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Period: 15th Century and Earlier
Polished Petrified Wood Paperweight
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice vintage polished petrified wood paper weight, circa old! The piece is in very good condition with wonderful brown and tan colors and measures 4.5"W x 3.5"D x 3.75"H. Col...
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Congolese Mid-Century Modern Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Petrified Wood

Ancient Celtic 'Killed' Sword
Located in Long Island City, NY
Beginning in the Bronze Age, in much of what is now Europe, there emerged a practice of ritually “killing” weapons and other possessions to be buried with the warrior to whom they ha...
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European Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

bronze age ceremonial cup stone
Located in Vosselaar, BE
This peculiar archeological piece is described as a 'cup stone'. These cup marked stones have been found worldwide and been dated from 300.000 bc up to 1000 bc. The exact purpose of ...
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Scandinavian Archaistic Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

Egyptian Painted Sarcophagus Mask
Located in Astoria, NY
Egyptian Painted Sarcophagus Mask, gesso over wood composite, mounted on metal base. Overall: 11" H x 7.5" W x 3.75" D. Provenance: From a Fifth Avenue Collection.
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Egyptian Egyptian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Gesso, Wood

La Tolita-Tumaco Standing Female Figure
Located in Chicago, IL
This standing effigy was crafted in 500 A.D. - 1000 A.D. Mesoamerica using the gray clay paste that characterizes La Tolita-Tumaco ceramics of early Colombia-Ecuador. The art of La Tolita-Tumaco civilization is considered one of the most developed of the pre-Columbian period as metalwork and ceramics were the most popular form of cultural expression. The ceramic creations of this culture were often based on the human figure to create portraits of people and realistic daily scenes of life cycles and the human condition. This figure appears to be wearing a loincloth and is adorned with a beaded necklace and an elaborate coiffure or headdress. There are holes lining each ear indicating the potential use of ear spools...
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South American Pre-Columbian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Terracotta Han Guards in Polychrome Paint China Han-Dynastie, TL Tested
Located in Salzburg, AT
Pair of terracotta Han guardsmen in polychrome paint China TL tested Pair of rare standing male terracotta sculptures/warriors of the Chinese Han dynasty from the 2nd century BC. W...
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Chinese Han Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta, Acrylic

Tyrannosaurus Rex Tooth in Fossil Matrix
Located in London, GB
Tyrannosaurus Rex Tooth in Fossil Matrix. Late Cretaceous, circa 65 Million years before present. Lance Formation, Marchant Ranch Quarry, Niobrara County, Wy...
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Other

Megalodon Tooth
Located in New York, NY
This Megalodon tooth originates from the fossil-rich coastal deposits of South Carolina, a locality long celebrated for yielding some of the finest examples of these prehistoric trea...
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American Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Other

Polished Split Amethyst Geode Surrounded by White Quartz and Agate
Located in London, GB
Polished to a breath-taking finish and presented on an artistic wooden stand, this unique and beautiful piece displays a half geode. The edges of the geodes have been polished reveal...
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Uruguayan Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Quartz

10" Alethopteris & Neuropteris Natural Tree Fern Fossil Specimen
Located in Warrenton, OR
10" Alethopteris & Neuropteris Natural Tree Fern Fossil Specimen, 300 - 360 years old apx. This is a rather lush plant fossil natural specimen. The measurements point to point di...
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American Prehistoric Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Organic Material

Pre Columbian Double-Spouted Anthropomorphic Vessel
Located in seoul, KR
This double-spouted vessel originates from the Peru and is distinguished by its sculptural anthropomorphic design. One of the chambers is shaped as a human figure with a triangular f...
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Peruvian Pre-Columbian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Neuropteris Ovata Species, Natural Tree Fern Fossil Specimen apx 305 million yrs
Located in Warrenton, OR
Neuropteris Ovata Species, Natural Tree Fern Fossil Specimen apx 305 million yrs old. Discovered in Pennsylvania, this is a beautiful plant fossil natural specimen. Colors occurred n...
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American Prehistoric Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Organic Material

Stunning Very Large Amethyst Cluster with Agate and White Quartz
Located in London, GB
This is an extraordinarily large half geode with a vibrant color. The interior of the piece reflects the beauty of a natural wonder, due to its intensely deep purple amethyst crystals. The edges of the geodes have been polished, revealing a vibrant combination of grey/blue agate, pink jasper...
Category

Uruguayan Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Quartz

Exquisite Han Dynasty Ceramic Horse
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Own a tangible piece of history with this captivating antique ceramic horse, a relic , probably from the illustrious Han Dynasty , This beautifully restored artefact offers a uniqu...
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Chinese Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Han Dynasty Pottery Horses and Equestrian Riders
Located in Dallas, TX
A wonderful pair of Ex Sotheby’s painted Polychrome Equestrian Horse and Riders made from gray pottery, Presents beautifully and guaranteed authentic with provenance and COA. Measures: Height 11.5 inches and width 11 inches Condition: Possible professional restorations but not detectable. Provenance: Sotheby’s London. 16th November, 1999. Lot 12 (2 of 4 horses in that lot). Sotheby’s New York, NY September 14, 2019. The importance of the horse in the history and culture of China can be viewed, in part, through the artistic legacy of this great civilization. In sculpture, painting, and literature, horses were glorified and revered. Horses were believed to be related to mythological dragons, reflecting their sacred status within society. During the unification of China under the Han Dynasty, bands of mounted nomadic warriors from the north threatened the country. In order to thwart their attacks, the Chinese sought to import stronger, faster steeds from Central Asia (as opposed to the Mongol ponies used by the invaders), eventually leading to the creation of the Silk Road. This small sculpture of a mounted soldier reveals the crucial military role of the horse. When compared to the diminutive stature of the rider, the importance of the horse becomes readily apparent. This creature provided security and strength, allowing the Empire to secure its borders and expand its influences across Central Asia. The magnificent regalia of the horse, including a brilliantly painted saddle in red and green/gold, reflect the respect this animal received. The warrior as well is gorgeously decorated with a painted red tunic and gray chest...
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Chinese Chinoiserie Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Genuine Natural Spinosaurus Dinosaur Tooth
Located in New York, NY
Spinosaurus (meaning "spine lizard") is a genus of theropod dinosaur that lived in what now is North Africa, during the upper Albian to upper Turonian stages of the Cretaceous period...
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Other

Genuine Polished Petrified Wood Stump from Arizona
Located in New York, NY
This large and beautiful hand-polished petrified wood stump is sourced from Arizona and polished to a mirrored finish. It has an amazing pattern with vibrant hues of brown, yellow, a...
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American Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Other

Gandharan Standing Bodhisattva Maitreya, Carved Black Schist, 2nd-4th Century
Located in Austin, TX
An impressive and well carved Gandharan figure of the Bodhisattva Maitreya, the Buddha of the Future, carved black schist, ancient Kingdom of Gand...
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Pakistani Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Schist

Japanese antique pottery, rare Shigaraki ware vase/ Withered grayish white vase
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a Shigaraki ware ceramic piece, crafted in Shiga Prefecture, Japan. Shigaraki ware originates from the Shigaraki region and dates back as far as the 8th century. It is one of...
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Japanese Other Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Woolly Mammoth Tooth
Located in New York, NY
This extraordinary Woolly Mammoth tooth from Siberia is a rare relic of the Pleistocene epoch, dating back tens of thousands of years. Exhibiting distinct ridges and exceptional pres...
Category

Asian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Other

Large Tang Dynasty Pottery Painted Lokapalas Sculptures 28 Inches
Located in Dallas, TX
Tang Dynasty Pair of Painted Pottery Lokapalas Tang Dynasty (618-907), Height: 27.25 x 11.5 x 7" each PROVENANCE: Weisbrod Chinese Art, Ltd., New York Condition: Losses and resto...
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Chinese Tang Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

7.5" Alethopteris Species Natural Tree Fern Fossil Specimen, 305 million yrs
Located in Warrenton, OR
7.5" Alethopteris Species Natural Tree Fern Fossil Specimen, 305 million yrs old apx. This plant fossil specimen is unique and subtantial. In addition to the two large fern leaf fos...
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American Prehistoric Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Organic Material

Very old Japanese excavated earthenware/Wabi Sabi vase
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is earthenware excavated in Japan. It has a very beautiful shape and is well balanced. The color of the pottery is light brown because it is fired at a low temperature. Dependin...
Category

Japanese Other Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Early Ming Dynasty Chinese Buddha Statue, circa 14th Century
Located in Dallas, TX
A very fine late Yuan to early Ming Chinese terracotta gilt and polychrome painted Buddha figure, he is dressed in thick robes, his hair arranged in ty...
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Chinese Ming Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Northern Wei Dynasty Painted Terracotta Horse Torso, 386–534 A.D. or Later
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
A sculptural terracotta horse from the Northern Wei Dynasty (386–534 A.D.), featuring the head and torso rendered in a dynamic, upright pose. The surface is richly decorated with swi...
Category

Chinese Primitive Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Stunning Labradorite sphere
Located in London, GB
This stunning sphere is crafted from Labradorite, a mesmerizing mineral renowned for its remarkable play of colors, known as labradorescence. The sphere predominantly showcases a gre...
Category

Malagasy Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal

A Roman Marble Sculpture of Hercules, Circa 1st / 2nd Century AD Ex Sotheby's
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Roman Marble Sculpture of Hercules, Circa 1st / 2nd Century AD The sculpture is nude except for the draped Nemean lion skin. Provenance: Sotheby's London, December 14, 1981, lot ...
Category

Italian Classical Roman Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

Japanese antique pottery bowl/Tokoname ware/12th-13th century/excavated pottery
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a pottery called Tokoname ware. Tokoname is a kiln located in Aichi Prefecture, Japan (Tokoname Kiln is marked with a red circle on the map). It is said to have originated ar...
Category

Japanese Other Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Gupta Empire Torso of Vishnu
Located in Chicago, IL
A mesmerizing Gupta Empire (mid-3rd century BCE - 543 AD) mounted terracotta torso of a standing Vishnu. Vishnu is the preserver god, which means he p...
Category

Bangladeshi Hellenistic Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Azurite with Malachite
Located in London, GB
A magnificent large specimen from Guangdong, China, displaying a captivating blend of deep blue azurite and rich green malachite. The surface is covered with crystals of varying size...
Category

Chinese Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Malachite

Mariopteris Species Natural Tree Fern Fossil Specimen, 300+ Million Years Old
Located in Warrenton, OR
Mariopteris Species Natural Tree Fern Fossil Specimen, 300+ Million Years Old Discovered in Pennsylvania. Hues occur naturally over time through the mineralization process. The hues ...
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American Prehistoric Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Organic Material

Vintage Clear Rock Crystal Quartz Tower / Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
Admired since ancient times, clear rock crystal quartz is prized for its extraordinary natural design and beauty. This vintage 1970s tower is polished and presented in a wonderful to...
Category

American Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Quartz, Rock Crystal

Chinese Ming Dynasty Longquan Celadon Peony Deep Dish, 14th-15th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A beautiful Chinese celadon glazed deep dish with an impressed peony design to the center, Ming Dynasty, circa 1400, Longquan kilns, China. The lovey dish covered in an attractive ...
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Chinese Ming Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Spectral Symphony: Multi-Colored Fluorite from the USA
Located in London, GB
Behold the dazzling beauty of this multi-colored fluorite specimen from the USA, featuring a rich palette of violet hues interspersed with transparent areas and edges adorned with a ...
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American Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Quartz

Golden Pyrite Sculpture
Located in London, GB
An extraordinary sculptural formation of golden pyrite from the famous Huanzala Mine in Ancash, Peru, composed of perfect interlocking cubes of varying sizes that appear almost hand-...
Category

Peruvian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Pyrite

Monumental dynamic split geode
Located in London, GB
A very large split geode, the interior graced with the finest quality deep purple Uruguayan amethyst. The amethyst-lined stalactite walls of the ge...
Category

Uruguayan Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Quartz

Large Early Tang Dynasty Painted Pottery Model of a Prancing Horse, TL Tested
Located in Austin, TX
A magnificent and large early Tang dynasty (618-906 AD) model of a prancing or dancing horse, circa 7th century. The majestic animal is caught mid-motion, one leg raised, head grace...
Category

Chinese Tang Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Alethopteris & Neuropteris Natural Tree Fern Fossil Specimen
Located in Warrenton, OR
Alethopteris & Neuropteris Natural Tree Fern Fossil Specimen, 300 - 360 years old apx. Discovered in Pennsylvania. Colors occurred naturally over time through the mineralization ...
Category

American Prehistoric Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Organic Material

Exceptional “Excalibur” Amethyst Formation, Calcite, Agate, Quartz
Located in London, GB
With its extremely unusual central amethyst epimorph after calcite, this natural wonder evokes images of the legendary sword, Excalibur, magically fixed in the stone. Elsewhere we ...
Category

Uruguayan Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Quartz

Late-Medieval Knopped Bronze Candlestick Bell Base, Netherlands, 15th Century
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
An 15th Century Gothic socket candlestick in in bronze with a pronounced bell foot, integral drip tray, and a slender, knopped stem rising to a tall socket with an early clean-out ap...
Category

Dutch Medieval Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Canopus Jar "Asmet", 1069 - 664 B.C, Egypt
Located in Girona, Spain
Canopus Jar "Asmet", With certificate of authenticity. 1069 - 664 B.C, Egypt. Good condition. Egyptian culture are "Canopus jars". These were vessels ...
Category

Egyptian Egyptian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Alabaster

Large Smokey Quartz Crystal with Black Tourmaline
Located in London, GB
An impressive, large single crystal point of smoky quartz with pleasing facets. The interior of the quartz crystal is interspersed with gorgeous black tourmaline in a variety of orie...
Category

Brazilian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Quartz, Tourmaline

Pair of Tang Dynasty Sancai Glazed Tomb Guardians, Zhenmushou, 7th-8th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A fantastic and powerful pair of Chinese Tang Dynasty three-color (sancai) glazed zhenmushou, tomb guardian figures, late 7th or early 8th century. TL t...
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Chinese Tang Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

Smoky Quartz Formation
Located in London, GB
A wonderful large formation of smokey quartz, unpolished and with all its natural lustre, the piece is wonderfully sculptural in quality. This piece was legally and ethically sou...
Category

Brazilian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Quartz

Ancient Greek Terracotta Antefix in Form of the Head of Artemis Bendis, Taranto
Located in Antwerp, BE
Ancient Greek mould-made terracotta antefix decorated with the female head of the Goddess Artemis Bendis. Western Greek, Italy, Taranto, early 4th century BC. Two small feathered win...
Category

Italian Classical Greek Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Polished Golden Crystal Quartz Geode with Baroque Pearl
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
A rare large polished quartz geode with cream and golden hues and naturally forming crystal druzy formations. This specimen is from the Appalachian region of Kentucky. This was dug by hand and includes golden druzy crystal formations. This is a particularly large geode specimen...
Category

American Prehistoric Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Rock Crystal

Chrome Diopside Samax Mine, Merelani Hills, Lelatema Mtns., Tanzania
Located in New York, NY
Chrome Diopside Samax Mine, Merelani Hills, Lelatema Mtns., Simanjiro Dist., Manyara Region, Tanzania 6.3cm wide x 4.5cm tall In 2007, some of the highest quality chrome diopside sp...
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Tanzanian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Other

Fossilized Turtle Skull II
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully preserved 95+ million year old fossilized turtle skull from the Kem Kem fossil formation in Morocco, exhibiting outstanding anatomical detail. The bone structure remain...
Category

Moroccan Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Other

Natural Basalt Section with Amethyst Exposed
Located in London, GB
This fascinating section of basalt perfectly illustrates how the precious amethyst appears in the tunnels of the underground mines of Artigas. Glistening deep purple crystals jump ...
Category

Uruguayan Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Quartz

Celadon Ceramic Tea Bowl Korean Goryeo Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
An antique Korean ceramic tea bowl with celadon glaze from Goryeo dynasty, circa 12th century. The thin-walled stoneware bowl was potted delicately with...
Category

Korean Archaistic Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Prehistoric Ammonite Fossil or Natural Specimen
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This Prehistoric fossilized ammonite is likely from Madagascar and thousands of years old. This fossil is free standing and could be used as a unique design element as a natural specimen...
Category

Malagasy Prehistoric Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

Spectacular Citrine: Polished Perfection from Brazil
Located in London, GB
Feast your eyes on this breathtaking polished citrine from Brazil, a true marvel of natural artistry. This stunning specimen boasts remarkable transparency, allowing the rich brownis...
Category

Brazilian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Quartz

Rough geode section with contrasting amethyst
Located in London, GB
Like a treasure chest, this striking geode section shows the incredible contrast between the rough volcanic stone (basalt) in which the geodes are found, and the radiant amethystine ...
Category

Uruguayan Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Quartz

Blue Celestite Heart Shaped Geode with Natural Forming Baroque Pearls on Lucite
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
Blue heart-shaped celestite geode adorned with coordinating naturally forming baroque pearls. The name for this specific geode is derived from the Latin word Caelestis, meaning "cel...
Category

Moroccan Organic Modern Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Rock Crystal

Grape agate with calcium carbonate
Located in London, GB
A stunning grape agate with calcium carbonate arrangement! Origin: Indonesia
Category

Indonesian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Agate, Rock Crystal

Chinese Neolithic Painted Pottery Jar, Machang Period #5
Located in Bradenton, FL
Chinese Neolithic Pottery Jar from the Majiayao Culture, specifically the Machang phase, in northwest China, and dating back roughly 4000 yea...
Category

Chinese Other Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Very Large Exquisite Pyritized Ammonite Pair (Speetoniceras sp.)
Located in New York, NY
Ammonites are an extinct group of marine cephalopods, resembling the modern nautilus. These fascinating creatures had a soft body with tentacles that emerged from a hollow, chambered...
Category

Russian Prehistoric Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone, Pyrite

Lapis lazuli sphere
Located in London, GB
This captivating lapis lazuli sphere from Afghanistan features a deep, royal blue body accented with delicate veins of golden pyrite and soft white calcite. Place of origin: Afghani...
Category

Afghan Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Lapis Lazuli, Rock Crystal

Mantelliceras Fossil Ammonite On Steel Mount
Located in Scorton, GB
CONDITION REPORT Specimen: Mantelliceras Ammonite Provenance: Anti-Atlas Mountain Range, Agadir Region, Morocco, NWA Chronostratigraphy: Upper Cretaceous, ~135 Ma Specimen Dimension...
Category

North African Prehistoric Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Limestone, Stainless Steel

Genuine Hollardops Mesacristata Trilobite on Matrix (1.15 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
Trilobites, an early arthropod relative of spiders, horseshoe crabs, and scorpions, preserved in this level of detail only occurred as a result of very sudden underwater landslides c...
Category

Moroccan Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Cement, Other

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