English Natural Specimens

A 20th century cast giant clam shell. Weathered condition.

PRESENTING A ‘FANTASTICALLY’ RARE, EXCEPTIONAL QUALITY and MUSEUM QUALITY Pair of Regency Shell Art Floral Bouquets under Glass Domes. Made in Englan...

This is a rare and magnificent object fashioned from a rare coco de mer nut and Ostrich egg by Antony Redmile. The box is secured to a wooden base with a silvered stand, holding both sides of the coconut. The coconut is a rich dark chocolate brown and appears to be warmly polished. The top of the box is silvered and adorned with beautiful malachite specimens. 2 small cast resin boar's teeth set with malachite are present on either side of the box, much like handles. Decorative silvered fittings hold ostrich eggs that serve as the lids to the box. Finally, a silvered fitting holds an oval malachite finial...

Regency Blue John Goblet Early 19th Century Carved from Blue John, the rare English fluorspar found exclusively in Derbyshire, this impressive Regency-period goblet exemplifies the ...

A collection of three 'Grand Tour' English / Italian polychrome marble plaques or paperweights, one rectangular; two of cartouche form, the 'Derbyshire' or 'Belgian Black' marble slabs inset with native English stones 'Blue John' (Derbyshire Spar), 'Duke's Red', 'Bird's-Eye', and foreign Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, and Jasper in 'ovoid' and 'kidney' form inlays. Measurements : Rectangular plaque: 8" by 4.63" by .88" Cartouche plaque...

A large-scale natural fossilised ammonite specimen. Sourced from South Ferriby Quarry, Lincolnshire, this striking fossil is of impressive scale, prominent structure, and museum qual...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for this amazing suite of original natural history museum cased specimens A very rare find, these are old examples and some very interesting pieces, the list is as follows 1:- POM 17615 PINGUICULA 2:- POM 17600 VENUS FLYTRAP...

Vintage Copeland Parian Figures, Young England & His Sister. A very good pair of Copeland figures, Parian Ware, entitled 'Young England' and 'Young England's Sister'. Both figures cast by the sculptor George Halse. Young England is seen reading a book with a cricket bat resting behind him, whilst his sister is holding a book and pencil with a croquet mallet and ball behind her. found on their bases 'Young England, Copeland M91, Copyright Reserved, G. Halse Sc' & 'Young England.s Sister, Copeland N96, Copyright Reserved'. 'Parian' is the name now used for a form of porcelain developed in England in the early 1840's essentially designed to imitate carved marble. It is a high quality unglazed porcelain, a type of bisque porcelain, prepared in a liquid form and cast in a mould. This was at the time when large marble statues...

Rare and unusual tea caddy crafted from a coco de mer shell featuring amethyst stone handles and embellishments, ostrich egg tops with refined metal work, and antelope horn side hand...

A large-scale fossilised natural ammonite specimen from an ex UK private collection. Sourced from South Ferriby Quarry, Lincolnshire, this striking fossil is of prominent structure, ...

An interesting collection of twelve natural, prehistoric English ammonite fossil specimens of varying shapes and sizes – ranging from 11 cm (4.33 in) wide to 2.5cm wide (0.98 in). Ex...

An interesting collection of twelve natural, prehistoric English ammonite fossil specimens of varying shapes and sizes – ranging from 9.5 cm (3.74 in) wide to 2.5cm wide (0.98 in). E...

A Coco De Mer sculpture by Glyn Lockett with silvered brass stem, the pudendum with silver wire inset with lapis and seed pearls on silver mounted boar tusk feet and with makers silv...

A collection of museum minerals in a display case. Presented in a sleek glazed case, the set includes 48 European minerals, including a gold vial, a rock with traces of gold, lapis l...

Pair of 1970s Anthony Redmile mounted horns with silver plated details and polished tiger eye Signed and stamped on the base. Good vintade overall condition

A boxed collection of 30 Cornish minerals, presented in the original black and gilt glazed wooden box, the specimens numbered with corresponding keys to...

A large natural pyrite of an unusual form sourced from the ex UK private collection. This native British mineral has a lustrous exterior that catches the light beautifully. Natural...

A large, striking burl wood natural sculpture. Showcasing natures raw and natural beauty with intricate swirls, knots and textures it invites closer inspection. Mounted on a minimali...

Cumberland, England This fine calcite specimen features a bounty of well terminated crystals, clear to white hue in color, some reaching up to half an inch in length. A large specim...

Set of two amazing anatomical models university, circa 1950s. Measurements from left: height 30 cm, 23 cm.

Rare 19th century decorative carved treen corkscrew circa 1880. Superb decorative piece of treen hand carved using a hardwood.  Due to the oversized nature of this piece it would ma...

A pair of antique adult horse skulls.

A wonderful Victorian taxidermy swan head with glass eyes and bright orange and black bill, mounted on a carved wooden shield and oak leaf plague.

An outstanding large British natural dogtooth calcite specimen from Cheddar Gorge, Somerset UK. This native British specimen is a rare find. Formed ov...

From West Boltsburn Mine, Rockhope District, Weardale, England Beautiful specimen of purple fluorite crystals covered with overgrowth of siderite crystals with siderite. The specim...

A striking natural tree trunk pedestal from 20th-century England, showcasing the organic beauty and texture of aged wood. Retaining its original rustic surface with a weathered patin...

Cast lead bones handmade for Merit. Extremely heavy and unique tabletop object and sculpture. Made in England. Only one bone still available.

A Coco De Mer sculpture by Glyn Lockett with silvered brass stem, the pudendum set with a black south sea pearl on chain hung silver mounted antelope horn feet, with maker's silver m...

A unusual travelling tradesman's soap display case, early 20th century in age likely Edwardian. A segmented internal draw hidden via the sliding cover,...

From Greenlaws Mine, Victoria Flatt, Weardale, County Durham, England Lustrous transparent-to-translucent purple-grey cubic fluorite crystals. The flu...

This set contains 24 marble specimens, the specimens including serpentine, granite, and Poltesco marble from Cornwall. The specimens take various shapes, including perfectly formed b...

A varied collection of fifteen natural, prehistoric ammonite fossil specimens of varying shapes and sizes – ranging from 10.5 cm (4.13 in) wide to 2 cm wide (0.79 in). Ex. private co...

An interesting collection of fifteen natural, prehistoric English ammonite fossil specimens of varying shapes and sizes – ranging from 9.5 cm (3.74 in) wide to 2.5cm wide (0.98 in). ...

A large cabinet mineral specimen of natural galena from Greenlaws Mine, Weardale, England, ex. private collection of Eric Holland. This stunning example comes presented on one of our...

A large natural cabinet scale pyrite specimen, originating from 5/15 level Wheal Jane Mine, Cornwall. This native British specimen has a lustrous exterior that catches the light bea...

A large cabinet scale pyrite specimen displayed in a museum-quality Victorian glass domed display case, dating to circa 1890. Originating from 5/15 level Wheal Jane Mine, Cornwall, ...

A natural cabinet scale pyrite specimen. Originating from 5/15 level Wheal Jane Mine, Cornwall, this native British specimen has a lustrous exterior that catches the light beautiful...

A large natural pyrite plate-like specimen. Originating from 5/15 level Wheal Jane Mine, Cornwall, this native British pyrite coating on calcite has a lustrous exterior with elements...

1960s very large industrial casting foundry mould (Mould 1080.9) 1960s very large industrial casting foundry mould (Mould 1080.9). We recently cleared the Victorian warehouses of ...

A Coco De Mer sculpture by Glyn Lockett with a gilt metal spiral stem, the penned with seed pearls, on gilt metal mounted Chamois antelope/goat or feet with makers monogram. This is...

A rare, naturally occurring witherite plate specimen from Settlingstones Mine in Northumberland UK, presented on an exclusive medium size painted plaster display plinth. Originally w...

A collection of 6 natural, native copper specimens, each presented on an exclusive small wooden display base. Ex. private British collection, this gro...

1960s very large industrial casting foundry mould (Mould 1080.12) 1960s very large industrial casting foundry mould (Mould 1080.12). We recently cleared the Victorian warehouses of ...

We are delighted to offer for sale this very nice lump of burr walnut Ideal for making a display stand, its heavily burred Dimensions: Height 8cm Width 20.5cm Depth 16...

19th Century English Mahogany Schooner Ship Model, Great Attention To Detail. This came out of a very important collection.

A fascinating collection of sixteen natural, prehistoric English ammonite fossil specimens of varying shapes and sizes – ranging from 11 cm (4.33 in) wide to 2 cm wide (0.79 in). Ex....

Fine 19th century English mahogany schooner steam boad model in custom case. Great attention to detail. This came from a very prominent North Shore Estate. Would look great displayed...

A large natural pyrite specimen. Originating from 5/15 level Wheal Jane Mine, Cornwall, this native British pyrite has a lustrous exterior that catches the light beautifully. Natura...