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Set of Two Anatomical Engravings of Human Skulls – Comparative Craniology, 1803
Set of Two Anatomical Engravings of Human Skulls – Comparative Craniology, 1803

Set of Two Anatomical Engravings of Human Skulls – Comparative Craniology, 1803

Located in Langweer, NL

Technique: Engravings (fold-out plates) Maker: Early 19th-century European anatomical publication Keywords: antique skull engravings, anatomical prints, craniology, phrenology, hist...

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Antique Early 19th Century Dutch Prints

Materials

Paper

18th Century Italian Gilded Crown with Rare Calcite Crystals
18th Century Italian Gilded Crown with Rare Calcite Crystals

18th Century Italian Gilded Crown with Rare Calcite Crystals

By Interi

Located in Columbia, SC

With the unusual formation of sphalerite, it is unequaled by those from any other part of the world (referenced from the "American Mineral Treasure" book, pg. 337). It is a museum sp...

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Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Rock Crystal, Gold Leaf

19th C Victorian Museum Conchologist Collection Shells Curio Natural History
19th C Victorian Museum Conchologist Collection Shells Curio Natural History

19th C Victorian Museum Conchologist Collection Shells Curio Natural History

Located in Lowestoft, GB

A decorative collection of 33 individual museum cased shell specimens, card lidded boxes with circular glass top.

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Antique Mid-19th Century British Nautical Objects

Materials

Natural Fiber, Glass, Paper

Victorian Beetle Prints Set of Four – Scarab & Stag Beetle Plates, 1893
Victorian Beetle Prints Set of Four – Scarab & Stag Beetle Plates, 1893

Victorian Beetle Prints Set of Four – Scarab & Stag Beetle Plates, 1893

By Louis-Pierre Baltard

Located in Langweer, NL

Each sheet displays numerous species carefully arranged in a structured composition that resembles museum specimen drawers or Victorian cabinets of curiosity.

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Antique Late 19th Century German Neoclassical Prints

Materials

Paper

Massive 1615 Carats Golden Natural Topaz Flower Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone
Massive 1615 Carats Golden Natural Topaz Flower Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone

Massive 1615 Carats Golden Natural Topaz Flower Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone

Located in Peshawar, PK

Huge Natural Golden Topaz Museum Grade Collector Specimen Rare Golden Flower Cushion Cut Gemstone Sourced from Skardu Pakistan Colossal Investment Grade Himalayan Topaz for High-End ...

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2010s Pakistani Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Topaz

Fringe-Eared Oryx (Oryx beisa callotis) Shoulder Mount by Rowland Ward, London
Fringe-Eared Oryx (Oryx beisa callotis) Shoulder Mount by Rowland Ward, London

Fringe-Eared Oryx (Oryx beisa callotis) Shoulder Mount by Rowland Ward, London

Located in Madrid, ES

Mounted on a traditional wooden plaque, this outstanding specimen combines museum-quality craftsmanship with the rich heritage of the great African safaris.

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Vintage 1960s Taxidermy

Materials

Fruitwood

Reedbuck (Redunca arundinum) Shoulder Mount by Rowland Ward, London
Reedbuck (Redunca arundinum) Shoulder Mount by Rowland Ward, London

Reedbuck (Redunca arundinum) Shoulder Mount by Rowland Ward, London

Located in Madrid, ES

This beautifully preserved specimen combines museum-quality craftsmanship with the rich heritage of the great African safari tradition.

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Vintage 1960s Taxidermy

Materials

Fruitwood

Carlo di Carli Sculptural Side Chair for Singer & Sons, 1950s
Carlo di Carli Sculptural Side Chair for Singer & Sons, 1950s

Carlo di Carli Sculptural Side Chair for Singer & Sons, 1950s

Located in Coronado, CA

On the underside, the chair retains the original hand hammered upholstery tacks and undercloth, as well as both of the original labels which are in perfect condition. This museum qua...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Wool, Walnut

Kat Florence Unheated Kashmir Purple Sapphire Ring 1.51ct with D Flawless Diamon
Kat Florence Unheated Kashmir Purple Sapphire Ring 1.51ct with D Flawless Diamon

Kat Florence Unheated Kashmir Purple Sapphire Ring 1.51ct with D Flawless Diamon

Located in Andorra La Vella, AD

Originating from the most legendary sapphire deposit in the world, this exceptional gemstone belongs to a category reserved for the finest museum-quality specimens and serious collec...

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2010s Indian Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, 18k Gold

Huge 516.45 Carat Golden Brown Natural Topaz Fancy Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone
Huge 516.45 Carat Golden Brown Natural Topaz Fancy Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone

Huge 516.45 Carat Golden Brown Natural Topaz Fancy Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone

Located in Peshawar, PK

Huge Natural Deep Golden Brown Topaz Museum Grade Collector Specimen Rare Deep Brown Cushion Cut Gemstone Sourced from Skardu Pakistan Colossal Investment Grade Himalayan Topaz for H...

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2010s Pakistani Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Topaz

Huge 454.35 Carat Natural Brown Orange Unheated Topaz Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone
Huge 454.35 Carat Natural Brown Orange Unheated Topaz Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone

Huge 454.35 Carat Natural Brown Orange Unheated Topaz Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone

Located in Peshawar, PK

Huge Natural Unheated Sherry Topaz Museum Grade Collector Specimen Rare Deep Peach Orange Cushion Cut Gemstone Sourced from Skardu Pakistan Colossal Investment Grade Untreated Himala...

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2010s Pakistani Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Topaz

Huge 1187.50 Ct Natural Brown Orange Unheated Topaz Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone
Huge 1187.50 Ct Natural Brown Orange Unheated Topaz Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone

Huge 1187.50 Ct Natural Brown Orange Unheated Topaz Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone

Located in Peshawar, PK

Huge Natural Unheated Sherry Topaz Museum Grade Collector Specimen Rare Deep Peach Orange Cushion Cut Gemstone Sourced from Skardu Pakistan Colossal Investment Grade Untreated Himala...

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2010s Pakistani Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Topaz

Pair of 1768 George III Sterling Silver Wine Coasters by Francis Spilsbury II
Pair of 1768 George III Sterling Silver Wine Coasters by Francis Spilsbury II

Pair of 1768 George III Sterling Silver Wine Coasters by Francis Spilsbury II

Located in Solebury, PA

Combined with the short working window of Spilsbury II before his transition into medicine, these coasters are museum-quality specimens of 18th-century "banking silver" with impeccab...

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Antique 1760s English Georgian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

GIA Certified 47.02 Carat Emerald Cut Loose Aquamarine
GIA Certified 47.02 Carat Emerald Cut Loose Aquamarine

GIA Certified 47.02 Carat Emerald Cut Loose Aquamarine

Located in Miami, FL

GIA certification guarantees authenticity and provides complete gemological documentation for this museum-quality specimen.

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

62.9 Carat Cushion Cut Green Fluorite
62.9 Carat Cushion Cut Green Fluorite

62.9 Carat Cushion Cut Green Fluorite

Located in New York, NY

This impressive 62.9 carat natural Fluorite gemstone is a museum-caliber specimen showcasing the stunning luminosity for which Fluorite is prized.

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2010s Pakistani Loose Gemstones

Materials

Fluorite

120.4 Carat Oval-Cut Fluorite
120.4 Carat Oval-Cut Fluorite

120.4 Carat Oval-Cut Fluorite

$1,926Sale Price|20% Off

120.4 Carat Oval-Cut Fluorite

Located in New York, NY

This impressive 120.4 carat natural Fluorite gemstone is a museum-caliber specimen showcasing the stunning luminosity and color zoning for which Fluorite is prized.

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2010s Pakistani Loose Gemstones

Materials

Fluorite

Amethyst Geode with Calcite on Custom Stand, Metal & Wood, India
Amethyst Geode with Calcite on Custom Stand, Metal & Wood, India

Amethyst Geode with Calcite on Custom Stand, Metal & Wood, India

Located in New York, NY

This exceptional Amethyst Geode with Calcite is a museum-quality specimen that commands attention. Featuring rich, grape jelly purple Amethyst crystals with high luster and excellent...

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2010s Mounted Objects

Materials

Amethyst, Crystal, Metal

GIA Certified Pink Natural Saltwater Conch Pearl & Diamond Platinum Brooch
GIA Certified Pink Natural Saltwater Conch Pearl & Diamond Platinum Brooch

GIA Certified Pink Natural Saltwater Conch Pearl & Diamond Platinum Brooch

Located in Miami, FL

The untreated pink coloration and substantial size make this specimen museum-quality, representing one of nature's most precious organic gems with significant collector and investmen...

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Turquoise Bracelet Lander Blue Rarest Turquoise on Earth, Certified Authentic
Turquoise Bracelet Lander Blue Rarest Turquoise on Earth, Certified Authentic

Turquoise Bracelet Lander Blue Rarest Turquoise on Earth, Certified Authentic

Located in Northampton, MA

It has sold for thousands of dollars per carat, with museum-grade specimens fetching even more. A Cuff of Distinction The sterling silver cuff measures 5.7" in circumference with a...

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Mid-20th Century American Artisan Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Organic Abstract Cast Paper Sculpture Relief Painting Suzanne Anker
Organic Abstract Cast Paper Sculpture Relief Painting Suzanne Anker

Organic Abstract Cast Paper Sculpture Relief Painting Suzanne Anker

By Suzanne Anker

Located in Surfside, FL

Anker frequently works with "pre-defined and found materials"botanical specimens, medical museum artifacts, laboratory apparatus, microscopic images and geological specimens.

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1990s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Mixed Media

Mechanical Equatorial Sundial by Johann Michael Bergauer, Gilded Brass
Mechanical Equatorial Sundial by Johann Michael Bergauer, Gilded Brass

Mechanical Equatorial Sundial by Johann Michael Bergauer, Gilded Brass

By Johann Michael Bergauer

Located in Milano, IT

The spring that allowed for the two parts of the instrument to remain open is missing (absent even in the comparative specimens kept in museums). The sundial is composed of two ov...

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Antique 1730s Austrian Baroque Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

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