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Collection of Minerals in Fan-shaped Case

$2,656.95
£1,895
€2,251.56
CA$3,625.97
A$4,037.85
CHF 2,101.48
MX$49,786.15
NOK 26,763.90
SEK 25,155.47
DKK 16,799.46
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A collection of minerals and crystals in a fan-shaped case. These exquisite minerals are nicely presented in a bevelled fan-shaped mahogany display case, dating to circa 1850, with delicate brass beading to its edges, as well as an original lock and key. This collection features rhodochrosite, pyrite, geodes, kyanite, sulphur, calcite, and dioptase. This exquisite group of specimens have been hand-selected from British collections to create a unique set. Arranged in any formation, they make striking decorative pieces for a sideboard or collector’s cabinet, showcasing wondrous specimens of the natural world. A bit more about some of the specimens featured... Calcite Formed over millions of years, this natural calcite specimen showcases spectacular dogtooth scalenohedral crystals – also known as dogtooth spar – and has a light coloured, almost translucent quality. Fluorite Fluorite forms in bands of largely fluorescent colour, hence its name. It is also known to change colour in different forms of light. Pyrite Naturally formed over millions of years, this pyrite cluster showcases a golden, brass-yellow colour, typical of the variety, with a metallic lustre, for which it is famously named ‘Fool’s Gold’. Rhodochrosite The colour of rhodochrosite is a brilliant pink, rose cherry red, or yellow in smooth crystal like formations. This mineral is often used in jewellery thanks to its shape and texture. It is often banded, and referred to as ‘bacon rock’ due to its white and pink stripes. Additional information These semi-precious stones vary from finger nail size up to 6cm2 (2.36in2). Overall dimensions are for the case.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.55 in (9 cm)Width: 16.34 in (41.5 cm)Depth: 11.62 in (29.5 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Prehistoric
  • Condition:
    Case stands on 4 round brass balled feet and has a hinge lid. Naturally made, prehistoric specimens formed by nature over millions of years. As such, formations, variations and markings are natural and to be celebrated as features of each specimen.
  • Seller Location:
    Wormelow, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 9356941stDibs: LU2096339946322

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