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Vintage Decorative Ammonite, African, Opalized Fossil, Display, Specimen, C.1970
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This is a vintage decorative ammonite. An African, opalized fossil on display plinth, dating to millions of years ago, polished and presented, circa 1970.
Natural beauty and decorative interest to this striking fossil specimen
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order
Wonderfully intact, the ammonite fossil presents the full shell form
Fossilised during the Cretaceous period millions of years ago
Excellent dendritic patterns in the form of fine white sutures
Translucent to direct light, revealing warm ember hues
Presented neatly upon a wooden base in the rustic manner
Can be lifted from the plinth to enjoy the polished tactility
This is an exceptional vintage decorative ammonite, with beautiful detail and a polished, tactile finish. Delivered ready to display.
Dimensions:
Max width: 16cm (6.25'')
Max depth: 10cm (4'')
Max height: 12.5cm (5'')
Fossil width: 13cm (5'')
Fossil depth: 3cm (1.25'')
Fossil height: 11cm (4.25'').
- Dimensions:Height: 4.93 in (12.5 cm)Width: 6.3 in (16 cm)Depth: 3.94 in (10 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Modern (Of the Period)
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- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1970
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good vintage condition.
- Seller Location:Hele, Devon, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 18.90561stDibs: LU2645333008562
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