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Collection of 5 Natural Pyrite Mineral Specimens
$2,178.33
£1,575
€1,861.06
CA$3,010.79
A$3,348.19
CHF 1,757.35
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NOK 22,209.47
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About the Item
A varied collection of 5 natural pyrite mineral specimens, each presented on an exclusive small wooden display base.
Ex. private British collection, this group contains a range of superb small pyrite specimens in different forms including a pyrite sun/dollar and cubes in pyrite.
Naturally formed over millions of years, these striking mineral specimens showcase a distinctive golden colour, typical of pyrite, for which its metallic lustre is famously named ‘Fool’s Gold’.
This brilliant group of specimens have been hand-selected from British collections to create a unique set, ideal for use as natural sculpture in an interior. Arranged in any formation, they make striking decorative pieces for a collector’s cabinet or sideboard, showcasing wondrous specimens of the natural world.
Provenance
From the fascinating collection of Gordon Walkden (1944-2022), emeritus Professor of Geology at Aberdeen University. Affectionally known as Aberdeen’s answer to Indiana Jones, Walkden contributed enormously to research through his papers and talks on British marbles, minerals and fossils. Highly respected in his field, Walkden was active throughout his retirement, invited to Windsor Castle to identify marbles used in the Albert Memorial Chapel. This is just one of various specimens we are selling originally from his outstanding collection.
Additional Information
Largest specimen, excl. base: H 11.5 x W 6.5 x D 6cm
Smallest specimen, excl base: H 6 x W 5 x D 5cm
Pyrite sun/dollar - ø8cm
Comes with 5 exclusive small custom-made plaster display plinths – ø11 x H 6.5cm
Total weight of specimens, excl. bases: 2kg
- Dimensions:Height: 6.7 in (17 cm)Width: 3.15 in (8 cm)Depth: 3.15 in (8 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Prehistoric
- Condition:Good structural condition. Naturally made, prehistoric specimens formed by nature over millions of years. Formations, variations and markings are natural and are to be celebrated as features of each specimen.
- Seller Location:Wormelow, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 343281stDibs: LU2096343061272
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