Object Description
A striking collection of 7 mineral specimens in natural form sourced from an ex British private collection.
Each presented on exclusive custom display plinths, this collection showcases a range of outstanding large cabinet specimens formed over millions of years, each with their own impressive colours, characteristics and qualities.
This group contains a range of superb small specimens including a vibrant blue Sodalite, an impressive banded boron ore and a striking yellow orpiment. Further details below:
This impressive group of mineral specimens have been hand-selected from collections to create a unique set, ideal for use as natural sculpture in an interior. Arranged in any formation, they make striking small cabinet pieces for a collectors, showcasing wondrous specimens of natural history.
Displayed left to right:
A: Quartz with chrysocolla, Congo
D: Banded boron ore, Russia
E: Orpiment, Peru
F: Sodalite, Arkansas, USA
G: Talc with Actinolite, Norway
B & C remain unidentified.
Additional information
Comes with 7 exclusive small custom-made wooden display plinths – ø8 x H5.5 cm (3.15 x 2.17in)
The overall dimensions stated are for the largest specimen (sodalite) and base.
The overall weight is for the specimens and bases combined.
Additional dimensions (specimen only)
Largest specimen (sodalite): H10 x W6 x D3 cm
Total weight of specimens, excl. bases: 1.66kg