate
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
a world-class collection or serve as a geological artwork to enhance your space. This thin slice of
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2010s Brazilian Natural Specimens

Materials

Rock Crystal, Crystal, Amethyst, Agate

Spectacular AAA Pink Amethyst Geode with Pink and Red Sugar-Druzy Flowers
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
geological time. The geode has been kept intact, and the specimen was minimally polished to enhance its
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2010s Brazilian Natural Specimens

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal

Rare Pink Amethyst Geode with Pink, Red, and Purple Sugar-Druzy Stalacites
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Stalactites ▫️ Description Nature spared no effort when creating this Pink Amethyst, a specimen with
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2010s Brazilian Natural Specimens

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal

Large Crystal Citrine Heart Sculpture Carved from an Orange Citrine Cluster
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
A beautiful, large, and unique Citrine Heart, this specimen results from natural geological art and
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2010s Brazilian Natural Specimens

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal

Pair of Amethyst Geodes with Purple Amethyst Druzy, Blue Lace Agate, Calcite
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
display of natural artistry. These centerpiece pieces are a testament to the beauty of geology. Rarely
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2010s Brazilian Natural Specimens

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal

Crystal Citrine Heart Sculpture with Deep Orange, Shiny High-Grade Citrine Druzy
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
A beautiful, large, and unique Citrine Heart, this specimen results from natural geological art and
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2010s Brazilian Natural Specimens

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal

Rare Citrine Geode Portal with AAA Vibrant Golden Citrine and Natural Crown
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
. This natural Citrine specimen is ready to add rarity, beauty, and natural elegance to any collection or
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2010s Brazilian Natural Specimens

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal

Rare Blue Lace Agate Cathedral with Bold Blue and White Agate Laces and Calcite
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
particular specimen stands out as superior. Its bold, distinctively large agate bands encircle the entire
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2010s Brazilian Natural Specimens

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal

Gallery Grade Large Lace Agate Slice, with Ice-Like Crystal and Colorful Agate
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
, and perfection. This gallery-grade large agate specimen showcases world-class characteristics, making
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2010s Brazilian Natural Specimens

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal

World-Class Large Lace Agate Slice, with Ice-Like Crystal and Lace Agate Frame
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
, and perfection. This gallery-grade large agate specimen showcases world-class characteristics, making
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2010s Brazilian Natural Specimens

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal

World-Class Large Lace Agate Slice, with Ice-Like Crystal and Colorful Agate
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
, and perfection. This gallery-grade large agate specimen showcases world-class characteristics, making
Category

2010s Brazilian Natural Specimens

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal

AAA Grade Citrine Geode Cathedral with Sparkly, Rich Orange Druzy
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
in your collection or a captivating focal point in your space. The main highlight of this specimen
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2010s Brazilian Natural Specimens

Materials

Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal

High-Grade Pink Amethyst Geode with Sparkly Lavender Rose Amethyst Druzy
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
. The lavender rose druzy contrasts with the pastel pink of the canvas, creating a geological
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2010s Brazilian Natural Specimens

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal

Gallery Grade Lemurian Crystal Cluster with Gray Dreamcoat Lithium Phantom
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Straight from the famous Araçuaí-Itinga mines, this rare specimen is an all-natural Lemurian with a
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2010s Brazilian Natural Specimens

Materials

Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal

Large Natural Tropaeum Ammonite Fossil
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
-2022), emeritus Professor of Geology at Aberdeen University. Affectionally known as Aberdeen’s answer
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier English Natural Specimens

Materials

Stone

Large Natural Tropaeum Ammonite Fossil
Large Natural Tropaeum Ammonite Fossil
H 18.51 in W 18.12 in D 10.04 in
Lunar Meteorite
Located in London, GB
A beautiful fragment from a lunar meteorite, among the rarest of all geological finds. This
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Algerian Natural Specimens

Materials

Stone

Lunar Meteorite
Lunar Meteorite
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H 3.15 in Dm 2.96 in
The Dragon Agate, Rare Lace Agate with a Natural Dragon Drawing
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
superb slice of agate, this delicate specimen displays geological artistry. This Soledade Agate showcases
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2010s Brazilian Natural Specimens

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal

Rare Natural Blue Lace Agate Slice with Crystal, Blue, and Bronze Agate Bands
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
superb slice of agate, this delicate specimen displays geological artistry. This Soledade Agate showcases
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2010s Brazilian Natural Specimens

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal

Natural Undyed Blue Lace Agate Slice with Crystal, Blue and Bronze Bands
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
superb slice of agate, this delicate specimen displays geological artistry. This Soledade Agate showcases
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2010s Brazilian Natural Specimens

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal

Rare All-Natural Pink Amethyst Geode with Sparkly Red Amethyst Druzy
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Amethyst druzy contrasts with the pastel pink of the canvas, creating a geological masterpiece, ready to be
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2010s Brazilian Natural Specimens

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Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal

Large Red Iridescent Ammonite Fossil
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
. Provenance: From the fascinating collection of Gordon Walkden (1944-2022), emeritus Professor of Geology at
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Natural Specimens

Materials

Stone

Large Red Iridescent Ammonite Fossil
Large Red Iridescent Ammonite Fossil
H 16.15 in W 19.3 in D 3.15 in
Rare Pair of All-Natural Pink Amethyst Geodes with Red and Lavender Amethyst
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
contrast against the pastel pink of the stone, thus creating a geological marvel. Its counterpart showcases
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2010s Brazilian Natural Specimens

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal

Amethyst “Harp" with phantom calcites
Located in London, GB
is not only visually striking but also embodies the geological richness of Uruguay’s mineral deposits
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Uruguayan Natural Specimens

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz

Amethyst “Harp" with phantom calcites
Amethyst “Harp" with phantom calcites
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H 24.81 in W 17.72 in D 9.85 in
Pair of 5 Ft Tall Large Amethyst Geode Cathedrals with Sparkly Lavender Amethyst
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
texture that reflects light, creating a lustrous effect throughout the specimens. This pair of geodes is
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2010s Brazilian Natural Specimens

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal

AAA Citrine Geode with AAA Madeira Citrine Druzy
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
on the specimen. It is important to emphasize the rarity of Madeira citrine is due to the specific
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2010s Brazilian Natural Specimens

Materials

Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal

AAA Citrine Geode with AAA Madeira Citrine Druzy
AAA Citrine Geode with AAA Madeira Citrine Druzy
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H 14 in W 7.1 in D 6.3 in
Cadmium Smithsonite, Masua Mine, Iglesias, South Sardinia Prov, Sardinia, Italy
Located in New York, NY
mine is now part of the Geological Mining Park of Sardinia. These circular lemon colored smithsonites
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Natural Specimens

Materials

Agate, Other

Cross Section of Exceptional Lunar Meteorite
Located in London, GB
pairing together known specimens coming from the same meteoroid, only about a hundred are known, with most
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Libyan Natural Specimens

Materials

Stone

Cross Section of Exceptional Lunar Meteorite
Cross Section of Exceptional Lunar Meteorite
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H 6.93 in W 5.52 in D 0.12 in
488.78 Gram Gorgeous Forest Green Malachite from Yangjiang Guangdong, China
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
eye makeup. Geologically, malachite forms through the weathering of copper ores and is commonly
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Adam Style Natural Specimens

Materials

Rock Crystal

Erratic B with 12ct White Gold, a Glacier Rock Glass Sculpture by Anthony Scala
By Anthony Scala
Located in London, GB
artist, Anthony Scala. The geological term 'erratic' refers to a stone or boulder that differs to its
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2010s British Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Gold Leaf

Erratic E with 16.9ct Lemon Gold, an Abstract Glass Sculpture by Anthony Scala
By Anthony Scala
Located in London, GB
artist, Anthony Scala. The geological term 'erratic' refers to a stone or boulder that differs to its
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2010s British Organic Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Gold Leaf

Lunar Meteorite
Located in London, GB
information about lunar geology has since become available. Lunar meteorites are all the more precious as they
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Algerian Natural Specimens

Materials

Stone

Lunar Meteorite
Lunar Meteorite
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H 4.91 in Dm 2.01 in
Large geode amethyste with quartz from Morvan France 46lbs 21kg
Located in LA FERTÉ-SOUS-JOUARRE, FR
region rich in geological history, further enhancing its appeal for collectors and gemstone enthusiasts
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Mid-20th Century French Natural Specimens

Materials

Amethyst

Cross-Section from an Exceptional Lunar Meteorite
Located in London, GB
town of Ghadames, Libya, from which it gets its name. This specimen has been cut open to reveal the
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Libyan Natural Specimens

Materials

Stone

Cross-Section from an Exceptional Lunar Meteorite
Cross-Section from an Exceptional Lunar Meteorite
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H 8.01 in Dm 4.96 in
Dutch-Colonial Satin and Rosewood, Ebony and Teak Collectors’ Table-Cabinet
Located in Amsterdam, NL
-spread interest in exotic cultures and collecting of botanical, zoological and geological specimens
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Antique 18th Century Sri Lankan Dutch Colonial Cabinets

Materials

Satinwood, Ebony, Teak

Gregory's 1861 Expedition into the North West of Australia, 1862
Located in Langweer, NL
botanical and geological specimens, which would later be displayed in museums such as Charles Nicolay's in
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Antique 1860s Prints

Materials

Paper

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Geological Specimen For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of geological specimen available for sale. Frequently made of stone, quartz and wood, all geological specimen available were constructed with great care. There are 14 antique and vintage geological specimen for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 7 modern editions to choose from as well. Geological specimen have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Geological specimen are generally popular furniture pieces, but modern, Arts and Crafts and mid-century modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Geological specimen have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Studio Greytak and Interi are consistently popular.

How Much are Geological Specimen?

Geological specimen can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,600, while the lowest priced sells for $425 and the highest can go for as much as $198,500.

Finding the Right sculptures for You

Styling your home with vintage, new and antique sculptures means adding a touch that can meaningfully transform the space. By introducing a sculptural work as a decorative finish to any interior, you’re making a statement, whether you tend toward the dramatic or prefer to keep things casual with modest, understated art.

A single, one-of-a-kind three-dimensional figurative sculpture mounted on your dining room wall is a guaranteed conversation piece, while a trio of abstract works arranged on your living room bookshelves can add spontaneity to the collection of first-edition novels or artist monographs you’re displaying as well as draw attention to them. Figurative sculptures are representational works that portray a specific person, animal or object. And while decorating with busts, which are sculpted or cast figurative works, hasn’t exactly topped the list of design trends every year, busts are back. According to designer Timothy Corrigan, “They give humanity in a way that a more abstract sculpture can’t give.” Abstract sculptures, on the other hand, are not meant to show something specific. Instead, they invoke a mood or scene without directly stating what they are portraying.

Busts made of stone or metal may not seem like a good fit for your existing decor. Fortunately, there are many ways for a seemingly incongruous piece to fit in with the rest of your room’s theme. You can embrace a dramatic piece by making it the focal point of the room, or you can choose to incorporate several elements made out of the same material to create harmony in your space. If an antique or more dramatic piece doesn’t feel like you, why not opt for works comprising plastic, fiberglass or other more modern materials?

When incorporating sculpture into the design of your home — be it the playful work of auction hero and multimedia visionary KAWS, contemporary fiber art from Connecticut dealer browngrotta arts or still-life sculpture on a budget — consider proper lighting, which can bring out the distinctive aspects of your piece that deserve attention. And make sure you know how the size and form of the sculpture will affect your space in whole. If you choose a sculpture with dramatic design elements, such as sharp angles or bright colors, for example, try to better integrate this new addition by echoing those elements in the rest of your room’s design.

Get started on decorating with sculpture now — find figurative sculptures, animal sculptures and more on 1stDibs today.

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