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19th Century Bismuthinite Mineral Natural History Specimen Curio
$1,764.98
£1,295
€1,518.46
CA$2,434.95
A$2,707.76
CHF 1,422.18
MX$33,105.14
NOK 17,721.68
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About the Item
A lustrous silver Bismuthinite specimen, housed in its original glass and turned ebonised display bubble.
Bismuth also known as "white mass" It is a post-transition metal and one of the pnictogens
This particular specimen showcases the stairstep crystal structure, fixed to the ebonised base and laid upon a blue velvet backing, the glass dome again is not removable and the specimen will mount on a wall with the back hanging hoop.
last quarter of the 19th century in age, English in origins
15cm in diameter
10cm in height
- Dimensions:Height: 3.94 in (10 cm)Diameter: 5.91 in (15 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:19th century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Lowestoft, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU4612140812222
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