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Gems, minerals, lapidary Works of art and natural HistorySunday November 23, 2014 Los Angeles

Bonhams220 San Bruno AvenueSan Francisco, California 94103© 2014, Bonhams & Butterfields Auctioneers Corp.; All rights reserved. Bond No. 57BSBGL0808

Bonhams 7601 W. Sunset BoulevardLos Angeles, California 90046 bonhams.com

PreviewSan Francisco (highlights only) Friday November 14, 10am to 5pm Saturday November 15, 10am to 5pm Sunday November 16, 10am to 5pm

Los AngelesThursday November 20, 12pm to 5pmFriday November 21, 10am to 5pmSaturday November 22, 10am to 5pm

Bids+1 (323) 850 7500+1 (323) 850 6090 fax

To bid via the internet please visit www.bonhams.com

sale numBer: 21819Lots 1001 - 1396

Catalog: $35

inquiriesClaudia FlorianCo-Consulting Director+1 (323) 436 [email protected]

Tom LindgrenCo-Consulting Director+1 (323) 436 [email protected]

Automated Results Service+1 (800) 223 2854

Online bidding will be available for this auction. For further information please visit:www.bonhams.com/21819

Please see pages 2 to 6 for bidder information including Conditions of Sale, after-sale collection and shipment.

illustrationsFront cover: Lot 1028First session page: Lot 1029Second session page: Lot 1186Back cover: Lot 1341

gems, minerals, laPidary works of art and natural historySunday November 23, 2014 at 10amLos Angeles

offsite sold ProPerty storage information

Please note that all lots listed at the beginning of our printed catalog, if not removed immediately after the sale, will be transferred to a nearby storage facility. For the convenience of the successful bidder of one or more of these lots, all purchased lots will be transferred to our offsite storage together. Please read the Conditions of Sale regarding the removal of sold lots.

Bonhams’ storage and logistics partner is Box Brothers, a well-known organization that specializes in crating, packaging and shipping.

Our storage and logistics partnership provides several beneficial services. The first being5 days of free storage.

• During this auction, clients will be expected to pick up all property from Bonhams by 5pm on Wednesday November 26, 2014.

• All items listed at the beginning of our printed catalog, along with all other items purchased, if not removed immediately after the sale, will be transferred to Box Brothers warehouse. With an appointment made 24 hours in advance, clients can pick up their property at 220 W. Ivy Ave, Unit C in Inglewood.

• Box Brothers will charge an uplift fee to transport your items to their warehouse. Small items that can be handled easily by one person will be charged $50. Larger items that can still be handled by one person will be charged $85. Large items that require two people to handle will be charged $100. Charges will be payable directly to Box Brothers. Should you choose to have Box Brothers ship or deliver your property, this uplift fee will be waived.

• Clients will have 5 days of free storage to retrieve their property or make arrangements with Box Brothers to pack and ship their property. Storage fees will begin to accrue on the 6th day of storage.

• Retrieval from the offsite warehouse is by appointment only. Clients must call 24 hours in advance. Clients can utilize the delivery services offered by Box Brothers or clients may make their own arrangements. Please call +1 (800) 474-7447.

• Box Brothers is available to ship internationally. They offer importing and exporting services. Clients can select either airfreight or ocean cargo delivery options, which range from door-to-port, door-to-airport with door-to-door service also available. Clients can ship one item, co-load or container load at a discounted rate through Box Brothers. Please call +1 (800) 474-7447 for more information.

• All purchases not designated for offsite storage will remain onsite at Bonhams for a period of 21 days beginning the date of the auction. During this 21 day period, clients may remove such property themselves, make arrangements with the Bonhams packaging and shipping department or provide their own shipper for removal of all property. If a client does not retrieve his/her property or finalize shipping arrangements within 21 days, the purchases will be removed to the offsite storage facility of Box Brothers. Again, uplift charges for packing and transport from our gallery to Box Brothers will be charged by Box Brothers.

• Payment of the hammer price, premium and any applicable sales taxes must be made directly to Bonhams prior to the release of property. Any removal, storage or other fees due to Box Brothers should be made directly to Box Brothers.

• Change of shipping address must be authorized by Bonhams Revenue Manager, Martin Romero, before Box Brothers will be permitted to re-route your purchases.

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Conditions of sale

The following Conditions of Sale, as amended by any published or posted notices or verbal announcements during the sale, constitute the entire terms and conditions on which property listed in the catalog shall be offered for sale or sold by Bonhams & Butterfields Auctioneers Corp. and any consignor of such property for whom we act as agent. If live online bidding is available for the subject auction, additional terms and conditions of sale relating to online bidding will apply; see www.bonhams.com/WebTerms for the supplemental terms. As used herein, “Bonhams,” “we” and “us” refer to Bonhams & Butterfields Auctioneers Corp.

1. As used herein, the term “bid price” means the price at which a lot is successfully knocked down to the purchaser. The term “purchase price” means the aggregate of (a) the bid price, (b) a PREMIUM retained by us and payable by the purchaser EQUAL TO 25% OF THE FIRST $100,000 OF THE BID PRICE, 20% OF THE AMOUNT OF THE BID PRICE ABOVE $100,000 UP TO AND INCLUDING $2,000,000, AND 12% OF THE AMOUNT OF THE BID PRICE OVER $2,000,000, and (c) unless the purchaser is exempt by law from the payment thereof, any California, Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Massachusetts, Nevada, New York, Pennsylvania, Texas, Washington, D.C., Washington state, or other state or local sales tax (or compensating use tax) and other applicable taxes.

2. On the fall of the auctioneer’s hammer, the highest bidder shall have purchased the offered lot in accordance and subject to compliance with all of the conditions set forth herein and (a) assumes full risk and responsibility therefor, (b) if requested will sign a confirmation of purchase, and (c) will pay the purchase price in full or such part as we may require for all lots purchased. No lot may be transferred. Any person placing a bid as agent on behalf of another (whether or not such person has disclosed that fact or the identity of the principal) may be jointly and severally liable with the principal under any contract resulting from the acceptance of a bid.

Unless otherwise agreed, payment in good funds is due and payable within five (5) business days following the auction sale. Whenever the purchaser pays only a part of the total purchase price for one or more lots purchased, we may apply such payments, in our sole discretion, to the lot or lots we choose. Payment will not be deemed made in full until we have collected good funds for all amounts due.

Payment for purchases may be made in or by (a) cash, (b) cashier’s check or money order, (c) personal check with approved credit drawn on a U.S. bank, (d) wire transfer or other immediate bank transfer, or (e) Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover credit, charge or debit card. A processing fee will be assessed on any returned checks. Please note that the amount of cash notes and cash equivalents that can be accepted from a given purchaser may be limited.

The purchaser grants us a security interest in the property, and we may retain as collateral security for the purchaser’s obligations to us, any property and all monies held or received by us for the account of the purchaser, in our possession. We retain all rights of a secured party under the California Commercial Code. If the foregoing conditions or any other applicable conditions herein are not complied with, in addition to other remedies available to us and the consignor by law, including without limitation, the right to hold the purchaser liable for the purchase price, we at our option may either (a) cancel the sale, retaining as liquidated damages all payments made by the purchaser or (b) resell the property, either publicly or privately, and in such

event the purchaser shall be liable for the payment of any deficiency plus all costs and expenses of both sales, our commission at our standard rates, all other charges due hereunder, attorneys’ fees, expenses and incidental damages. In addition, where two or more amounts are owed in respect of different transactions by the purchaser to us, to Bonhams 1793 Limited and/or to any of our other affiliates, subsidiaries or parent companies worldwide within the Bonhams Group, we reserve the right to apply any monies paid in respect of a transaction to discharge any amount owed by the purchaser. If all fees, commissions, premiums, bid price and other sums due to us from the purchaser are not paid promptly as provided in these Conditions of Sale, we reserve the right to impose a finance charge equal to 1.5% per month on all amounts due to us beginning on the 31st day following the sale until payment is received, in addition to other remedies available to us by law.

3. We reserve the right to withdraw any property and to divide and combine lots at any time before such property’s auction. Unless otherwise announced by the auctioneer at the time of sale, all bids are per lot as numbered in the catalog and no lots shall be divided or combined for sale.

4. We reserve the right to reject a bid from any bidder, to split any bidding increment, and to advance the bidding in any manner the auctioneer may decide. In the event of any dispute between bidders, or in the event the auctioneer doubts the validity of any bid, the auctioneer shall have sole and final discretion either to determine the successful bidder or to re-offer and resell the article in dispute. If any dispute arises after the sale, our sales records shall be conclusive in all respects.

5. If we are prevented by fire, theft or any other reason whatsoever from delivering any property to the purchaser or a sale otherwise cannot be completed, our liability shall be limited to the sum actually paid therefor by the purchaser and shall in no event include any compensatory, incidental or consequential damages.

6. If a lot is offered subject to a reserve, we may implement such reserve by bidding on behalf of the consignor, whether by opening bidding or continuing bidding in response to other bidders until reaching the reserve. If we have an interest in an offered lot and the proceeds therefrom other than our commissions, we may bid therefor to protect such interest. CONSIGNORS ARE NOT ALLOWED TO BID ON THEIR OWN ITEMS.

7. All statements contained in the catalog or in any bill of sale, condition report, invoice or elsewhere as to authorship, period, culture, source, origin, measurement, quality, rarity, provenance, importance, exhibition and literature of historical relevance, or physical condition ARE QUALIFIED STATEMENTS OF OPINION AND NOT REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES. No employee or agent of Bonhams is authorized to make on our behalf or on that of the consignor any representation or warranty, oral or written, with respect to any property.

8. All purchased property shall be removed from the premises at which the sale is conducted by the date(s) and time(s) set forth in the “Buyer’s Guide” portion of this catalog. Property designated with a “W” and associated purchased lots, if not removed promptly following sale, will be transferred to an offsite warehouse at the purchaser’s risk and expense, as set forth in more detail in the “Buyer’s Guide.” Purchased property that is permitted to remain onsite at Bonhams’ facility should be removed at the purchaser’s expense not later than 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time five (5) business days following the date of the sale. If not so removed, a storage fee of $5.00 per lot per day will

be payable to us by the purchaser beginning at the close of the 21st day following the sale, and we may thereafter transfer such property to an offsite warehouse at the purchaser’s risk and expense. Accounts must be settled in full before property will be released. Packing and handling of purchased lots are the responsibility of the purchaser. Bonhams can provide packing and shipping services for certain items as noted in the “Buyer’s Guide” section of the catalog.

9. The copyright in the text of the catalog and the photographs, digital images and illustrations of lots in the catalog belong to Bonhams or its licensors. You will not reproduce or permit anyone else to reproduce such text, photographs, digital images or illustrations without our prior written consent.

10. These Conditions of Sale shall bind the successors and assigns of all bidders and purchasers and inure to the benefit of our successors and assigns. No waiver, amendment or modification of the terms hereof (other than posted notices or oral announcements during the sale) shall bind us unless specifically stated in writing and signed by us. If any part of these Conditions of Sale is for any reason invalid or unenforceable, the rest shall remain valid and enforceable.

11. These Conditions of Sale and the purchaser’s and our respective rights and obligations hereunder are governed by the laws of the State of California. By bidding at an auction, each purchaser and bidder agrees to be bound by these Conditions of Sale. Any dispute, controversy or claim arising out of or relating to this agreement, or the breach, termination or validity thereof, brought by or against Bonhams (but not including claims brought against the consignor by the purchaser of lots consigned hereunder) shall be resolved by the procedures set forth below.

mediation and arBitration ProCedures

(a) Within 30 days of written notice that there is a dispute, the parties or their authorized and empowered representatives shall meet by telephone and/or in person to mediate their differences. If the parties agree, a mutually acceptable mediator shall be selected and the parties will equally share such mediator’s fees. The mediator shall be a retired judge or an attorney familiar with commercial law and trained in or qualified by experience in handling mediations. Any communications made during the mediation process shall not be admissible in any subsequent arbitration, mediation or judicial proceeding. All proceedings and any resolutions thereof shall be confidential, and the terms governing arbitration set forth in paragraph (c) below shall govern.

(b) If mediation does not resolve all disputes between the parties, or in any event no longer than 60 days after receipt of the written notice of dispute referred to above, the parties shall submit the dispute for binding arbitration before a single neutral arbitrator. Such arbitrator shall be a retired judge or an attorney familiar with commercial law and trained in or qualified by experience in handling arbitrations. Such arbitrator shall make all appropriate disclosures required by law. The arbitrator shall be drawn from a panel of a national arbitration service agreed to by the parties, and shall be selected as follows: (i) If the national arbitration service has specific rules or procedures, those rules or procedures shall be followed; (ii) If the national arbitration service does not have rules or procedures for the selection of an arbitrator, the arbitrator shall be an individual jointly agreed to by the parties. If the parties cannot agree on a national arbitration service, the arbitration shall be conducted by the American Arbitration Association, and the arbitrator

shall be selected in accordance with the Rules of the American Arbitration Association. The arbitrator’s award shall be in writing and shall set forth findings of fact and legal conclusions.

(c) Unless otherwise agreed to by the parties or provided by the published rules of the national arbitration service:

(i) the arbitration shall occur within 60 days following the selection of the arbitrator;

(ii) the arbitration shall be conducted in the designated location, as follows: (A) in any case in which the subject auction by Bonhams took place or was scheduled to take place in the State of New York or Connecticut or the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, the arbitration shall take place in New York City, New York; (B) in all other cases, the arbitration shall take place in the city of San Francisco, California; and

(iii) discovery and the procedure for the arbitration shall be as follows:

(A) All arbitration proceedings shall be confidential;

(B) The parties shall submit written briefs to the arbitrator no later than 15 days before the arbitration commences;

(C) Discovery, if any, shall be limited as follows: (I) Requests for no more than 10 categories of documents, to be provided to the requesting party within 14 days of written request therefor; (II) No more than two (2) depositions per party, provided however, the deposition(s) are to be completed within one (1) day; (III) Compliance with the above shall be enforced by the arbitrator in accordance with California law;

(D) Each party shall have no longer than eight (8) hours to present its position. The entire hearing before the arbitrator shall not take longer than three (3) consecutive days;

(E) The award shall be made in writing no more than 30 days following the end of the proceeding. Judgment upon the award rendered by the arbitrator may be entered by any court having jurisdiction thereof.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, and except as required by applicable arbitration rules, each party shall bear its own attorneys’ fees and costs in connection with the proceedings and shall share equally the fees and expenses of the arbitrator.

limited right of resCission

If within one (1) year from the date of sale, the original purchaser (a) gives written notice to us alleging that the identification of Authorship (as defined below) of such lot as set forth in the Bold tyPe heading of the catalog description of such lot (as amended by any saleroom notices or verbal announcements during the sale) is not substantially correct based on a fair reading of the catalog (including the terms of any glossary contained therein), and (b) within 10 days after such notice returns the lot to us in the same condition as at the time of sale, and (c) establishes the allegation in the notice to our satisfaction (including by providing one or more written opinions by recognized experts in the field, as we may reasonably require), then the sale of such lot will be rescinded and, unless we have already paid to the consignor monies owed him in connection with the sale, the original purchase price will be refunded.

If, prior to receiving such notice from the original purchaser alleging such defect, we have paid the consignor monies owed him in connection with the sale, we shall pay the original purchaser the amount of our commissions, any other sale proceeds to which we are entitled and applicable taxes received from the purchaser on the sale and make demand on the consignor to pay the balance of the original purchase price to the original purchaser. Should the consignor fail to pay such amount promptly, we may disclose the identity of the consignor and assign to the original purchaser our rights against the consignor with respect to the lot the sale of which is sought to be rescinded. Upon such disclosure and assignment, any liability of Bonhams as consignor’s agent with respect to said lot shall automatically terminate.

The foregoing limited right of rescission is available to the original purchaser only and may not be assigned to or relied upon by any subsequent transferee of the property sold. The purchaser hereby accepts the benefit of the consignor’s warranty of title and other representations and warranties made by the consignor for the purchaser’s benefit. Nothing in this section shall be construed as an admission by us of any representation of fact, express or implied, obligation or responsibility with respect to any lot. THE PURCHASER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE

REMEDY AGAINST BONHAMS FOR ANY REASON WHATSOEVER IS THE LIMITED RIGHT OF RESCISSION DESCRIBED IN THIS SECTION.

“Authorship” means only the identity of the creator, the period, culture and source or origin of the lot, as the case may be, as set forth in the BOLD TYPE heading of the print catalog entry. The right of rescission does not extend to: (a) works of art executed before 1870 (unless these works are determined to be counterfeits created since 1870), as this is a matter of current scholarly opinion which can change; (b) titles, descriptions, or other identification of offered lots, which information normally appears in lower case type below the BOLD TYPE heading identifying the Authorship; (c) Authorship of any lot where it was specifically mentioned that there exists a conflict of specialist or scholarly opinion regarding the Authorship of the lot at the time of sale; (d) Authorship of any lot which as of the date of sale was in accordance with the then generally-accepted opinion of scholars and specialists regarding the same; or (e) the identification of periods or dates of creation in catalog descriptions which may be proven inaccurate by means of scientific processes that are not generally accepted for use until after publication of the catalog in which the property is offered or that were unreasonably expensive or impractical to use at the time of such publication.

limitation of liaBility

EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED ABOVE, ALL PROPERTY IS SOLD “AS IS.” NEITHER BONHAMS NOR THE CONSIGNOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AS TO THE MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS OR CONDITION OF THE PROPERTY OR AS TO THE CORRECTNESS OF DESCRIPTION, GENUINENESS, ATTRIBUTION, PROVENANCE OR PERIOD OF THE PROPERTY OR AS TO WHETHER THE PURCHASER ACQUIRES ANY COPYRIGHTS OR OTHER INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS IN LOTS SOLD OR AS TO WHETHER A WORK OF ART IS SUBJECT TO THE ARTIST’S MORAL RIGHTS OR OTHER RESIDUAL RIGHTS OF THE ARTIST. THE PURCHASER EXPRESSLY ACKNOWLEDGES AND AGREES THAT IN NO EVENT SHALL BONHAMS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY COMPENSATORY, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

Conditions of sale - Continued

as “photo auction estimate”. Alternatively, you can submit your request using our online form at www.bonhams.com/us. Digital images may be attached to the form. Please limit your images to no more than five (5) per item.

Consigning your ProPerty

After you receive an estimate, you may consign your property to us for sale in the next appropriate auction. Our staff assists you throughout the process, arranging transportation of your items to our galleries (at the consignor’s expense), providing a detailed inventory of your consignment, and reporting the prices realized for each lot. We provide secure storage for your property in our warehouses and all items are insured throughout the auction process. You will receive payment for your property approximately 35 days after completion of sale.

Sales commissions vary with the potential auction value of the property and the particular auction in which the property is offered. Please call us for commission rates.

Professional aPPraisal serviCes

Bonhams’ specialists conduct insurance and fair market value appraisals for private collectors, corporations, museums, fiduciaries and government entities on a daily basis. Insurance appraisals, used for insurance purposes, reflect the cost of replacing property in today’s retail market. Fair market value appraisals are used for estate,

tax and family division purposes and reflect prices paid by a willing buyer to a willing seller.

When we conduct a private appraisal, our specialists will prepare a thorough inventory listing of all your appraised property by category. Valuations, complete descriptions and locations of items are included in the documentation.

Appraisal fees vary according to the nature of the collection, the amount of work involved, the travel distance, and whether the property is subsequently consigned for auction.

Our appraisers are available to help you anywhere and at any time. Please call our Client Services Department to schedule an appraisal.

estate serviCes

Since 1865, Bonhams has been serving the needs of fiduciaries – lawyers, trust officers, accountants and executors – in the disposition of large and small estates. Our services are specially designed to aid in the efficient appraisal and disposition of fine art, antiques, jewelry, and collectibles. We offer a full range of estate services, ranging from flexible financial terms to tailored accounting for heirs and their agents to world-class marketing and sales support.

For more information or to obtain a detailed Trust and Estates package, please visit our website at www.bonhams.com/us or contact our Client Services Department.

selling at auCtion

Bonhams can help you every step of the way when you are ready to sell art, antiques and collectible items at auction. Our regional offices and representatives throughout the US are available to service all of your needs. Should you have any further questions, please visit our website at www.bonhams.com/us for more information or call our Client Services Department at +1 (800) 223 2854 ext. 23550.

auCtion estimates

The first step in the auction process is to determine the auction value of your property. Bonhams’ world-renowned specialists will evaluate your special items at no charge and in complete confidence. You can obtain an auction estimate in many ways:

• Attend one of our Auction Appraisal Events held regularly at our galleries and in other major metropolitan areas. The updated schedule for Bonhams Auction Appraisal Events is available at www.bonhams.com/us.

• Call our Client Services Department to schedule a private appointment at one of our galleries. If you have a large collection, our specialists can travel, by appointment, to evaluate your property on site.

• Send clear photographs to us of each individual item, including item dimensions and other pertinent information with each picture. Photos should be sent to Bonhams’ address in envelopes marked

seller’s guide

Bidding & Buying at auCtionWhether you are an experienced bidder or an enthusiastic novice, auctions provide a stimulating atmosphere unlike any other. Bonhams previews and sales are free and open to the public. As you will find in these directions, bidding and buying at auction is easy and exciting. Should you have any further questions, please visit our website at www.bonhams.com or call our Client Services Department at +1 (800) 223 2854 ext. 23550.Catalogs Before each auction we publish illustrated catalogs that include dates and times for previews and auctions. Our catalogs also provide descriptions and estimated values for each “lot.” A lot may refer to a single item or to a group of items auctioned together. We offer our catalogs by subscription or by single copy. For information on subscribing to our catalogs, you may refer to the subscription form in this catalog, call our Client Services Department, or visit our website at www.bonhams.com/us.Previews Auction previews are your chance to inspect each lot prior to the auction. We encourage you to look closely and examine each object on which you may want to bid so that you will know as much as possible about it. Items are sold “as is” and with all faults; illustrations in our catalogs, website and other materials are provided for identification only. At the previews, our staff is always available to answer your questions and guide you through the auction process. Condition reports may be available upon request.estimates Bonhams catalogs include estimates for each lot, exclusive of buyer’s premium and tax. The estimates are provided as an approximate guide to current market value and should not be interpreted as a representation or prediction of actual selling prices. They are determined well in advance of a sale and are subject to revision. Please contact us should you have any questions about value estimates.reserves All lots in a catalog are subject to a reserve unless otherwise indicated. The reserve is the minimum price that the seller is willing to accept for a lot. This amount is confidential and does not exceed the low estimated value.Bidding at auCtion At Bonhams, you can bid in many ways: in person, via absentee bid, over the phone, or via Bonhams’ online bidding facility. Absentee bids can be submitted in person, online, via fax or via email. A valid Bonhams client account is required to participate in bidding activity. You can obtain registration information online, at the reception desk or by calling our Client Services Department.By bidding at auction, whether in person or by agent, by absentee bid, telephone, online or other means, the buyer or bidder agrees to be bound by the Conditions of Sale. Lots are auctioned in consecutive numerical order as they appear in the catalog. Bidding normally begins below the low estimate. The auctioneer will accept bids from interested parties present in the saleroom, from telephone bidders, and from absentee bidders who have left written bids in advance of the sale. The auctioneer may also execute bids on behalf of the consignor up to the amount of the reserve, but never above it. We assume no responsibility for failure to execute bids for any reason whatsoever.in Person If you are planning to bid at auction, you will need to register at the reception desk in order to receive a numbered bid card. To place a bid, hold up your card so that the auctioneer can clearly see it. Decide on the maximum amount that you wish to pay, exclusive of buyer’s premium and tax, and continue bidding until your bid prevails or you reach your limit. If you are the successful bidder on a lot, the auctioneer will acknowledge your paddle number and bid amount.absentee Bids As a service to those wishing to place bids, we may at our discretion accept bids without charge in advance of sale by telephone, by facsimile or in writing on bidding forms available from us. “Buy” bids will not be accepted; all bids must state the highest bid price the bidder is willing to pay. Our auction staff

will try to bid just as you would, with the goal of obtaining the item at the lowest bid price possible. In the event identical bids are submitted, the earliest bid submitted will take precedence. Absentee bids shall be executed in competition with other absentee bids, any applicable reserve, and bids from other auction participants. A friend or agent may place bids on your behalf, provided that we have received your written authorization prior to the sale. Absentee bid forms are available in our catalogs, online at www.bonhams.com/us, and at our San Francisco, Los Angeles and New York galleries.By telephone Under special circumstances, we can arrange for you to bid by telephone. To arrange for a telephone bid, please contact our Client Services Department a minimum of 24 hours prior to the sale. online Web users may place absentee bids online from anywhere in the world. To bid online, please visit our website at www.bonhams.com/us.We are pleased to make our live online bidding facility available to bidders in this sale. Additional terms and conditions of sale relating to online bidding will apply. Please see www.bonhams.com/21819 or contact the Client Services Department to obtain information and learn how you can register and bid online in this sale. Bid increments Bonhams generally uses the following increment multiples as bidding progresses:$50-200 .........................................by $10s $200-500 .......................................by $20/50/80s $500-1,000 ....................................by $50s $1,000-2,000 .................................by $100s $2,000-5,000 .................................by $200/500/800s $5,000-10,000… ............................by $500s $10,000-20,000 .............................by $1,000s $20,000-50,000 .............................by $2,000/5,000/8,000s $50,000-100,000 ...........................by $5,000s $100,000-200,000 .........................by $10,000s above $200,000 .............................at auctioneer’s discretionthe auctioneer may split or reject any bid at any time at his or her discretion as outlined in the Conditions of sale. Currency Converter Solely for the convenience of bidders, a currency converter may be provided at Bonhams sales. The rates quoted for conversion of other currencies to U.S. Dollars are indications only and should not be relied upon by a bidder, and neither Bonhams nor its agents shall be responsible for any errors or omissions in the operation or accuracy of the currency converter.Buyer’s Premium A buyer’s premium is added to the winning bid price of each individual lot purchased, at the rates set forth in the Conditions of Sale. The winning bid price plus the premium constitute the purchase price for the lot. Applicable sales taxes are computed based on this figure, and the total becomes your final purchase price.Unless specifically illustrated and noted, fine art frames are not included in the estimate or purchase price. Bonhams accepts no liability for damage or loss to frames during storage or shipment.All sales are final and subject to the Conditions of Sale found in our catalogs, on our website, and available at the reception desk.Payment All buyers are asked to pay and pick up by 3pm on the business day following the auction. Payment may be made to Bonhams by cash, checks drawn on a U.S. bank, money order, wire transfer, or by Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover credit or charge card or debit card. All items must be paid for within 5 business days of the sale. Please note that payment by personal or business check may result in property not being released until purchase funds clear our bank.sales tax California, Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Nevada, New York, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Texas, Washington DC and Washington state residents must pay applicable sales tax. Other state or local taxes (or compensating use taxes) may apply. Sales tax will be

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notiCe regarding endangered sPeCiesThe export of a lot from the United States or import into certain countries may be subject to export and import regulations, licensure and/or other restrictions; in particular, lots containing animal materials such as ivory, rhinoceros horn, tortoise shell or whalebone may require the granting of one or more export or import licenses or may be banned from import altogether by some countries. Lots noted in the catalog with a Y next to the lot number (e.g., 1001Y) contain one or more such animal materials. It is the buyer’s responsibility to investigate any such restrictions and to obtain any relevant export and import licences. Please note that this process is governed by local authorities and may take considerable time. Regardless of any delay in the obtaining of an export or import license or denial of a license’s issuance, purchased lots shall be paid for in accordance with the Conditions of Sale, and any such delay or denial shall not serve as the basis for the cancellation of any sale. Prospective buyers are advised to obtain information from the relevant regulatory authorities regarding export and import restrictions, requirements and costs prior to bidding.

notiCe regarding Burmese Jadeite and ruBies Current law dictates that jadeite and rubies of Burmese origin and any articles of jewelry containing jadeite or rubies of Burmese origin may not be imported into the U.S. Certification that such jadeite or rubies were not mined in or extracted from Burma is required for importation of them into the U.S.

It is the responsibility of the buyer to investigate any applicable restrictions on purchased property and to obtain any export or import licenses and/or certificates as well as any other required documentation before shipping. The buyer’s inability to export or import any such items or to do so timely shall not serve as the basis for any cancellation or rescission of the sale or any delay in payment. Prospective buyers who are uncertain as to whether a lot is subject to these restrictions or any other restrictions on importation or exportation are advised to consult with the specialist department in which the property is offered.

order of sale

Lapidary Works of Art ...........................1001-1123Décor ...................................................1124-1161Unmounted Gemstones, Pearls and Exotic Jewelry ..................................1162-1257 Rare Gemstones of the Americas ......1162-1174 Rare Gemstones of Distinction ...........1175-1207 The “100 Carat Club” .........................1208-1219 Phenomenal Gems ............................1220-1226 Unmounted Gems and Exotic Jewelry 1227-1257

Minerals ..............................................1258-1312 Minerals from the Estate of Carey A. Parshall ..............................1258-1295

Native Metals .....................................1313-1315Natural History ....................................1316-1396 Meteorites .........................................1316-1330 Insects ...............................................1331-1337 Fossils and Curiosities ........................1338-1396

Artist Biographies and Index .......... pages 186-187

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1001“ChoColate” Brown oBsidian Carving of st. niColasBy Manfred WildIdar-Oberstein, GermanyCarved of a single piece of Russian brown obsidian, St. Nicolas is depicted holding open his bag with a seated cat beside him. A beloved Saint, particularly throughout northern and central Europe, St. Nicolas was known for rewarding good children with treats on the 6th of December. It is a little known fact that he was also the patron Saint of cats. This is an imaginative use of the mineral obsidian--so rarely seen in this chocolate brown color which originates in Russia. Height 5in$4,000 - 6,000

1002JasPer and gemstone Carving of a Cardinalcirca 1965By Georg WildIdar-Oberstein, Germany Carved of red South African jasper, with a yellow jasper beak and black agate throat, the bronze feet resting upon a cold painted bronze branch embellished with five leaves of carved nephrite, with two small pine cones, paper label #231, length 6in$1,000 - 1,500Without Reserve

1003ColleCtion of twenty Christmas “Cookies, Candies and nuts”By Manfred WildIdar-Oberstein, Germany Including 10 Christmas cookies and chocolates carved of yellow-beige jasper, “chocolate” brown obsidian, with toppings of orange carnelian “marmelade”, white kascholong opal almonds and granulated “sugar” formed of rock crystal. Together with 6 candies carved of yellow, blue and violet fluorite with rock crystal “wrappers”; as well as 2 walnuts and 2 peanuts carved out of jasper, length of peanut: 57.0mm (20)$6,000 - 8,000

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1004roCk Crystal, enamel and diamond Presentation Box—”winter”By Manfred WildIdar-Oberstein, GermanyThe perfect Christmas presentation piece—either to contain a precious jewel within or to give as a present itself—this exquisite hand-carved rectangular box is formed of translucent panels of rock crystal quartz. The thumb-piece is formed of four holly leaves rendered in translucent green enamel on 18K yellow gold, surrounding a cluster of twelve red “berries” carved of coral with black onyx centers. Like the window-pane frost motifs found in Faberge’s work, the box is embellished with “ice-stars” formed of 18K gold and set with a total of approximately 520 diamonds, weighing altogether approximately 5.03 carats, The rectangular base is carved of white dolomite and decorated with 18K yellow gold. Length of box: 9in. Length of dolomite base: 10 1/4in$40,000 - 60,000

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1005enamel and roCk Crystal egg Creation with BrooCh--”the holly egg”By Manfred WildIdar-Oberstein, GermanyFeaturing an egg decorated with green enamel on a guilloché ground, trimmed in 18K yellow gold, raised on a stem of 18K yellow gold embellished with textured gold leaves and green enamel leaves, having 57 red coral beads with black onyx centers. The octagonal base of rock crystal topped with a slab of aventurine quartz, trimmed in 18K gold. The hinged lid opening to reveal the interior with a removable brooch having berries formed of red coral, the leaves of Russian nephrite, mounted in 14K yellow gold, (stamped 585). Signed EB for Emil Becker and M. Wild for Manfred Wild. Total gold weight approximately 143 grams. Height 7 1/2in$35,000 - 45,000

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1006“the winter PalaCe”— an illuminated musiC Box of Carved roCk Crystal, diamonds and aquamarineBy Manfred WildIdar-Oberstein, GermanyDesigned in the form of a Russian onion-domed palace tower, this enchanting creation is the virtuoso work of a team of highly-skilled craftsmen under the direction of the German lapidary genius, Manfred Wild. The iconic Russian image—the onion dome—is formed of highly transparent, carved and polished rock crystal. The walls are also fabricated of rock crystal textured with a matte finish and dendritic or “fern-like” patterns resembling winter’s frost as it forms on a window—a stylistic device used in much of the work of Carl Fabergé—for whom Manfred Wild’s family produce a great number of objets d’art at the beginning of the last century.The structure rests upon a base carved of white dolomite whose internal structure of reflective platelets presents a scintillating effect reminiscent of new-fallen snow. The sculpture is decorated with 641 small diamonds with a total approximate weight of 4.75 carats. A key-wind mechanism controls the music box function—the key itself is fabricated of 18K yellow gold with a cabochon aquamarine inset on each side, together totaling approximately 7.24 carats.

The music box is both illuminated and electrified, (and comes complete with several adaptors to accommodate different international currents) so that the multiple doors of the Palace open to reveal a magical interior. The reverse side of each door bears a photograph of a wintery scene (captured by Wild himself in his own garden) while deep in the interior rests a perfectly scaled model of a Russian dacha, entirely constructed of 18K yellow gold complete with a “snow” covered roof rendered in sparkling white dolomite and encrusted in several hundred tiny natural diamond crystals, totaling approximately 110.50 carats, which are utilized to create the effect of icicles suspended from the eaves. A small “brook”, formed of carved Brazilian aquamarine, flows from beneath the wintery house and over the side of the sculpture suggesting a “waterfall”. When the single rose-cut diamond push button is depressed, the doors of the Palace fly open and the romantic strains of Lara’s Theme from the beloved film Doctor Zhivago are heard. This timeless creation is sure to please the most serious Lapidary collector and will likely become a treasured family heirloom passed down for generations. Height 18 ¼ inches (46cm), weight 34.8 lbs (15.8 kilos). Total gross weight of 18K gold: 903 grams (29.03 ounces troy)$200,000 - 250,000

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1007two gemstone Carvings of BunniesBy Manfred WildIdar-Oberstein, GermanyBoth of very fine quality and realistically carved, the larger bunny, carved of highly transparent rock crystal quartz, with inset pink sapphire eyes rimmed in 18K yellow gold, length 3 1/2 in; the smaller bunny carved of translucent banded green and lavender fluorite, the inset eyes formed of pink tourmaline cabochons, length 2 3/4in (2)$2,000 - 2,500Without Reserve

1008exCePtional laBradorite Carving of two owlsBy Manfred WildIdar-Oberstein, GermanyCarved to depict a mother owl with her offspring, formed from a single large specimen of superb quality labradorite with vivid blue and purple sheen, with inset agate eyes. Signed with monogram signature EB for Emil Becker and M. Wild for Manfred Wild. Length 6 1/2in$4,500 - 5,500

1009sPotted JasPer Carving of a frogBy Manfred WildIdar-Oberstein, Germany Carved from a variety of spotted jasper from Madagascar which is known as “orbicular” jasper, so named due to its circular patterns. This is an exceptional animal carving which fully conveys the moist skin texture of the amphibian. The inset eyes are formed of cat’s eye blue-green tourmalines. Signed with monogram EB for Emil Becker and M. Wild for Manfred Wild. Length 4 1/2in$4,000 - 6,000

1010gem aquamarine fish on Coral, gold, diamond and aquamarine BaseBy Manfred WildIdar-Oberstein, Germany Featuring a rich blue aquamarine fish, weighing approximately 345 carats, the rough originating from Mozambique, resting upon a base formed of a branch of pink angelskin coral, weighing 328 grams, emerging from a large rough Brazilian aquamarine crystal, weighing approximately 466 carats, embellished with an 18K gold starfish and accented with 96 brilliant-cut diamonds, together weighing approximately 1.71 carats, mounted with 18K yellow gold (weighing approximately 152 grams). Signed with monogram EB for Emil Becker and M. Wild for Manfred Wild. Height 6 3/4in$55,000 - 65,000

Notice to bidders outside of the United States: Please note that this lot contains coral. Permits may be required in order to export this lot out of the United States. Exports to Hong Kong, China and Taiwan may be restricted completely. Please contact the Natural History Department before bidding.

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1011three Carved roCk Crytal Polar BearsBy Manfred WildIdar-Oberstein, Germany The quality of animal carvings is generally judged by how realistically the fur is rendered and how natural the positions may appear. This family of three bears is of particularly fine quality for those reasons and the fact that highly transparent rock crystal quartz is a rarer commodity than most collectors realize--particularly when it is sacrificed for a carving. The group is comprised of a walking adult bear, having black onyx eyes and nose, with a smoky quartz snout, length 9 1/2 in; the seated adult bear, with blue sapphire cabochon eyes and smoky quartz nose, Signed EB for Emil Beck and M. Wild for Manfred Wild, height 5 in; together with a seated baby polar bear having a black onyx nose, height 3 1/4in (3)$25,000 - 35,000

1012roCk Crystal quartz Carving of an elePhant on malaChite BaseBy Manfred WildIdar-Oberstein, Germany Carved of highly transparent rock crystal quartz, the well-formed elephant,mounted with 18K yellow gold tusks and toenails, perches one foot upon a polished ball of near-flawless citrine. Raised in a removable polished malachite base of oval outline. Signed EB for Emil Becker. Length 7in$3,000 - 4,000

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1013exCePtional green Beryl Carving--”mother owl and offsPring”By Manfred WildIdar-Oberstein, Germany Carved from a single large crystal of unenhanced, natural color Ukranian chartreuse green beryl of robust proportions, expertly rendered with naturalistic texturing to the feathers. The eyes formed in the traditional German manner of reverse painted rock crystal. The beaks, eye sockets and claws all fabricated from 18K yellow gold. With naturally etched crystal faces left intact on three sides of the hexagonal crystal. Weighing approximately 7,790 carats (1558.0 grams) and measuring 7 x 4 x 3in. Signed EB for Emil Becker and M. Wild for Manfred Wild.$60,000 - 80,000

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1014guilloChé enamel Box with rhodoChrosite CaBoChonBy Manfred WildIdar-Oberstein, Germany A superb example of guilloché enamel at its finest, the entire surface of this superb presentation box is covered with translucent white enamel over a guilloché ground, with borders of 18K yellow gold (weighing 33 grams). The lid is inset with a gem-quality cross-section slice of a rhodochrosite stalactite, having a rare bull’s eye formation to the center. The rhodochrosite slice is rimmed with gold and a border of red enamel. With two cabochon rhodochrosites accents to the handle. Signed EB for Emil Becker and M.Wild for Manfred Wild. Length 7in$20,000 - 30,000

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1015laPis lazuli, gold and emerald BoxBy Manfred WildIdar-Oberstein, Germany Of classic baroque form, carved of gem-quality rich blue lapis lazuli. The thumbpiece formed with a bright green emerald cabochon, weighing apprximately 2.28 carats, bordered in a substantial amount of 18K yellow gold (77 grams), with hinged lid. Signed EB for Emil Becker. Length 4in$14,000 - 18,000

1016rutilated quartz reverse intaglio Carving--”young lovers”By Manfred WildIdar-Oberstein, GermanyA large oval cabochon of quartz with rutile needle inclusions which give the effect of tall grass through which the young lovers walk. Reverse intaglio carved to depict the figures, the cabochon is backed with a sheet of rock crystal quartz. An 18K gold ribbon motif surmount and fleur de lis motif below decorates the face, while the 18K gold borders display ribbon and leaf motif decoration, mounted with an yellow vermeil easel back, Signed EB for Emil Becker and M. Wild for Manfred Wild. Height 5 3/4in$9,000 - 11,000

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1017exCePtional smoky quartz and high-karat gold vaseBy Manfred WildIdar-Oberstein, Germany Carved from a single, very large crystal of natural smoky quartz, the vase retains a hexagonal outline of the original crystal, tapering to the base. The stem of the vase is enhanced with 10 layers of 24K fine gold while the foot is bordered in 84 grams of 18K yellow gold. Signed EB for Emil Becker and M. Wild for Manfred Wild. Height 17 1/2in$50,000 - 70,000

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1018exCePtional roCk Crystal quartz deCanterBy Manfred WildIdar-Oberstein, Germany This fine quality decanter is carved and faceted of highly transparent rock crystal quartz and decorated with a border of translucent green enamel on a basket-weave decorated ground, with 18K yellow gold borders and accents. The top of the faceted stopper is decorated with 18K yellow gold and green enamel and accented with a ruby cabochon, weighing approximately 0.75 carats. Few collectors grasp how rare and valuable near-flawless quartz actually is. Mounted 108.60 grams of 18K yellow gold (750). Height 13in$60,000 - 80,000


1019faCeted Citrine Box with reverse intaglio Painting--”two kingfishers”By Manfred WildIdar-Oberstein, Germany Of oval outline, the body of the box formed of a flawless natural color citrine, weighing approximately 2,410 carats. The hinged lid formed of a large cabochon of near-flawless rock crystal with golden rutile needles in the area of the marsh grasses. The lid is further decorated with a reverse intaglio carved and painted scene of two Kingfishers on a branch, with one holding a newly caught fish in his beak, the painting signed H. Bussmer. The thumb piece and borders formed with a substantial amount of 18K gold. Signed with monogram EB for Emil Becker and M. Wild for Manfred Wild. Length 4in$18,000 - 22,000

1020Carved agate Box in the form of a ram’s headBy Manfred WildIdar-Oberstein, Germany Carved of natural banded brown and grey agate, the hinged lid fitted with 18K yellow gold closure and thumb piece. Signed with monogram EB for Emil Becker. Signed M. Wild for Manfred Wild. Height 2 1/2in$5,000 - 6,000

1021reverse intaglio Carved and Painted roCk Crystal Box--”the Crane”By Manfred WildIdar-Oberstein, Germany Of circular outline, the rock crystal lid of the box having a line of chlorite inclusions which have been utilized in the composition of the image. The reverse intaglio carving is decorated with painting to depict a crane, and the scene is backed with mother-of-pearl. The body of the box is carved of near-flawless, almost optically clear rock crystal. The hinged lid mounted with a substantial quantity (32 grams) of 18K yellow gold. Signed EB for Emil Becker and M. Wild for Manfred Wild. Diameter 2 3/4in$14,000 - 18,000

1022exCePtional Carved fluorite Bowl with gold BrooCh adornmentBy Christopher SchmidtRetailed by Robert Juchem, Idar-Oberstein, GermanyCarved from a single piece of fluorite having rich hues of violet and green in alternating bands. The interior of the bowl is smooth polished to allow for transmission of light. The exterior of the bowl is carved to imitate the texture of feathers. The feather motif is carried on in the addition of the 18K yellow gold brooch which is removable, signed France, stamped 750. The bowl signed RJ for retailer Robert Juchem. Length 9 1/2in$4,000 - 6,000

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1023Citrine and roCk Crystal sCent BottleBy Manfred WildIdar-Oberstein, Germany The bottle formed of a near-flawless, optical grade natural color faceted citrine having an octagonal outline, weighing approximately 168.5 carats. The stopper formed of a faceted, optical grade natural rock crystal, the collar with green enamel decoration over an engine-turned ground. The interior having an emerald cabochon stopper with a gold stick with threaded interior, mounted with 18K yellow gold. Signed EB for Emil Becker and M. Wild for Manfred Wild. Height 6in$4,000 - 6,000

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1024morganite and green tourmaline sCent BottleBy Manfred WildIdar-Oberstein, GermanyPink beryl of great transparency has been used to fabricate this attractive scent bottle, weighing approximately 487 carats, with a dark green tourmaline faceted briolette stopper, weighing approximately 79 carats. Eight diamonds, weighing approximately 0.10 carats, accent the collar, mounted in 18K yellow gold, Signed with monogram EB for Emil Becker and M. Wild for Manfred Wild and stamped 750. Height 3 1/2in$6,000 - 8,000


1025Carved gemstone whimsiCal CharaCter study—”the frenCh drummer duCk”By Manfred Wild Idar-Oberstein, GermanyA distinctly European sense of humor is evident in the selection of the subject matter of this character study as well as that of the previous lot. The proximity of Idar-Oberstein of only one hour to the French border has allowed Wild ample opportunity to formulate impressions of his neighbors. Believing that the French who, though smaller in stature than the Germans, always proudly “beat their own drum”, he has depicted the duck literally performing this activity. His choice of a duck to represent the French stems from the typical association of that nation with the canard and their fondness for that particular waterfowl and its by-products, e.g. paté and duck a l’orange, etc.

Dressed as a military marching band drummer, the duck’s uniform is carved of natural agate, red jasper, blue lapis lazuli, black obsidian and white dolomite and is accented with four sapphire cabochons and one ruby cabochon. The drum is formed of silver, translucent green enamel on a guilloché ground and trimmed with 18K gold. He stands on an octagonal base formed of black Russian obsidian and 18K gold, signed M. Wild. Height 7 1/2in$15,000 - 20,000

1026whimsiCal gemstone Carving of “tweedle dee and tweedle dum”By the firm of Robert JuchemIdar-Oberstein, GermanyThe hats and socks, carved of Afghani lapis lazuli; the heads (with sapphire cabohon eyes), trousers and hands, carved of eosite quartz; the collars of white kascholong opal, the shirts of red jasper; the shoes of black obsidian; on an oval base carved of Russian brown obsidian. Height 5in$2,000 - 3,000

1027multi-gemstone laPidary ConfeCtion-- ”iCe Cream sundae”By Manfred WildIdar-Oberstein, Germany The sense of humor of the artist is readily apparent in this unique creation comprising scoops of ice cream carved of various minerals. The cup itself is carved of near-flawless, optically-clear rock crystal quartz, the stem of which is formed of a large natural color faceted citrine, weighing approximately 226.79 carats, between bands of 18K yellow gold, raised on a tapering foot of near-flawless rock crystal quartz rimmed in 18K gold. The “scoops” of ice cream of different “flavors” are suggested as follows: yellow calcite for lemon; white quartz for vanilla; brown obsidian for chocolate; thulite for strawberry; orange calcite for apricot; lemon chrysoprase with veining for mint chocolate; and carnelian for the four cherries. The whipped cream is white calcite, the wafer, a beige jasper; the chocolate sprinkles, brown jasper. This creation is sure to delight any lapidary collector--and best of all--it’s not fattening! Height 11in$35,000 - 45,000

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1028garnet and diamond egg Creation-- ”the world’s largest Polished garnet”By Manfred WildIdar-Oberstein, Germany Possibly the finest and most notable egg creation produced by Manfred Wild, this fine object would surely form the centerpiece of any serious collection of lapidary works of art. With the color of a fine claret wine this polished egg, carved from an immense rough garnet from Orissa, India, weighing altogether approximately 5,696 carats astonishes the viewer with its beauty. The harmony of colors from the egg to the translucent claret red enamel on the tapering stem, and the intarsia cross-section slices of garnet to the base all fit together like a well-executed symphony. The egg opens to reveal a diamond-set cross mounted in 18K gold and platinum, set on both sides with total of 456 diamonds weighing approximately 8.50 carats. The cross (which rotates) is embellished to the center with a single octahedral brown diamond, weighing approximately 5.74 carats, and 5 natural yellow diamond-cubes, weighing approximately 10.04 carats. The cross emerges from a large faceted rock crystal quartz, measuring 125mm in diameter, which has been polished to mirror brightness. Beneath the egg is an 18K gold “crown of thorns” which acts as a collar. When turned, it serves to open and close the egg. The stem beneath features two lines of 46 calibré-cut almandite garnets, with a faceted rock crystal spacer between. The base is comprised of another faceted rock crystal quartz, diameter 5 in, and embellished with 24 flat garnets. The entire object comprises 403 grams of 18K gold and 30.50 grams of platinum. The egg measures 150 x 120 mm. Height of object overall: 12in$300,000 - 400,000

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1029amethyst egg Creation with king Charles sPanielBy Manfred WildIdar-Oberstein, GermanyA fitting tribute to a very lucky dog--this unique amethyst sculpture is one of the more colorful egg creations designed by Manfred Wild. Composed of beautiful violet amethyst, carved with sufficient thinness to allow for the transmission of light. The egg opens with the use of a thumb piece composed of a faceted amethyst. Revealed in the interior is a King Charles spaniel seated upon a cushion--also entirely carved of amethyst. The “cushion” suspends four 18K yellow gold tassel ornaments. Raised on a tapering stem of amethyst, inset with a large faceted amethyst of great transparency. The entire composition is trimmed in 18K yellow gold. This is one of only two amethyst eggs carved and designed by the artist: the other, which has a bulldog in the interior, resides in the Gemstone Museum in Idar-Oberstein. Signed EB for Emil Becker and M. Wild for Manfred Wild. Height 12in$60,000 - 80,000

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1030very fine green Beryl Carving of a mouseBy Alfred ZimmermanIdar-Oberstein, Germany Carved from a single specimen of green beryl having strong saturation of color and excellent transparency, with blue sapphire cabochon eyes and an 18K gold tail and whiskers, with monogram signature AZ for Alfred Zimmerman. Weighing approximately 605 cts gross including tail. Height 1 3/4in$7,000 - 9,000

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1031agate Carving of a seated monkeyBy Alfred ZimmermanIdar-Oberstein, GermanyCarved from a single piece of fine quality, translucent agate, fully utilizing the banded nature of the original rough to render the primate, with brown to the back, graduating to translucent grey to the front. The virtuoso craftsmanship of these carvings is best seen in the rendering of the hands and faces--in this case the observer can easily see the extreme fineness with which they have been carved. Signed with monogram AZ for Alfred Zimmerman. Height 3in$14,000 - 18,000


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1033ametrine Carving of a Pair of PenguinsBy Alfred ZimmermanIdar-Oberstein, GermanyCarved from a single large rough weighing 967 grams originally--notable for being the finest quality Bolivian ametrine having vivid violet and golden hues. The fine gem-quality facet-grade ametrine--with patches of golden yellow near the feet-- is realistically textured to imitate feathers, and the surface of the ice beneath their 18K yellow gold feet. With blue sapphire cabochon eyes. Signed AZ for Alfred Zimmerman. Weighing approximately 1969 carats (394 grams). Height 3in$25,000 - 30,000

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1035ruBy Carving of a hummingBird with quartz flowerBy Eberhardt BankIdar-Oberstein, Germany The rich red carved ruby hummingbird, weighing approximately 682.5 carats, set with faceted round brilliant-cut diamond-set eyes and enhanced with 18K yellow gold beak and feet. The hummingbird is removable from the flower. The flower is carved of highly transparent rock crystal quartz while the leaves are carved of nephrite. The composition rests upon a base of quartz and epidote. Height 9 1/2in$3,500 - 5,500

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1036gem-quality aquamarine and gold Carving of a CoCkatooBy Eberhard Bank Idar-Oberstein, Germany This is an extremely fine carving of gem-grade aquamarine, weighing approximately 839.0 carats. The beak is formed of rich blue indicolite tourmaline, the eyes are set with two circular-cut diamonds, rimmed in 18K yellow gold. The comb is carved of pink tourmaline. The 18K yellow gold feet are set upon a base of smoky quartz crystals, possibly from Switzerland. With 18K yellow gold inset monogram initials EB for Eberhard Bank. Height 5in$12,000 - 15,000

1037amethyst Parrot on quartz BaseBy Eberhardt BankIdar-Oberstein, Germany Carved from banded amethyst of bright violet hue from Hyderabad, India. The beak carved of yellow crystal opal, with a fire opal tongue. With gold vermeil feet, on a quartz crystal cluster. Height 9in$2,000 - 3,000

1038hawk’s eye quartz Carving of a PantherBy Georg WildIdar-Oberstein, Germanycirca 1965 Carved of a single piece of blue banded tiger’s eye quartz, known in the mineral hobby as hawk’s eye quartz, with diamond-set eyes, rhodonite tongue, white agate teeth (one incisor deficient), signed with monogram GW for Georg Wild and numbered 9428. Length 7 1/2in$2,000 - 3,000Without Reseve

1039ruBy-in zoisite and oBsidian CarvingBy Eberhard BankIdar-Oberstein, GermanyEvoking the landscapes of the desert South West is this carving of a howling coyote and Saguaro cactus. The coyote’s brown fur is rendered in natural brown obsidian while the Saguaro cactus is imaginatively formed from a single intact piece of ruby-in-zoisite. The artist has positioned the rough in such a way that the ruby portion of the mineral forms the cactus flower blossoms. The stamens of the flowers are decorated with 18K gold accents. The coyote walks across a base of dolomite above a polished black marble slab base, with monogram gold mark EB for Eberhard Bank. Length 16in$7,000 - 9,000

1040laPis lazuli Carving of a Charging BullBy Eberhard Bank Idar-Oberstein, GermanyClassic imagery in the repertoire of German animal carvings is the charging bull. In this example the body is carved of gem grade lapis lazuli from Afghanistan, weighing approximately 5130 carats, the eyes inset with bright pink faceted tourmalines rimmed in 18K yellow gold. Length 8in$2,000 - 3,000

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1041Carved laBradorite duCk with silver feetBy Bernard BeckerIdar-Oberstein, Germany Finely carved of high-grade labradorite, with inset yellow jasper beak. The silver feet signed Bernhard Becker, stamped 935. Length 5 1/4in$1,500 - 2,000

1042multi-gemstone Carving of a duCkIdar-Oberstein, GermanyComposed of a variety of carved gemstones including: lapis flecked with pyrite for the body; bright green aventurine quartz for the head; the beak and feet of spotted yellow jasper. Length 5 1/2in$1,500 - 2,000

1043BranCh of red rasPBerries in a roCk Crystal vaseBy Georg WildIdar-Oberstein, GermanyTypical of the flower studies produced in Idar-Oberstein over the last century, the present example displays berries carved of Russian pink rhodonite and leaves of nephrite jade. The stems are fabricated of 18K gold, elegantly emerging from a carved and polished rock crystal quartz vase which gives the illusion of a “water” line. This is a re-creation of the Fabergé work that resides in the Royal Collection of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Height 6 1/2in$2,000 - 3,000

1044nePhrite and white ChalCedony Cane handleIdar-Oberstein, Germany Carved in the style of Fabergé, of Russian nephrite, the frog resting upon a base of translucent white chalcedony. The cabochon ruby eyes rimmed in gold. Height 3 3/4in$1,500 - 2,000

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1045agate Carving of an ostriChBy Georg WildIdar-Oberstein, Germany The ostrich is a classic animal subject used by gemstone carvers in Germany due to the challenges it represents in carving the neck successfully and in proportion. The present subject is carved of translucent greyish brown banded agate. the eyes are set with small diamonds. The gold vermeil legs rest upon a rectangular brown aragonite base. Height 6 3/4in$1,200 - 1,500Without Reserve

1046verdite Carving of a CroCodileBy Paul DreherIdar-Oberstein, Germany Carved of a single large piece of verdite, with realistic texturing to the skin, suggesting a reptilian quality. The interior of the mouth is rendered in bright pink rhodonite, and the teeth are formed of minute natural terminated calcite crystals. Length 13in$1,000 - 1,500

1047two hardstone Carvings of duCks together with a dasChundIdar-Oberstein, Germany The first duck, with body assembled from blue and gold tiger’s eye quartz, blue lace agate, a jasper beak and inset diamond eyes. The 18K gold feet rest on a base cut and polished from a single green beryl cabochon, length 2 1/2in; together with a second duck, carved of white quartz, agate and jasper, with inset diamond eyes, length 2 1/4in; together with a brown obsidian carving of a daschund, with inset diamond eyes. Tail repaired. Length 4 1/2in (3)$1,200 - 1,500Without Reserve

1048grouP of four agate and gold Bird CarvingsBy Georg WildIdar-Oberstein, Germany Including three kiwis, each with body carved of banded agate, with inset diamond eyes, the legs and beak of 18K yellow gold, stamped 750, height 2 1/4in; together with an ibis, carved of banded agate, with inset diamond eyes, and 18K gold legs, stamped 750, height 2 3/4in (4)$1,200 - 1,500Without Reserve

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1049gemstone Carving of a kingfisherBy Bernhard BeckerIdar-Oberstein, GermanyPliny the Elder, who lived and wrote during the first century, recorded the appearance of the Halcyon bird: a small bird with a sea-blue back and a reddish breast. It had white feathers on the neck and a long beak. This description fits the European Kingfisher, Alcedo atthis. Found throughout Europe it can also be seen in northern Africa and much of Asia. Its habitat is fresh water, especially where the water is calm and slow moving, and where tall riverbanks provide nesting sites.In the present sculpture, the bird’s body is carved of a single piece of fine quality bright blue Afghani lapis lazuli. Inlays of milky white quartz form the cheeks and throat and bright red jasper was utilized around the eyes and belly. The beak is formed of carved obsidian and the cabochon eyes are of smoky quartz, rimmed in 18K yellow gold. A swampy landscape is evoked through the use of the carved brown obsidian tree stump upon which his gold vermeil feet rest. Polished to a lustrous sheen the stump rises from a circular natural agate geode section with drusy center, with 18K yellow gold monogram BB inset into the base, for Bernhard Becker. Height 7in$5,000 - 7,000

1050Carved gemstone flower studyIdar-Oberstein, Germany A charming study of a small spray of flowers, each flower head carved of jadeite, with synthetic sapphires to the the centers. Five carved nephrite leaves adorn the branch fabricated of 14K yellow gold, in a nearly optically clear rock crystal quartz vase. Carved in Germany, the gold bearing Cyrllic hallmarks. Height 6in$1,500 - 2,500

1051two farm-themed gemstone animal CarvingsIdar-Oberstein, Germany Including a rhodonite carving of three pigs, with maker’s mark BS; together with a jasper carving of a rooster, by George Wild, numbered 9489. Height 3 1/2in (2)$1,000 - 1,500Without Reserve

1052two gemstone Carvings of dogsIdar-Oberstein, Germany The first, By Manfred Wild, a black obsidian carving of a Terrier, with red jasper tongue, height 2 3/4in; together with a rock crystal quartz carving of a Pekingese, height 1 3/4in (2)$1,500 - 2,000Without Reserve

1053grouP of three agate and JasPer animal CarvingsRobert Juchem and Georg WildIdar-Oberstein, Germany The first, in the form of a monkey, carved of translucent honey-brown agate, with small inset diamond eyes, with monogram signature RJ for Robert Juchem, numbered 19, height 2 1/2in; a banded agate carving of an anteater, with inset diamond eyes, unsigned, length 3 1/4in; together with a spotted jasper camel, with inset ruby eyes, signed GW for Georg Wild, numbered 624. Length 6in (3)$1,000 - 1,500Without Reserve

1054two Carved agate PenguinsBy Georg WildIdar-Oberstein, Germany The bodies carved of black and white agate, each set with diamond eyes; the penguins rest upon a base of jaccaré smoky quartz reminiscent of an ice floe, length 6 1/2in, heights 3 1/4 and 2 3/4in (3)$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

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1055rare sugilite Carving of herons on CalCite BaseWessels Manganese MineKuruman, South Africa Carved in Idar-Oberstein, GermanySugilite is named for the Japanese geologist, K. Sugi, who discovered it originally in 1944 on Iwagi Island, Ehime Prefecture, Japan. There are only three locations known to produce this mineral (Japan, Quebec and South Africa). The manganese gives it the deep purple color that often makes it highly desirable for jewelry. However, it is rarely used as a carving material due to its scarcity. These two herons have been realistically depicted using fine quality, bright purple sugilite which would normally be considered “gem-grade” and surprising was not reserved for the making of cabochons. With yellow jasper beaks, raised on silver legs, on a “dog-tooth” calcite base. Weighing approximately 770.0 carats and 665.0 carats. Height 7in (2)$4,000 - 6,000

1056ruBellite tourmaline Carving of a woman and a smoky quartz Carving of madonnaBy Erwin PaulyIdar-Oberstein, Germany Formed from a single large specimen of gem rubellite tourmaline possessing a deep, rich fuchsia pink, the front carved with the face of a woman with long flowing hair, the sides still retaining the striations of the natural crystal, signed Erwin Pauly. Weighing approximately 578.5 carats and measuring 3 1/4 x 1 1/2 x 1in; together with a smoky quartz intaglio carving of The Madonna, By Erwin Pauly, Idar-Oberstein, Germany Having a great degree of transparency and excellent saturation of color. with monogram signature EP for Erwin Pauly. Weighing approximately 113.5 carats and measuring 3 x 1 3/4in (2)$1,500 - 2,000

1057two laBradorite Birds on Petrified wood BasesIdar-Oberstein, Germany The first, a falcon on petrified wood base, by Manfred Gettman, height 4 1/2in; together with a labradorite carving of an owl, By Eberhard Bank, also on a petrified wood base. Height 5in (2)$1,800 - 2,200

1058laBradorite duCk on Petrified wood BaseBy George BrandtIdar-Oberstein, Germany The duck carving of very fine quality as seen in the rendering of the feathers, the quality of the labradorite itself is particularly fine and iridescent. The beak is carved of carnelian agate. The feet of gold vermeil rest upon a specimen of petrified wood. A separate carving of a mussel shell completes the composition. Height 7in$1,200 - 1,500

1059four gemstone Carvings of BirdsBy Manfred Wild and other artistsIdar-Oberstein, Germany Including a pair of labradorite finches on an agate geode base, by Manfred Wild, height 4in; a carved obsidian finch on a mineral base, by Manfred Wild, height 4 1/2in; an amethyst sparrow on an amethyst and calcite base, by Manfred Gettman, height 5in; and a ocean jasper duck on an amethyst rose base, height 5in (4)$2,000 - 3,000

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1060agate Carving of four miCe with amBer CheeseBy Heidi NilgesIdar-Oberstein, Germany This imaginative carving is comprised of a “wheel” of cheese, length 4 1/2in, carved of a large specimen of amber, still retaining its natural rind. One mouse rests atop the cheese, while the other three can be moved to create an infinitely variable composition. The mice are particularly finely carved with great detail and are exceptionally noteworthy for the fact that the tails are integral and not separately added in metal. Signed HN for Heidi Nilgis.$5,000 - 7,000

1061laBradorite Carving of a kingfisherBy Gerd MoserIdar-Oberstein, Germany The beloved fishing bird is depicted here in fine quality iridescent labradorite. The breast is carved of red quartz, the throat and neck of milky white quartz, with a grey agate fish in his beak. The feet of 18K gold vermeil, resting atop a quartz crystal. Height 6 1/2in$3,000 - 4,000

1062fine agate Carving of two duCksBy Gerd Moser Idar-Oberstein, GermanyEach carved of fine translucent agate, realistically rendered to depict the feathers of the fowl as they fly, the wings beautifully book-matched to reveal parallel banding. With carnelian beaks and gold vermeil feet. Raised on a quartz and chalcopyrite base, length 7 1/2in$2,000 - 3,000

1063roCk Crystal doves on CalCite geodeBy Gerd MoserIdar-Oberstein, GermanyEach bird carved of highly transparent rock crystal quartz, with pink tourmaline beaks, the gold vermeil feet resting upon a calcite geode. Measuring 10 1/2 x 7 x 6in$2,000 - 3,000

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1064gemstone Carving of a Balloon seller with BasketBy Manfred WildIdar-Oberstein, GermanyExceedingly intricate with a high attention to detail, this charming gemstone carving comprises a variety of gemstones: the cloak, of ruby-in-zoisite; the face and hands of eosite quartz; the blouse of red jasper; the skirt of lapis lazuli; the apron of white chalcedony, the bench of petrified wood; the hair of translucent agate; the balloons carved of aquamarine, carnelian, rock crystal, blue chalcedony, amethyst, lapis lazuli and even green tourmaline. The separate basket, carved of tiger’s eye matrix made to look like wicker, holds carnelian and blue and green agate balloons yet to be “inflated”. With engraved maker’s mark EB for Emil Becker. Height 4 1/2in$6,000 - 8,000

1065gemstone Carving of a russian Peasant woman--”the marriage Broker”By the firm of Robert JuchemIdar-Oberstein, Germany Carved of a variety of hardstone materials, many of which are native to Russia: the head scarf, of Russian rhodonite; the cape of Russian black obsidian with inlaid borders of red jasper and a conglomerate; the blouse, of a green hardstone; the skirt, of lapis lazuli from Afghanistan. Height 6 1/2in$2,000 - 3,000

1066gemstone Carving of a Peasant womanBy the firm of Robert JuchemIdar-Oberstein, Germany The head scarf of green serpentine, the face and coat of eosite quartz, with borders of brown obsidian; the skirt of lapis lazuli. Raised on a black obsidian base. Height 6 1/2in$2,000 - 3,000

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1067gemstone Carving of a sailorBy the firm of Robert JuchemIdar-Oberstein, Germany The sailor’s suit and hat carved of white dolomite, the scarf of Afghani lapis lazuli, the shoes of black onyx, raised on an oval base of Russian grey obsidian. Height 7 1/2in$2,000 - 3,000

1068gemstone Carving of man with toP hat and aPronBy the firm of Robert JuchemIdar-Oberstein, Germany Part of a series of carvings produced in Germany for the Russian market, depicting various laborers. Carved of a variety of hardstones including lapis lazuli for the hat, eosite quartz for the face and hands, white dolomite for the apron, pink rhodonite for the trousers, black onyx for the boots. The octagonal base, carved of lapis lazuli. With 14K yellow gold chain link belt. Height 6 1/2in$2,000 - 3,000

1069gemstone Carving of a Peasant holding a whiPBy the firm of Robert JuchemIdar-Oberstein, Germany Carved from a variety of hardstones including the jacket of lapis lazuli, the hat of nephrite and brown obsidian, the face of eosite quartz, tunic of green serpentine, the belt of rhodonite, the boots of yellow jasper, the cravat and gloves of dendritic agate. He holds a riding crop/whip of 18K yellow gold. Raised an a circular base of sodalite. Height 5 3/4in$2,000 - 3,000

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1070gemstone Carving of a Blanket merChantBy the firm of Robert JuchemIdar-Oberstein, GermanyDepicting a prosperous merchant, as is evidenced by the yellow gold watch fob visible in his pocket. The figure carved of a variety of gemstone materials including: the face and hands of eosite quartz, the coat of Russian black obsidian, the blankets made of brown obsidian, nephrite, jasper, chalcedony, rhodochrosite, white kascholong opal and brown agate. Raised on an oval black onyx base. Height 6 5/8in$2,000 - 3,000

1071gemstone Carving of a laBorerBy the firm of Robert JuchemIdar-Oberstein, Germany Carving of a number of hardstone materials, many of which are native to Russia: the hat is carved of Finnish spectrolite (labradorite); the beard, of brown jasper; the face and hand, of eosite quartz; the coat, of Russian brown obsidian; the tunic, of a pink hardstone; the trousers, of lapis lazuli; the shoes of black onyx; raised on an oval base of Russian brown obsidian. He carries a silver spade over his shoulder, stamped 800 with Russian import hallmarks. Height 5 1/4in$2,000 - 3,000

1072gemstone Carving of a ukranian PeasantBy the firm of Robert JuchemIdar-Oberstein, Germany Carved of a variety of hardstones, many of which are native to Russia or neighboring countries: the hat carved of Finnish spectrolite (labradorite); the cloak, of Russian brown obsidian; the shirt, of white dolomite with painted “embroidery”; the face and arms, of eosite quartz; the trousers, of lapis lazuli; the belt, of red jasper; the boots, of black agate. He holds a small 18K yellow gold pipe. Raised on an octagonal base carved of Russian black obsidian. Height 5 3/4in$2,000 - 3,000

1073BlaCk oBsidian dragon-form Box with gemstonesBy the House of Fabergé Jewelry SalonSt. Petersburg, Russia Beautifully carved of midnight black Russian obsidian, the eyes inset with tiger’s eye quartz cabochons, rimmed in gold. The neck mounted with 18K yellow gold and having a hinged closure with a rectangular-cut emerald as a thumb piece and 16 small diamonds inset to the collar. This is a unique object, created as an edition of one. Length 4 1/4in$3,500 - 4,500

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1074JasPer Carving of a hiPPoBy the House of Fabergé Jewelry SalonSt. Petersburg, Russia Carved of a deep green jasper and realistically textured to show the folds of skin, the eyes set with cabochon rubies, the interior of the mouth carved of orange eosite quartz, the tusks of silver. Length 4 1/4in$2,500 - 3,500


1075agate Carving of a frenCh BulldogBy the House of Fabergé Jewelry SalonSt. Petersburg, Russia This is a unique carving made by the House of Fabergé, the only firm in Russia officially permitted to make copies of original Fabergé objects--each object is released as a single example. Realistically carved of slightly brownish-grey highly translucent agate, this very fine carving is embellished with a 14K yellow gold chain-link collar, stamped 585, and gold toenails. Length 2 3/4in$2,500 - 3,500


1076BlaCk oBsidian Carving of a daChshundBy the House of Fabergé Jewelry SalonSt. Petersburg, Russia This is a unique sculpture, created as an edition of one, beautifully and very finely carved of obsidian depicting of a daschund. The cabochon eyes are carved of Ukrainian yellow heliodor. The diamond accented collar is of 14K yellow gold and the toenails are of yellow gold. Length 4 1/4in$2,500 - 3,500


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1077agate Carving of a Cat with silver BallBy the House of Fabergé Jewelry SalonSt. Petersburg, Russia Finely carved of translucent agate this masterful piece fully captures the playfulness of the cat as he coils to pounce on a “ball of yarn”. The ball is rendered of rope-twist silver. The cat’s nose is carved of jasper, the claws are rendered in 14K yellow gold. The composition rests upon a base of translucent green onyx. This is a unique sculpture, created as an edition of one, Length 6 1/2in$3,000 - 4,000


1078agate Carving of a CatBy the House of Fabergé Jewelry SalonSt. Petersburg, Russia Carved of a variegated white and black veined agate, the adult cat is enhanced with 18K yellow gold claws. A gold rimmed red aventurine quartz plate rests beside him. Seated on an oval base carved of Russian nephrite, bordered in silver. Height 4in$3,000 - 5,000

1079agate and rhodonite Carving of a shi tzu--”the Coquette”By the House of Fabergé Jewelry SalonSt. Petersburg, Russia A gemstone work of art, created as a unique example by the House of Fabergé--the precious canine expertly carved from translucent grey to brown agate, the eyes of Morion or smoky quartz with a black onyx nose. The cushion carved of Russian rhodonite and mounted with a silver rope-twist border. The bow carved of purpurine a form of red glass. With monogram initials WA inscribed to the base. Height 3 1/2in$2,500 - 3,500


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1080PuBlished gemstone Carving: the gyPsy fortune tellerBy ChubuancoFor the House of Fabergé Jewelry SalonSt. Petersburg, Russia A functional box which can be used to store a deck of cards, with concealed closure for the drawer. The blouse of the fortuneteller is carved of white kascholong opal from the Caspian Sea; the box, is carved of malachite; the scarf of red jasper; the face of eosite quartz; the scarf of lapis lazuli. The yellow gold cards are decorated with enamel. With sterling silver mounts. This is a unique gemstone sculpture, made in an edition of one. Height 6in$20,000 - 30,000

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1081PuBlished multi-gemstone Carving of a kvass sellerBy I. BorovikovFor the House of Fabergé Jewelry SalonSt. Petersburg, Russia A published object, this figure depicts classic Russian imagery: the Kvass seller. Kvass is a fermented beverage (of less than 1.2% alchohol) made from black or regular rye bread, the color of the bread contributing to the resulting color of the drink.

The present figure is carved of a variety of Russian minerals including: the hat, of brown and black obsidian; the beard of translucent brown agate; the face and hands of eosite quartz; the tunic, of red jasper; his teeth and the apron of white kascholong opal; the trousers, of nephrite; the boots of black obsidian which rest upon a circular base carved of jasper. With 16 jasper baranki (similar to bagels) suspended from a silver wire around his neck, and rock crystal stein and brown obsidian cask. This is a unique object, created as an edition of one. Height 10 3/4in$20,000 - 30,000


Published in the book “K. Faberge and His Followers,” by Valentin Skurlov, Tatiana Fabergé and Viktor Iluvin. Published 2009 by Leke Russia (Faces of Russia), St. Petersburg, Russia.

1082PuBlished fine gemstone Carving of a russian CharaCter figure--“russian defiler”By Kireell Nikolaivich Vinogradov and D. DimitrievFor the House of Fabergé Jewelry SalonSt. Petersburg, Russia Carved of a variety of gemstone materials most of which are native to Russia: the face, feet and hands, carved of eosite quartz; the beard, of brown agate; the hat, of green jasper; the tunic, carved of nephrite; the trousers, of black obsidian; the boots, of red jasper. Mounted with 14K yellow gold and the circular porphyry jasper base bordered in silver. This is a unique object, created as an edition of one in 2005. Height 9 1/2in$15,000 - 20,000


Published in the book “K. Faberge and His Followers”, by Valentin Skurlov, Tatiana Fabergé and Viktor Iluvin. Published 2009 by Leke Russia (Faces of Russia), St. Petersburg, Russia, page 449.

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1083PuBlished gemstone Carving of a danCer from the marlezonski BalletBy Svetlana SediychFor the House of Fabergé Jewelry SalonSt. Petersburg, Russia Perhaps the greatest sign of the skill of the lapidary artist is in the execution of the white glove which holds the white handkerchief--cut from the same piece of rough--the handkerchief is moveable upon touch. The rest of the figure comprises a variety of gemstones, most of which originate in Russia and include the following: the hat carved of brown jasper with inset lapis lazuli head band accented with a faceted ruby and gold adornment; the face, carved of light brown jasper using the natural graduation in color of the mineral to suggest reddish ears; the wig, of grey quarzite; the collar, cuff, gloves and handkerchief and eyes of white kascholong opal; the jacket of brown brecciated jasper; the trousers, of green jasper; the socks of brown banded jasper, and the shoes of black obsidian. Raised on a circular red jasper base. This is a unique object, created as an edition of one. Height 8 1/4in$15,000 - 20,000

Accompanied by a certificate from the House of Faberge Gold Collection, St. Petersburg, Russia

Published in the book “K. Faberge and His Followers”, by Valentin Skurlov, Tatiana Fabergé and Viktor Iluvin. Published 2009 by Leke Russia (Faces of Russia), St. Petersburg, Russia. Page 586.

1084Carved gemstone study of BlaCkBerries in a vaseBy the House of Fabergé Jewelry SalonSt. Petersburg, Russia Comprising two green and five black gemstone blackberries, with highly polished Russian nephrite leaves attached to a 14K yellow gold stem. The stem is removable from the vase carved of optically clear rock crystal quartz. On a miniature removable translucent nephrite plate. This is a unique flower study, created in a single edition. Height 5 1/4in$2,500 - 3,500


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1085Carved gemstone PaPerweightRussia Circa 1900This naturalistic carving comprises a variety of gemstones, many of which are native to Russia. The raspberries are carved of bright pink Russian rhodonite, their leaves and stems of green nephrite and the currents are carved of carnelian agate, black onyx and rock crystal. The cherries are carved of carnelian agate, with stems of 18K yellow gold. The leaves are carved of Russian serpentine; the gooseberries are carved of a chatoyant green quartz--with a the cat’s eye effect reminiscent of the sheen of the newly plucked fruit. Raised on a shaped and polished plinth slab of greyish-green jasper. Measuring 6 1/2 x 4 5/8 x 3in$5,000 - 7,000

1086green JasPer PaPer weightcirca 1930-1950RussiaCarved of Russian green jasper having an even and homogenous color, the bas relief, depicting the poet A.S. Pushkin. Length 5in$1,200 - 1,500

1087nePhrite and gold deCorated BoxRussian Of Russian nephrite, carved in bas relief with a Neoclassical style depiction of a female profile. The oval box decorated with substantial quantities of two-color 18K gold, with applied griffin, foliate swag and ribbon motif decoration. Length 2 3/4in$5,000 - 7,000

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1088stunning tiger iron matrix intarsia taBle on wrought iron Base--a gold medal winner at “the Jewelry olymPus” of 2008Designed by Konstantin Libman This particular table was the winner of a gold medal at “Jewelry Olympus” in 2008, the premier Russian gem carving competition held each year.

Tiger’s eye matrix is a fascinating “combination” mineral whose origins date back over two billion years ago. When tectonic plates shifted to form the Australian continent, deposits of red jasper, chatoyant tiger’s eye and black hematite were forced together under great pressure. The ancient ornamental gemstone, sometimes called tiger’s eye matrix, is the fascinating product of these monumental geologic events. Because the physical properties of each of the three minerals differ so greatly, only an experienced lapidary has the ability to work this material. The tiger iron used in the present lot is of exceptional quality, displaying flashing veins of golden-toned tiger’s eye, red jasper of a saturated rust-red hue and metallic black hematite. Fabricating this table with such a high degree of precision is a feat of the highest level of lapidary work with its beautifully honed edges and perfect book-matching of its intricate patterns. It is appropriate that this heirloom quality piece should have won a gold medal. Height 31 1/2in. Diameter 27 3/4in.$12,000 - 15,000

Accompanied by a copy of the International Jewelry and Gemstone Exhibition book, 2008, signed by the artist Konstantin Libman, in which this table was the winner of a gold medal as an entry in the “Jewelry Olympus”, a premier Russian gem carving competition.

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1089Pietra dura taBletoPMade in Florence, ItalyCirca 1900Of circular outline, this inlaid tabletop depicts a parakeet alighting upon a branch with ripe pomegranates bursting with iridescent red seeds. The piece is composed of various hardstones including malachite, jasper, serpentine and lapis. Diameter 19in$5,000 - 7,000

1090two Pietra dura PaPerweightsLate 19th CenturyFlorence, ItalyEach decorated with a design of white jasmine vines, inlaid with a white hardstone and green jasper. Measuring 4 1/2in and 4 3/4in (2)$1,500 - 2,000

1091two antique miCro-mosaiC oBJeCtsItaly The first, a large plaque of scalloped outline, depicting the Doges Palace and eight other scenes of Venice, length 6 3/4in; together with a book-form paperweight carved of marble, the front of which is embellished with a micro-mosaic scene of the Coliseum, length 4 1/4in (2)$1,200 - 1,500Without Reserve

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1092“grand tour” serPentine Carving of wrestlersItaliansecond half of the 19th Century This fine example of serpentine carving of “ The Wrestlers” is a copy of the sculpture now in the Uffizi Gallery in Florence which in turn is a Roman sculpture after the lost original Greek Bronze of the 3rd Century BCE. Also called “The Pancrastinae”, which is form of freestyle wrestling. Carvings such as this one would have been sold to travelers visiting Italy, hence the appellation of “Grand Tour”. Measuring 10 x 9 x 5 1/2in$2,000 - 3,000

1093three “grand tour” serPentine CarvingsItalian second half of the 19th centuryThe largest carving, length 9in, made after the marble lion sculpted in 1792 for the tomb of Pope Clement XIII in St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome. The second, length 4in, a serpentine copy of the marble “Jennings Dog” after the Roman and Hellenistic models; and the third carving, a walking lion, length 5in. Serpentine carvings such as these would have been sold o travelers visiting Italy, hence the appellation of “Grand Tour”. (3)$2,000 - 3,000

The Dog of Alcibiades (also known as the The Duncombe Dog or The Jennings Dog), is a 2nd century AD Roman carved marble copy of a Hellenistic bronze figure. The marble model of the Molossus was purchased by Henry Constantine Jennings in Rome in the 1750s, who later lost the dog in the settlement of his gambling debts when it was sold at auction at Phillips in London. Today the marble Molossus resides in the British museum. The present lot, modeled with a tail, varies from the original version which has a docked tail.

1094moss agate trayA form of dendritic agate, moss agate has a dendritic formation of a more three-dimensional form in which the dendrites develop in fissures in quartz. Of rounded rectangular outline, this pen tray is a beautiful and functional lapidary work. Length 8in$1,200 - 1,500Without Reserve

1095antique moss agate and silver Cigarette CaseEnglish, circa 1914Carved in Idar-Oberstein of moss agate, an unusual form of dendritic agate, this cigarette case is mounted with silver, engraved From Xenia, 26-3-14. Signed J.C. Vickery, 179,181, 183 Regent, S.W. Height 3 1/2in$2,500 - 3,000

1096art deCo agate Cigarette CaseIdar-Oberstein, Germany The highly translucent agate case, carved in Idar-Oberstein, the silver and marcasite fittings made elsewhere in Europe. With a small cabochon moonstone thumbpiece. Length 4in$3,500 - 4,000

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1097Pair of Carved rose quartz maCCawsBy Peter Mueller Brazil Each carved of bright pink, translucent rose quartz, with rubellite tourmaline cabochon eyes, silver-gilt feet, on a green tourmaline and lepidolite base, raised on a lucite base. Height 18in$8,000 - 10,000

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1098maJestiC rose quartz Carving of a CoCkatooBy Peter MuellerBrazil This substantial, bright pink, translucent rose quartz carving depicts a tropical cockatoo with ruffled plummage, with tiger’s eye quartz beak, rubellite tourmaline eyes, on silver-gilt feet with perch upon a polished rock crystal base. Height 13in$3,500 - 5,500

1099Pair of Carved amethyst maCCawsBy Peter MuellerBrazil Each carved of bright, violet-hued Brazilian amethyst, with gemstone beaks, rubellite tourmaline cabochons eyes, on silver-gilt feet, raised on a rock crystal quartz base. Height 8 1/2in (2)$2,500 - 3,500

1100two rose quartz Carvings dePiCting hummingBirdsBy Peter MuellerBrazil The first, with three carved rose quartz hummingbirds having carnelian beaks, on a watermelon tourmaline base, above a rock crystal slab, height 6 1/2in; together with another rose quartz carving of hummingbirds on a watermelon tourmaline in quartz base. Height 6in (2)$2,500 - 3,500

1101amethyst Carving of a roosterBy Peter MuellerBrazil Carved from bright violet-hued amethyst, with synthetic coral comb, yellow agate beak, on silver-gilt legs perched on a watermelon tourmaline in matrix base, on a rectangular, polished rock crystal quartz base. Height 9 3/4in$2,000 - 3,000

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1102roCk Crystal Carving of a mandarin storkBy Peter MuellerBrazil Realistically carved to depict a majestic bird about to alight, the snowy white body rendered in highly transparent rock crystal quartz, the beak carved of yellow agate, with rubellite tourmaline cabochon eyes, raised on silver gilt legs which rest a top a silver-gilt branch on a circular base trimmed in silver. Height 10in$2,000 - 2,500

1103two amethyst Carvings of heronsBy Peter MuellerBrazil Each carved of violet-hued amethyst, with a hardstone beak, silver legs, on Brazilian tourmaline in matrix bases. Height 7 1/2in (2)$1,800 - 2,200

1104three Carved gemstone BearsDesigned by Sylvia Quispe Aparicio Suitable for use as either cabinet display or possibly to be mounted as pendants: the Papa bear is carved of lemon yellow citrine, weighing approximately 46.61 carats, height 33mm; the Mama bear carved of green tourmaline, weighing approximately 24.90 carats, height 25.0mm; and the baby bear carved of rubellite tourmaline, weighing approximately 24.90 carats, height 25.0mm. One can only wonder what this imaginative designer will carve next....Goldilocks? (3)$3,000 - 4,000

1105ruBy PaPer weight--”frog on a heart-shaPed lily Pad”Designed by Sylvia Quispe Aparicio A unique design consisting of gem-quality massive ruby from Tanzania, carved and polished to depict a small frog seated atop a heart-shaped lily pad. Weighing approximately 662.0 carats and measuring 66.0 x 68.0 x 24.0mm$1,500 - 2,000

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1106one-of-a-kind ruBy and BlaCk oBsidian mahJong set in Custom Presentation BoxBy Luis Alberto Quispe Aparicio Mahjong is seen as a reflection of our daily existence. The game is a mirror of a person’s true character: once players sit down at the Mahjong table, their personalities become more apparent by the way they play. Chinese describe this as paai bun, or the ethics of Mahjong.

This ruby set is probably the most luxurious Mahjong ever created. It was manufactured entirely by hand and took a period of more than 8 months to complete. The materials composing this art object were carefully chosen having as their main component solid blocks of Tanzanian ruby--a gemstone representing the expression of the fiery energy of the sun, nobility and royalty. Ruby is said to bring prosperity and protection, as well as keep one healthy and beautiful.

From a technical point of view, ruby is the second hardest gemstone known to man after diamond, hence, carving it represents a challenging endeavor in which only the gifted and strong of body and mind achieve success.

The set consists of 144 extra-large tiles: 36 in the Bamboo suit, 36 in the Circle suit (or tongzi), 36 in the Character suit (or wan), 16 Wind tiles, 12 Dragon tiles and 8 bonus tiles (4 Flowers and 4 Seasons), 98 coins and two die.

The metal work protecting the ruby tiles was engraved and hand hammered in gold vermeil, the symbolic color of the five legendary emperors of ancient China and signifying neutrality and good luck.

Adorning each tile on the face and reverse side, the artist used more than 1000 rubies and 300 diamonds all of which provide an added feel of luxury.

One of the myths about the origins of Mahjong suggests that Confucius, the Chinese philosopher, developed the game in about 500 BC. The three dragon (cardinal) tiles also agree with the three cardinal virtues bequeathed by Confucius. Hóng Zhōng , Fā Cái and Bái Bǎn represent benevolence, sincerity, and filial piety, respectively. The myth also claims that Confucius was fond of birds, which would explain the name mah-jong meaning “sparrow”. This legend was the inspiration for the design of the reverse side of each tile: the artist carved a pair of black obsidian sparrows sitting on a branch and adorned them with diamonds and rubies.

Counters to play are represented by coins carved of black hematite or white mother-of-pearl with gold vermeil borders. The dice were carved in ruby: one with large faceted Burma rubies to show the numbers and the other with pavé-set diamonds.

Dimensions: 35 x 18 1/4 x 7in. Individual tile dimension: 43 x 35 x 26mm$90,000 - 120,000

Offered in a custom made presentation box of mahogany wood with ebony veneer.

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1107unique ruBy-in-zoisite Carving of fish-- “the aquarium”By Luis Alberto Quispe AparicioThe unique imagination of the artist is seen in this novel lapidary creation: a variety of fish and sea creatures such as snails and octopi, sea horses and a crab are carved of fine quality Tanzanian ruby. The sea vegetation is rendered in gold vermeil. The composition rests upon a slab of Brazilian agate which is displayed in a wood and glass aquarium with removable panels. The effect is naturalistic and unique and best of all one doesn’t have to worry about who will feed the fish when one is away on vacation! The fish tank measures 24 3/4 x 33 x 17 in. the largest fish measures 5 x 6 x 2 in and weighs 4737 carats gross with the vermeil.$60,000 - 80,000

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1108three ruBy miCe in BoatBy Luis Alberto Quispe Aparicio A whimsical animal carving depicting three mice in a leaf-shaped boat, using a gold vermeil feather as an oar. Their journey appears dangerous judging by the turbulence of the waters--the base of rock crystal quartz has been rendered with frosted finish to resemble frothy waves. Length 11in$3,000 - 4,000

1109ruBy-in-zoisite snail on BlaCk oBsidian leafBy Luis Alberto Quispe AparacioThe snail, carved of a single piece of ruby-in-zoisite, the ruby portion forming the shell of the snail while the green zoisite portion forms the body. The creature rests upon a leaf carved of black obsidian polished to a lustrous sheen. With gold vermeil antenae with cabochon ruby terminations. Length 8in$1,200 - 1,500

1110Pair of Carved ruBy sParrows on quartzBy Luis Alberto Quispe Aparicio This attractive avian carving depicts a pair of sparrows rendered in Tanzanian ruby, the belly of one bird displaying an area of green zoisite, together weighing approximately 1360 carats, with gold vermeil feet, resting upon a quartz crystal cluster. Height 9in$2,500 - 3,500

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Potential bidders outside of the United States who intend to import this lot are advised that permits may be required. If you are interested in this lot, please contact the Natural History Department before bidding.

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very large Coral Carving on aquamarine and feldsPar BaseCoralium elatiumPacific Ocean Carved of a single large branch of coral with imagery depicting a Guanyin, flowers, scrolling waves and clouds as well as a bird and other Buddhist attributes. Weighing approximately 140.3 grams. Height 9in. Placed on a removable base having two aquamarine crystals in feldspar. Height with base: 11in (2)$2,000 - 3,000

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Coral Carving of ePidote and Prenite BaseCoralium elatiumPacific Ocean A fine branch coral carved to depict a Guanyin, dragons and scrolling cloud motifs, carved on both sides, weighing approximately 79.1 grams, height 4 3/4in. With a removable base formed of a mineral specimen of phrenite with epidote. Height with base: 6 3/4in$1,500 - 2,000

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two Carved Pink BranCh CoralsCorallium secundum Pacific OceanThe first, of branching form carved with foliate motifs, black berries and squirrels, height 5 3/4in.; the second, carved with various floral motifs including a three ducks, a frog, various wave motifs and flowers, length 5 1/4in (2)$2,000 - 3,000

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Carved BranCh Coral on standCoraliaum elatiumPacific Ocean A large branch of orangey-pink coral of thick proportions, carved to the front with a seated female figure amidst floral and foliate decoration. Height with stand: 7 3/4in$2,000 - 3,000

1115ComPanion Pair of Carved marBle horses’ headsCirca 1900Bikaner, Rajashstan These horse heads once originated from the private collection of His Highness, the Late Narendra Singh Ji, Maharaja of Bikaner, Western india. A lover of horses and dogs, these were a part of the Maharaja’s collection of horse carvings. Made from pristine white marble, probably originating from the same quarries that were the source for the marbles for the Taj Mahal. Differently proportioned, they most likely represent a male and a female pair...The style of carving suggests a strong European influence as the Maharajas were hugely influenced by Europe. Each of these stylized carvings is an imposing and unique piece. Measuring 22 1/4 x 18 x 7in and 18 x 16 x 5 1/2in (2)$15,000 - 20,000

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1116grouP of four mother-of-Pearl oBJeCtsIndialate 19th Century/early 20th Century Each object made of sections of a nautilus shells including: a footed vase with brass fittings and fringe, raised on an alabaster base, height 2 3/4 in; a horse drawn carriage, length 4in; a sailing ship, height 5 3/4 in; and a small ewer with stopper, height 4in (4)$2,000 - 3,000

1117grouP of three gemstone CarvingsIncluding a seated lapis lauzuli carving of a happy Buddha, length 5in; a sodalite carving of a Guanyin holding a covered vase, on a removable wooden stand, height with stand 7in,; and a banded carnelian agate carving of a Guanyin with flowers, on a wooden stand, height 6 3/4in (3)$2,000 - 3,000

1118three multi-gemstone Carvings of afriCan suBJeCtsEach gemstone carving depicting a female figure in three-quarter bust pose, composed of a variety of African gemstones including verdite, banded onyx, and various hardsontes to depict their jewelry, clothing and headgear. Signed Sello. Height 6in$1,200 - 1,500Without Reserve

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1119Jet Carving of a ravenBy Lee DowneyBali, IndonesiaThe raven is the largest species of songbird and largest all-black bird in the world, often measuring up to 24 inches from beak to end of tail. This is a dramatic carving of Corvus corax, the raven, rendered in pure black Mongolian jet. A fossilized coal, jet is a durable lightweight black stone that has been mined since prehistoric times. Such large pieces of jet as the rough from which this raven was carved are unheard of. The raven is the largest species of songbird and largest all-black bird in the world, often measuring up to 24 inches from beak to end of tail. He rests upon an antique teakwood fence post upon a rectangular base of natural jet. Overall height: 30 1/2in$6,000 - 8,000

Offered in two Balinese fabric covered custom-fitted boxes.

1120BlaCk oBsidian Carving of a water BuffaloRealistically carved with texturing of the hide, the movement of the aggressive animal is successfully captured. Raised on a custom-fitted wooden base. Length 12in$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

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1121California tourmaline gem treeStewart Mine, Pala, San Diego County, CaliforniaThis exquisite gemstone statue depicting a large tree decorated with exotic flower petals was created circa 1978 by Ed Swoboda, owner of the famous Stewart lithia mine in San Diego County. Swoboda began manufacturing jewelry in the 1950s, brought to life in magnificent gold-plated metalwork set with gemstones and pearls. This particular ‘gem tree’ was one of the first ever to be produced by Swoboda, and also one of the largest he ever created using native tourmaline from the Pala area. Great care was taken in fabrication, choosing matching stones from the mine, and using quality 18-karat gold vermeil filigree work for the branches. Reminiscent of a cherry blossom tree, this oriental influenced design was formed using realistic textures on the trunk and branches, which suspend clusters of cherry pink tourmaline. The tree is firmly rooted in a landscape inspired stand, suggested by the use of natural pink tourmaline crystals in a purple lepidolite matrix. This is a rare collectible associated with California mineralogical history, commissioned and owned by one of the greatest field collectors of the 1900s. This example was held in a private collection since it was first purchased in the 1970s. Height 13in$10,000 - 15,000

Provenance: Ex. Ed Swoboda Collection, Beverly Hills, California

1122tanzanite Carving of a gorillaBy Ronald Stevens A cabinet-sized carving of the large primate, rendered in vivid blue-violet tanzanite, having realistic texturing to the fur. Weighing approximately 605.0 carats. Height 2 1/2in$7,000 - 9,000

1123unique marra mamBa tiger’s eye BaCkgammon setBy Konstantin Libman This magnificent and unique backgammon set is entirely hand made of exceptional hardstone materials. The exterior is formed of book-matched sections of a rare variety of tiger’s eye matrix from Western Australia called Marra Mamba Tiger’s eye. This material was high-graded and selected for its exquisite bands of tiger’s eye with its fine golden chatoyancy. The interior is luxuriously fitted with pietersite, a rare breciatted mineral found in Namibia which has an exotic blue coloration that provides this set with a feel of dramatic luxury. The black borders are made of dolerite, a volcanic basalt. The pieces are carved of red and black dinosaur bone from Utah and chatoyant tiger’s eye. This is an exquisite backgammon set sure to become a family heirloom for generations to come. Measuring 14 3/4 x 8 x 2in$30,000 - 40,000

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deCor1124imPressive Pair of malaChite vasesEach comprising fine quality malachite, carved in sections into a baluster form. Height 29in$5,000 - 7,000

1125Pair of malaChite oBelisksComposed of beautifully polished malachite from the Democratic Republic of Congo, with excellent patterns of concentric banding visible. Height 33in$3,000 - 5,000

1126aventurine quartz BowlBy Manfred WildIdar-Oberstein, GermanyGreen aventurine is a soft green semi-translucent to mostly opaque quartzite with inclusions of shimmering fuchsite mica. It is formed when impurites were present in the original quartz-rich sedimentary deposit, in this case, when chromium is present, then the green-colored muscovite mica variety called fuchsite can occur disseminated throughout the quartzite in parallel orientation. This gives aventurine its green color and sparkled effect. Notable for its large size, even consistency of color and translucency, this rich green oval-shaped bowl exhibits the epitome of the nearly lost art of bowl carving. Length 10in$6,000 - 8,000

1127riCh violet amethyst BowlHyderabad, IndiaThis highly unusual piece was carved from a single crystal, of rich purple hue, with deep, sloping, slightly curved sides which would have been difficult to shape given the prismatic nature of the original material. The color is a deep, rich reddish purple with desirable, distinct lines of parallel color banding. Diameter 7in$2,500 - 3,500

1128rare derByshire “Blue John” Carved tazza and two BowlsIdar-Oberstein, Germany Much sought-after by collectors is this rare gemstone from Derbyshire, England popularly known as “blue john”, a rare purple banded fluorite. Carved in Idar-Oberstein, Germany, the small tazza shows excellent vivid banding of purple and golden hues, raised on a black marble base, height 4in; together with two small circular bowls, each carved of a single piece of bright purple blue john (fluorite from England). Diameters 3 1/2 and 2 1/2in (3)$1,000 - 1,500Without Reserve

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1129ormolu mounted green marBle vaseCarved from variegated green marble with white veining, this classical vase of baluster form is decorated with ormolu. Height 17in$2,000 - 3,000

1130Pair of laPis lazuli vasesEach of classic baluster form, consisting of inlaid sections of gem-grade Afghani lapis lazuli having an intense blue color and minor pyrite inclusions. Height 12in (2)$2,000 - 3,000

1131very fine shattuCkite intarsia BoxBy Konstantin LibmanDemocratic Republic of the CongoShattuckite is a rare copper silicate mineral, which like a number of other secondary copper minerals has a very attractive blue color. It is named after its type locality, The Shattuck Mine, where it was first discovered in the copper mines of Bisbee, Arizona. At the Shattuck Mine, it forms pseudomorphs after malachite, i.e. it replaces the crystal structure of the original malachite atom by atom. Shattukite takes a very good polish and is particularly excellent when used for carving—it is rarely seen in slab form as it appears in this handsome box. The slabs are beautifully bookmatched along the sides. The hinged lid opens to reveal a wood lined interior. Measures 9 x 5 x 2 1/2in$4,000 - 6,000

1132grouP of mineral sPheresComprising 33 examples including: petrified wood, diameter 5in; ocean jasper, diameter 4 1/2in, apatite, diameter 4 1/2in; and various jaspers and quartzes. (33)$2,000 - 3,000

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1133very large sePtarian BowlOne of the largest septarian nodule bowls ever made. Calcite, aragonite and limestone are the three primary components of this decorative stone, produced over 50 million years ago by nature’s amazing forces. Measures 18 1/2 x 17 1/2 x 8in$3,000 - 3,500

1134large Bowl Carved of CroCodile JasPerAn exceptionally large and beautiful bowl carved from a massive piece of crocodile jasper, also known as kambaba jasper. This agate is composed of fossilized stromatolite algae, which lived on Earth billions of years ago. Measures 25 x 12 x 8 1/2in$2,500 - 3,000

1135large Carved quartz Crystal BowlThis exceptionally large, decorative quartz bowl was carved from a massive crystal and required hundreds of hours of work by a skilled lapidary artist. The semi-translucent quartz gives the impression that the bowl is made of ice. A rare find. Measuring 34 x 26 x 14in$6,000 - 8,000

1136exCePtional rainBow Banded fluorite free form sCulPtureChinaDistinguished by vivid green gemmy surface and alternating bands of bright green and violet hues, this large decorative specimen would create a stunning visual statement in any home or corporate interior. Measuring 50 x 21 x 11in$2,000 - 3,000

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1137Pair of ruBy and diamond-set ChoPstiCksBy Paolo Costagli This novel pair of chopsticks is set pavillion side up with fine, red circular-cut rubies, weighing approximately 25.16 carats, alternating with small diamond accents, weighing approximately 3.77 carats, mounted in gold vermeil. Length 8 1/2in$7,000 - 9,000

1137APair of ruBy-set salt and PePPer shakersBy Paolo Costagli Designed in the form of sea urchins, with bright red rubies decorating the surface, set pavillion side up, weighing approximately 35.50 carats. Mounted in gold vermeil. Signed Costagli, New York. Diameter 2in (2)$5,000 - 7,000

1138two Carved gemstone tazzasThe first, carved of highly transparent rock crystal quartz, height 9 1/2in; the second, carved of bright pink translucent rose quartz, height 8 1/2in (2)$2,000 - 3,000

1139ColleCtion of 145 mineral eggsEach approximately 2 3/4in high: carved of a variety of hardstones including: malachite, jasper, agate, pyrite, calcite, amazonite, sodalite, serpentine, etc. (145)$4,000 - 6,000

1140roCk Crystal quartz sPhereBrazilPerplexing legends and mythological folklore have been told about the magical crystal ball. It is believed that the past, present and even the future can be seen by gazing into this mesmerizing sphere. The present specimen is a true crystal ball cut from the highest quality Brazilian quartz, polished to a brilliant finish. With only the most minor of inclusions, this is nearly an optical grade sphere of rock crystal quartz--rare indeed for the quartz species. Diameter 2 1/2in$2,000 - 3,000

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1141illuminated quartz Crystal BaseBy Hovave RappaportCalifornia This highly transparent quartz crystal has been transformed into a memorable lighting fixture. The polished black granite base, of hexagonal outline, echoes the shape of the quartz crystal structure. The glow from within would be attractive for any interior application. Height 17in$2,000 - 3,000

1142Pair of roCk Crystal lamP BasesCarved of rock crystal quartz, each lamp base is comprised of four spheres which graduate in size. Raised on a square rock crystal plinth above a silver painted wooden base. Height 19 1/2in (2)$4,000 - 6,000

1143agate BowlIdar-Oberstein, GermanyThe art of bowl-making is a lost one and no remaining artists in Idar-Oberstein spend their time in the production of bowls. This is a particularly fine one, showing exceptional thinness, yet evenness of its sides, all the while revealing the vivid color of its concentric banding. Length 5 3/4in$1,000 - 1,500Without Reserve

1144two nePhrite Jade oBJeCts and a Jade BowlIdar-Oberstein, Germany The first, a covered box of shell-form outline, with hinged lid, stamped 750 for 18K gold, with rope twist border to the lid and a substantial interior border and piano hinge, raised on a foot rimmed in 18K yellow gold, length 4 1/4in; together with an oval nephrite bowl of excellent thinness, with very good translucency, length 4 1/4in(2); together with a jade bowl of circular outline, carved from mutton fat jade with brown and black veining, raised on a small foot. Diameter 9 1/4in (3)$2,000 - 2,500Without Reserve

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1145grouP of five Petrified wood deCorative oBJeCtsAraucarioxylon ArizonicumTriassicArizonaA collection of five petrified wood objects produced from the prehistoric Araucarioxylon Arizonicum tree. Including two cross-section slabs, a fine pair of bookends, a bowl and a sphere. Largest measures 13 1/2 x 9 1/2 x 5 1/2in (5)$2,500 - 3,000

1146large Petrified wood sPhereAraucarioxylon ArizonicumTriassicArizonaThe varied hues in Arizona petrified wood are produced by metals such as copper, iron, magnesium and uranium, which seeped into the trees’ cellulose over eons. These giant pine trees have been covered by metal-rich volcanic ash for nearly 210 million years. Offered is a large sphere carved of this unique fossilized wood. Diameter 12 1/2in$6,000 - 8,000

1147grouP of four Petrified wood sPheresAraucarioxylon arizonicum TriassicChinle Formation, Northern ArizonaFour decorative polished spheres of petrified wood from Arizona, each having a variety of colors and patterning and each including some fine red hues. Diameters measuring: 5 1/2, 5, 5 and 4in (4)$1,800 - 2,200

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1148roCk Crystal quartz PointBrazil A single, large crystal point of impressive size possessing great presence revealed through its lustrous polished faces. It is easy to grasp why such items have a strong attraction for metaphysics and spiritualists. Measuring 27 x 15 x 9in$2,000 - 3,000

1149large laPis free-form sCulPtureAfghanistan A beautiful and large free-form sculpture of lapis lazuli contour polished to display its rich, vibrant color of nearly gem or “cabochon” grade quality and characteristic golden-toned pyrite inclusions. Measuring 16 x 9 x 3in$2,500 - 3,500

1150madagasCar Petrified wood BowlTriassicWestern MadagascarA nicely carved decorative bowl made from some of the most colorful Triassic petrified wood from Madagascar. This bowl shows not only the color range of the petrified wood but also the internal structure of the conifer pine. Measures 7 1/2 x 14 1/2 x 12in$2,000 - 2,500

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1151rainBow oBsidian Polished free-form sCulPtureJalisco, Mexico Characteristic of natural black glass from this region of Mexico are the iridescent bands of flowing color, based in layers of microscopic crystals which formed as the volcanic glass slowly cooled. These micro-crystals reflect light in a manner similar to opals. The present example is a very fine one with rainbow patterns of concentric lines and an extensive amount of purple visible. Measures 11 x 10 x 3 1/2in$2,000 - 3,000

1152large turquoise nugget on standChina The turquoise deposits of China are legendary most rough found would be used for creating cabochons for jewelry. As a result large nuggets, such as this one, usually were not retained. The present specimen is suitable for use as a contemplation stone. Visually arresting, it is very three-dimensional and viewable from all sides. Raised on a carved wooden base. Large nuggets of turquoise are rare in the present market. Weighing 89.0 lbs. Measuring 15 x 12 x 14in$6,000 - 8,000

1153“root Beer” smoky quartz egg-from CarvingMinas Gerais, Brazil This attractive smoky quartz egg has been polished to a high sheen in order to reveal the inner depths of color--a warm natural reddish brown. Its large size would make this a fine display specimen. Weighing approximately 7530 carats. Height 4 1/2in$3,000 - 4,000

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1154large and imPressive malaChite intarsia BoxFabricated in Florence, Italy It is indisputable that the finest intarsia work in the world is still created in Florence. The present box is such an example: employing highly figured malachite with excellent concentric banding visible, the side joints and seams of this box are nearly invisible. Lined with a black onyx and the hinged lid secured by a substantial brass piano hinge. Measuring 20 x 30 x 10cm$5,000 - 7,000

1155large rhodoChrosite intarsia BoxFabricated in Florence, Italy Fine rhodochrosite in larger sizes is almost entirely unavailable in the present market. This top-quality lapidary box was made with expert care in fashioning its nearly invisible joints and seams. Lined with black onyx and having a substantial brass piano hinge. Measuring 11 x 8 x 3 1/2in$6,000 - 8,000

1156ColleCtion of five Carved mineral sPheresMadagascarA collection of spheres, produced of star rose quartz, rock crystal quartz, labradorite, septarian and petrified wood. Largest diameter 5in (5)$2,500 - 3,000

1157two large mineral sPheresThe first, of rich red brecciated jasper, diameter 11in, the second, of orange calcite, diameter 11in (2)$2,000 - 3,000

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1158two large mineral sPheresThe first, of stitchtite, diameter 11 in; the second, a banded orange calcite sphere, diameter 11in (2)$2,000 - 3,000

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1159nePhrite Jade BoulderYukon Territories, Canada A somber presence is evoked by this rich, deep black-green nephrite boulder still in possession of its natural “rind”. A vertical presentation would allow it to be used as a indoor/outdoor scholar’s stone. Weighing approximately 319 lbs (144 kilos) and measuring 39 x 21 x 10in$3,000 - 5,000

1160imPressive nePhrite Jade slaBYukon Territories, Canada Prodigious in size, this impressive nephrite jade slab displays a sizable thickness of approximately 4 inches (most examples of nephrite slabs, if they can be found at all, would average 3/4 of an inch thick). The present example displays natural boulder edges and rind visible as well as a sawn face. Weighing approximately 350 lbs (158 kilos) and measuring 36 x 30 x 4in$3,500 - 4,500


1161unique Pair of exotiC root wood elePhantsBurl root woodChinaThe art of root carving and root wood sculpture in China has a long tradition with some recorded pieces dating back as early as the Yuan and Ming periods (before A.D. 1215). Fushun City in Liaoning Province, in particular, is known for this unique art form. The present elephants are of a burled root wood, possibly from an elm or boxwood, and they are the size of actual juvenile elephants. The original shape of the root wood has been used to suggest their figures, (although with some joins visible), with no additional man-made carving. Their trunks are rendered of carved wood, made to appear as though they were ivory. The burl or gnarled wood is well-suited in suggesting the folds of skin on this unforgettable pair of pachyderms. This unique pair would surely create a statement in any home or corporate interior. Each measuring 108 x 53 x 47in (2)$30,000 - 50,000

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rare gemstones of the ameriCas1162rare ameriCan natural PearlMississippi River This is a one-of-a-kind wing-shaped natural pearl from the Mississipi River. These pearls are distinguished by a recognizable, soft luster which is not seen in saltwater pearls. The present pearl has not only this exemplary luster but also a pink to green iridescence known in the pearl trade as “orient” which appears to hover above the white body color. The wing-shape would allow the designing jeweler to create an exceptional and unique piece of jewelry using this pearl as inspiration, undrilled. Weighing approximately 25.50 carats and measuring 26.90 x 20.60 x 11.20mm$20,000 - 30,000

Accompanied by a Gemological Institute of America report number 11176972 dated June 8, 2000 stating that the 25.50 carats (102.0 grains) pearl is a natural freshwater pearl.

1163large rare ameriCan natural PearlUnio speciesMississippi PearlThe exceptional luster of this natural freshwater river pearl renders it an outstanding offering. A pink and green orient can be seen hovering over the fine white body color of the exquisite baroque shape, undrilled.Weighing approximately 29.97 carats and measuring 23.48 x 17.92 x 8.85mm$20,000 - 30,000

Accompanied by a Gemological Institute of America certificate stating that the 29.97 carats pearl is a natural freshwater pearl with no indications of treatment.

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1164museum-quality red Beryl--”a rare ameriCan red emerald”Wah Wah Mountains, Utah A rare and sizeable red beryl gemstone, (also known as “red emerald”), from the only known locality for the mineral. The claim, once briefly operated by Tiffany and Co. in search of treasured gem rough, is now entirely depleted and closed.

Distinguished by a true red color, this beautiful emerald-cut faceted stone has a superb degree of color saturation of the correct hue, as well as excellent luster and fine clarity. Stones of over one carats for this species are exceedingly rare, and this one is nearly two and a half times that magic number. This is an exceedingly rare gem for the serious collector and a unique opportunity to possess an American treasure. Weighing approximately 2.44 carats and measuring 10.0 x 7.5 x 4.0mm$80,000 - 100,000

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1165rare suite of Benitoites--”California’s state gem”San Benito County, CaliforniaAround the turn of the century, a prospector discovered a blue material that he believed to be sapphire. Examination by experts determined the new gem material to be an unknown mineral. In addition, it turned out that the new material represented a previously unknown example of crystal form. It was given the name of benitoite, since it was found near the headwaters of the San Benito River in the county of the same name. Benitoite is prized for its adamantine or diamond-like luster and high dispersion. Its refractive index and dispersion are high enough to resemble colorless-to blue diamonds. The fact that their specific gravity and hardness differs from that of diamonds and that all benitoites fluoresce blue, allows differentiation. Benitoite was declared the official state gemstone of California. Although its public recognition and consequent desirability have increased dramatically over the past few years. Its only source is a small mine in San Benito County in northern California. Comprising 13 circular-cut stones having rich blue color and adamantine luster. The central stone weighing approximately 1.01 carats. Total weight approximately 5.68 carats total. (13)$11,000 - 13,000

1166rare California kunziteOceanview Mine, Pala District, San Diego County, California Faceted as a pear-shape, this gem lilac-pink kunzite originates from the last working mine in San Diego County. Beautifully faceted, the luster of the stone reveals its excellent clarity. Weighing approximately 33.97 carats and measuring 28.0 x 16.0 x 10.1mm$3,000 - 4,000

1167rare suite of 45 quahog PearlsMercenaria mercenaria Northern Quahog clam species Coastal waters of the North AtlanticDescribed by Linnaeus in 1758, the quahog pearl does not come from an oyster but rather a thick-shelled edible member of the clam family. It is estimated that only 1 in 100,000 Quahog clams actually produce a pearl of any kind. Before its use in jewelry the Quahog was used as the nation’s first domestic currency. The Wampanoag tribe used a medium of exchange called wampum which consisted of beads made of the shell of the Quahog bi-valves.

The present suite was painstakingly collected by its owner over a period of three decades. The forty-five pearls show the range of hues in which these pearls can be found from deep aubergine to violet, lavender, purple, cream, ivory and white with the largest weighing approximately 22.75 carats and measuring 16.5 x 11.5 mm. The suite includes six pearl which could be mounted as a pair of earrings. This is an extraordinary suite of non-nacreous pearls which represents a lifetime of collecting and a unique offering at public auction. (45) Total weight approximately 242.29 carats.$250,000 - 300,000

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1168large natural PearlPinctada margaritifera Sea of Cortez, Baja California, Mexico Bouton-shaped with a high dome and suitable for mounting as a ring or pendant, this fine natural pearl displays a bluish-gray color. A saltwater pearl originating from a black-lipped oyster, this is an exceptional classic for this region. It is particularly rare, as the vast majority of Baja pearls do not even reach 1 carat in size and this one weighs nearly 17 carats, undrilled. Weighing approximately 16.93 carats and measuring 13.5 x 11.0mm$75,000 - 95,000

Accompanied by a Gemological Institute of America report number 215667000 dated October 8, 2014 stating that the 16.93 carats pearls is natural, saltwater and that it shows no indications of treatment.

1169rare natural PearlPteria speciesCoastal saltwaters of Baja California Peninsula, MexicoA rare saltwater oyster pearl with a classic drop-shape allowing it to be mounted as a pendant, the present pearl is very rare due to the exceptional size of nearly 13 carats. The exquisite shape and the beautiful grey to pinkish bronze color with pinkish overtones makes this a desirable pearl. The size in particular makes it rare as the vast majority of Baja pearls do not even reach 1 carat in size, undrilled.Weighing approximately 12.73 carats and measuring 18.5 x 9.7mm$75,000 - 95,000

Accompanied by a Gemological Institute of America report numbered 215667003 dated October 8, 2014 stating that the 12.73 carats pearl is natural, saltwater, with no indications of treatment.

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1170rare and exCePtional aBalone Pearl--”the Blue Bird”Haliotis sp. Coastal waters of Baja, California Peninsula, Mexico

“The abalone pearl is one of the most beautiful and unusual of pearls.It is one of the rarest...The colors of the abalone pearl are rich and exotic...The rarest and most highly prized offer rich peacock blue and green hues.”The Book of the Pearl, by George Frederick Kunz (1856-1932)

An exceptionally large and fine abalone pearl, weighing approximately 187.34 carats. Superbly lustrous, its iridescence is exceptional in terms of all abalone pearls, and particularly that of large ones, which tend not to demonstrate gemmy qualities beyond a certain size.

Abalone is a primitive univalve (one shell) mollusk at least thirty million years old. There are eight varieties found in various areas around the Pacific Rim. The present pearl was found by its owner while diving for abalone for dinner off the coast of a remote island located about 800 kilometers east of New Zealand. The blackfoot abalone, so called because of the dark black color of its foot, can grow up to 18cm in length and 13 cm wide. While it is often found close to the surface it may grow to depths of 30 meters, where seaweed grows in larger amounts—helping to nurture its colorful mother-of-pearl. The undulating grain in the shell is the result of seasonal fluctuations in the Abalone’s diet. The dark organic material of the conchiolin layers is laid down during the winter months and the nacre, made up of aragonite and calcite crystals, is laid down in the warmer summer months.

In the mid-14th century, when the Maoris first arrived in today’s New Zealand with their canoes, no mammals lived on the island. Found in great numbers all along the coastline, the Paúa—with its appetizing and very ample flesh—became a staple fare for the Maori. Today it is still served as a sought-after delicacy, and there is increased demand for it in the Far East. Indeed it is the only mollusk which has a commercial usage in its entirety; the shell is used for inlay and buttons, the meat for food, and the guts for fishing bait.

Abalone pearls are rare. A fine large pearl over 15mm, such as the present one, is found in probably only 1 per 900,000 animals. Reasons for rarity are that large pearls require approximately eight to ten years to form. Since the animals are fished commercially for meat when they are four or five years old, sufficient time has not passed to allow pearl formation. Furthermore, a specific combination of factors must exist for natural pearl formation, including invasion of a foreign object, correct water temperature, and availability of correct diet. Natural Abalone pearls can vary in shape, color, and may be solid or hollow. Their shapes can vary from round or ovalish to flat baroques to giant horn shapes, such as the present one. This horn-shape is due to the anatomy of the snail. Natural abalone pearls are formed in thick nacreous layers joined together by organic conchiolin—a form similar to that of other oriental pearl formation, but with thicker nacreous layers. This exotic gem of the sea, displays other-worldly iridescent green, blue, violet, orange and yellow hues. Weighing approximately 187.34 carats and measuring 73.0 x 45.0 x 20.0mm$20,000 - 30,000

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fine ConCh PearlStrombus gigas or “Queen Conch”Caribbean SeaA conch is one of a number of different species of medium-sized to large saltwater snails and their shells. True conchs are marine gastropod mollusks in the family Strombidae, and the most well known species is the Strombus gigas or “Queen Conch”. The pearls they produce are calcareous concretions—that is they are non-nacreous and are made up of calcium carbonate (rather than aragonite which is the composition of nacreous pearls).

Several thousand snails would have to be found in order to recover a pearl as fine as this bouton-shaped one. Its color is even a dark pink hue—and the luster is porcellaneous. But these factors are matched by the quality of its flame pattern iridescence. Weighing approximately 4.72 carats and measuring 9.0 x 7.5mm$7,000 - 9,000


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very fine ConCh PearlStrombus gigas or “Queen Conch”Caribbean SeaA conch is one of a number of different species of medium-sized to large saltwater snails and their shells. True conchs are marine gastropod mollusks in the family Strombidae, and the most well known species is the Strombus gigas or “Queen Conch”. The pearls they produce are calcareous concretions—that is they are non-nacreous and are made up of calcium carbonate (rather than aragonite which is the composition of nacreous pearls).

Several thousand snails would have to be found in order to recover a pearl as fine as this one. Its color is even—a true rose pink hue—and the luster is porcellaneous. But these factors are matched by the quality of its flame pattern iridescence—it consistently and evenly covers the entire pearl appearing to shimmer above its surface. Weighing approximately 4.36 and measuring 9.5 x 7.5 x 7.0mm$12,000 - 15,000


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Pair of ConCh PearlsStrombus gigas or “Queen Conch” Caribbean Sea This beautifully matched pair of conch pearls would create a fine pair of earrings. Both with light rose hue and flame pattern iridescence and fine luster. Together weighing approximately 5.87 carats. Individual weights: 3.10 carats and measuring 8.0 x 6.2mm; and 2.75 carats and measuring 8.0 x 6.0mm (2)$8,000 - 10,000


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magnifiCent and large ConCh PearlStrombus gigas or “Queen Conch”Caribbean SeaA conch is one of a number of different species of medium-sized to large saltwater snails. True conchs are marine gastropod mollusks in the family Strombidae, and the most well known species is the Strombus gigas or “Queen Conch”. The pearls they produce are calcareous concretions—that is they are non-nacreous and are made up of calcium carbonate (rather than aragonite which is the composition of nacreous pearls).

Several thousand snails would have to be found in order to recover a pearl as fine—and as large—as this one. Its color is even—a true rose pink hue—and the luster is porcellaneous. But these factors are matched by the quality of its flame pattern iridescence—it consistently and evenly covers the entire pearl appearing to shimmer above its surface. Bonhams is pleased to offer this world-class, gem conch pearl of extraordinary size. Weighing approximately 20.50 carats and measuring 14.5 x 13.0 x 12.0mm$70,000 - 80,000

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rare gemstones of distinCtion1175alexandrite, diamond and Platinum ringCentering on an oval, modified brilliant-cut alexandrite, having a rich greenish brown to reddish brown hue, with very good clarity and luster, mounted in platinum, size 5 1/2.Weighing approximately 5.59 carats, flanked by two old mine cut diamonds, together weighing approximately 1.27 carats.$40,000 - 60,000

Accompanied by a Gemological Institute of America report numbered 1106447689 dated December 4, 2008 stating that the 5.59 carats alexandrite is a natural chrysoberyl, natural alexandrite.

1176ChrysoBeryl var. alexandriteThis attractive triangular-cut natural chrysoberyl variety alexandrite displays color change from greenish yellow to yellowish-brown. Both the luster and clarity are excellent. Weighing approximately 6.77 carats and measuring 11.92 x 11.99 x 7.32mm$6,000 - 8,000

Accompanied by a Gemological Institute of America report number 6167160707, dated June 6, 2014 stating that the 6.77 carats natural chrysoberyl is a natural alexandrite with greenish yellow color changing to yellowish-brown.

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1177exCePtional alexandriteSri Lanka Named for Tsar Alexander II, this rare and beautiful gem, of top quality, is infrequently used in modern jewelry. In antique Russian jewelry you may come across it with a little luck, since Russian master jewelers loved this stone. Tiffany’s master gemologist George Frederick Kunz (1856-1932) was also fascinated by alexandrite, and the jeweler’s firm produced some beautiful rings and platinum ensembles at the turn of the last century. Smaller alexandrites were occasionally also used in Victorian jewelry from England.

The present gem is a noteworthy, large rectangular emerald-cut alexandrite having a strong degree (70 to 80%) of color change from slightly brownish

red in incandescent light to bottle green in daylight. Its other outstanding attributes are excellent luster and a high degree of transparency. This is a rare stone for the collector and one of large size for the species. Weighing approximately 13.07 carats and measuring 14.58 x 11.93 x 7.91mm$250,000 - 300,000

Accompanied by an American Gemological Laboratories report CS 82719 dated April 15, 2013 stating that the natural chrysoberyl, variety alexandrite of 13.07 carats originates from Sri Lanka and that there is no gemological evidence of enhancements/treatments present.

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1178hot Pink toPazBrazil This very fine cushion-shaped topaz is distinguished by a rich saturation in color of the greatest depth. While pink topaz was a popular gemstone for use in jewelry during the Victorian era, such gems, displaying a vividness of color, excellent clarity and luster, are nearly impossible to find in the present market. This is an heirloom quality stone deserving of being lovingly passed down from generation to generation of gemstone collector. Weighing approximately 13.10 carats and measuring 15.0 x 11.0 x 8.0mm$25,000 - 30,000

1179very fine imPerial toPazOuro Prieto, Minas Gerais, Brazil The variety of intense reddish-orange topaz from Brazil was designated “Imperial” for its dominance of the colored topaz trade in the past. The intense hue of this variety, when faceted, is unique compared to other natural colors of topaz. Today, most of the mines for this material have been consolidated under one management. The present cushion-shaped stone is large in size for the species, displays the correct hue of rich sherry color and has an unheard of clarity. Weighing approximately 27.50 carats and measuring 21.5 x 14.0 x 11.0mm$7,000 - 9,000

1180Blue sPinelMogok, Burma This is a fine wearable spinel, fashioned as an oval-cut. The size would easily lend itself to being mounted as a ring. With excellent clarity and luster. Weighing approximately 4.22 carats and measuring 10.0 x 9.0 x 6.0mm$4,000 - 6,000

1181ChrysoBeryl var. alexandriteA very large, oval-cut chrysoberyl alexandrite with exceptional luster and transparency which shows color change from yellowish green to brownish yellow. Weighing approximately 21.70 carats and measuring 20.22 x 16.17 x 9.37mm$80,000 - 100,000

Accompanied by a Gemological Institute of America report numbered 2151619479 dated August 27, 2013 stating that the natural chrysoberyl is a natural alexandrite changing from yellowish green to brownish yellow.

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1182star saPPhire ringSri LankaA classic stone from Sri Lanka with a pleasing color, this ring is sure to become a treasured heirloom. Set with high-domed star sapphire of rich cornflower blue color and very good central asterism, weighing approximately 36.92 carats and measuring 15.5 x 15.0 x 14.5mm, simply mounted in 18K yellow gold, size 5 1/2.$12,000 - 15,000

1183yellow saPPhireSri Lanka This pretty yellow cushion-shaped sapphire possesses the most desirable daffodil yellow hue, unmasked by either brown or any other ancillary colors. Its fine luster and good clarity both recommend it for use in a ring stone. Unenhanced yellow sapphires are increasingly rare in today’s market and with a weight of over 10 carats this is both a functional and attractive stone. Weighing approximately 10.90 carats and measuring 14.69 x 11.15 x 6.78mm$15,000 - 20,000

Accompanied by a Gemological Institute of America report number 1166145535 dated May 12, 2014 stating that the natural yellow sapphire shows no indications of heating and that it originates in Sri Lanka.

1184PurPle sPinelBurma Unfamiliar to the general public, spinels come in a variety of hues. This fine oval-cut stone is a highly appealing stone with its well saturated violet hue and fine luster. Weighing approximately 10.58 carats and measuring 14,0 x 11.0 x 8.5mm$8,000 - 10,000

1185Pair of Blue sPinelsMogok, BurmaThis is a fine pair of matching blue spinels having excellent clarity and luster.Total weight: 5.46 carats. Weighing 2.83 carats and measuring 9.0 x 8.0 x 4.5mm; and weighing 2.64 carats and measuring 9.0 7.5 x 4.0mm$5,000 - 7,000

Accompanied by an Asia Glory Gemmological Laboratory of Myanmar dated March 8 2014, report number 013632, stating that the spinels show no indication of thermal treatment.

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1186exCePtional red sPinelBurma For centuries spinel was misidentified as ruby, e.g. Edward the Black Prince’s “Ruby” in the British Crown jewels is, in fact, a magnificent red spinel. With gemological advances this confusion has now ceased and the gemstone has since emerged as a highly desirable stone in its own right. The rich red color of the present gem-quality stone illustrates how that original gemological confusion could have taken place. The color of the present example is perfect: it is neither too dark, nor does it bear any evidence of brown as is the case with so many reddish spinels. Exceptionally large in size for the species, at over 9 carats, this gorgeous oval-cut stone has excellent brilliance its true red having a strong saturation, but entirely allowing its inner beauty to be revealed as well as its high transparency. This is a fine collector’s stone suitable for mounting as a ring or pendant.Weighing 9.17 carats and measuring 12.5 x 12.1 x 7.2mm$45,000 - 55,000

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1187museum-quality large PurPle sPinelBurma A gemstone in every sense of the word this large, cushion-shaped purple spinel is distinguished by its soft amethystine color, superb luster and exceptional clarity. Given the crystallography of spinels, this a rare and large stone of exceptional beauty suitable for the knowledgeable collector. Weighing approximately 31.50 carats and measuring 21.0 x 16.5 x 11.5mm$35,000 - 45,000

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1188rose Pink sPinelMogok, BurmaThis exceptionally transparent, cushion mixed-cut spinel originates from the famous gem mines of Burma. Of significant size for the species, but still easily wearable as a ring, the color is particularly desirable as well. Weighing approximately 15.01 carats and measuring 13.7 x 13.2 x 9.9mm$25,000 - 35,000

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1189fanCy-Colored PadParadsCha saPPhireMalawi An exceptional, unenhanced pear-shaped red-orange sapphire showing excellent luster and clarity. A sapphire of this hue having equal parts of orange and red is a rare commodity in the present market. Weighing approximately 5.67 carats and measuring 12.08 x 9.80 x 6.34mm$110,000 - 130,000

Accompanied by an American Gemological Laboratories certificate number CS 52584 and dated December 7, 2012 stating that the Fancy sapphire shows no gemological evidence of heat treatment and that it is the opinion of the laboratory that the origin of this material would be classified as Malawi.

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1190fine saPPhireBurma An attractive, well-cut cushion-shaped natural blue sapphire with even color, good transparency and excellent luster. Sapphires over 5 carats are scarce in today’s market and 10 carat unheated ones are even more difficult to find. Weighing approximately 10.03 carats and measuring 13.1 x 11.1 x 7.0mm$50,000 - 70,000

Accompanied by a Gemological Institute of America report #1162011950 dated April 25, 2014 stating that the sapphire is natural, with no indication of heat treatment and that it originates from Burma (Myanmar).

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1191exCePtional star saPPhireSri Lanka This is a fine example of a sapphire with the optical phenomenon of asterism. The oval cabochon star sapphire possesses a rich cornflower blue color, typical of sapphires originating from Sri Lanka. The asterism is very strong and central making this a desirable choice for the serious collector. Weighing approximately 24.36 carats and measuring 15.5 x 14.5 x 9.2mm$50,000 - 60,000

Accompanied by an American Gemological Laboratories report numbered CS 61857 dated July 10, 2014 stating that the 24.35 carats star sapphire originates in Sri lanka and that there is no evidence of heat treatment.

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1192fine yellow saPPhireSri Lanka A fine old mine stone having all the most desirable attributes of sapphires. The cushion-shape lends an old-world feel and with the pleasing and pure daffodil yellow color, of strong saturation, unmasked by any brown. This fine stone has excellent luster and clarity. Weighing approximately 50.91 carats and measuring 23.0 x 18.0 x 11.5mm$90,000 - 110,000

1193rare large green saPPhireBurma Long ago sapphires, with the exception of blue sapphires, were often dubbed “oriental” and the term was used as a prefix before the color designation. Green sapphire, for example, was called “Oriental Emerald” until it was decided in the trade that the practice was misleading (and gemologically inaccurate). While the gem gravels of Sri Lanka occasionally produce very small green sapphires--the present example originates from Burma--a significantly rarer source for fancy-colored sapphires.

Of an impressively large size, this pastel green stone is a pure green sapphire from Burma, unmodified by other colors. Its color is natural and unenhanced by any heat treatment. This is not something frequently encountered in the trade. Most sapphires appear to show a blend of more than one color rather than a single pure hue. The present stone is rare for its substantial size, for its color and for its excellent luster. While one may see small green sapphires from Sri Lanka from time to time, a stone of this size and color saturation originating from Burma is a very rare commodity indeed. Weighing approximately 26.12 carats and measuring 16.6 x 15.2 x 11.5mm$60,000 - 80,000

Accompanied by an American Gemological Laboratories report numbered CS 60274 and dated April 22, 2014 stating that the 26.12 carats green sapphire originates from Burma and that there is no gemological evidence of heat treatment.

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1194magnifiCent mandarin orange saPPhireSri LankaFaceted by W. Constantin Wild, Idar-Oberstein, Germany The oldest sapphire deposits in the world are located in Sri Lanka. Even in ancient times men were already digging in the alluvial gravels for fine sapphires. Sapphires are most familiar in blue but they can also be found in fancy colors such as pink or yellow and very rarely in the orange variety. Is is especially the great brilliance of this vivid mandarin orange gem that enhances its fascination. The present stone is a rare collector’s item worthy of serious consideration. Weighing approximately 25.59 carats and measuring 16.03 x 15.70 x 11.1mm$120,000 - 140,000

Accompanied by a gemological report from the: Deutsche Stiftung Edelsteinforschung (DSEF) German Foundation for Gemstone Research, Idar-Oberstein, Germany numbered 021901 dated September 4, 2013 stating that the transparent, cushion-cut natural orange sapphire shows indications of heating and that it originates from Sri Lanka.

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1195suite of fifteen Blue saPPhiresMogok, Burma This attractive set of circular cabochon sapphires, ranging in size from 1.95 carats to 6.10 carats, is well matched for its unenhanced deep blue color and transparency. The total aggregate weight is 53.5 carats (15)$10,000 - 15,000

Accompanied by an Asia Glory Gemmological Laboratory of Myanmar report no. 013631 dated March 8, 2014 stating that the set of 15 sapphires shows no indications of thermal treatment.

1196tanzaniteArusha, Tanzania This fine oval-cut stone has an exceptional saturation of blue-violet. Both its luster and clarity are excellent. Most tanzanites typically commercially available in the market range in size from 1 to 3 carats and are pale in color. The present example is of a wearable size as a ring or pendant and displays an exemplary hue. Weighing approximately 36.06 carats and measuring 21.0 x 17.0 x 12.0mm$10,000 - 15,000

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1197large and imPressive sPessarite garnetNigeriaThis is a top quality spessartite garnet which exhibits a deep orange hue of the correct tone and saturation. Fashioned as a triangular-cut stone, suitable for mounting as a pendant, brooch or even an impressive ring, the luster is exceptional. Most spessartites commercially available in the market are no larger than 3 carats, therefore at over 58 carats, this is an exceptionally rare gem. This is a fine stone which should capture the attention of any serious collector.Weighing approximately 58.44 carats and measuring 26.0 x 21.5 x 13.5mm$55,000 - 65,000

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1198traPiChe emeraldCoscuez, La Peña BlancasMuzo Mining District, ColumbiaTrapiche emeralds are in a class by themselves and are perhaps the rarest and most memorable of “pattern” gems—certainly the most unusual amongst the big three of emerald, ruby and sapphire. Trapiche is the Spanish word for a “spoked wheel” used to grind sugar cane, which bears a striking resemblance to the pattern in these emeralds. They are typically cut en cabochon to display the beautiful spoke-like star which emanates from a hexagonal center with the areas in between filled with lively green emerald. These rays, which appear like asterisms, are not caused by light reflections from tiny parallel inclusions (as are stars), but from white albite feldspar impurities that happen to form in the same pattern. Gemological examination shows that the trapiche is from white albite feldspar impurities that happen to form in the same pattern and that it is a single crystal and not a twinned specimen as was originally thought. Trapiche emeralds are valued based on a number of factors: saturation and even color, clarity, size and the most important being the definition, completeness and entering of the “rays”.

The present large, single stone has very good clarity between the spokes, as well as good strength of color and a well-defined six-rayed star. Weighing approximately 20.84 carats and measuring 17.0 x 16.0 x 8.0mm$7,000 - 9,000

1199Pair of traPiChe emeraldsCoscuez, La Peña BlancasMuzo Mining District, ColumbiaThe present pair of circular cabochons is rare due to their very large carat weight, their well-saturated color. their clarity and as well as for the strength and completeness of their well-defined six-rayed stars. The cabochons have excellent proportions and would form an unusual pair of earrings or cufflinks.Weighing 17.85 and measuring 15.0 x 9.0mm and 17.51 carats and measuring 15.0 x 9.0mm (2)$10,000 - 15,000

1200very fine orange-red tourmalineNigeriaA stone of superb clarity particularly for the tourmaline species. This emerald-cut has a well-saturated slightly orangey-red hue, exceptional clarity and luster. Such tourmalines are sought after in today’s market. Weighing approximately 40.97 carats and measuring 20.0 x 19.0 x 13.0mm$4,000 - 6,000

1201mandarin garnetVivid orange in color with no presence of brown hues, this is an attractive and lustrous stone of suitable size to be mounted as a ring. Weighing approximately 5.62 carats and measuring 10.5 x 10.0 x 5.5mm$5,000 - 7,000

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1202exCePtional sPheneMadagascarSphene is the older name for the mineral titanite and is derived from the Greek meaning “wedge” referring to its classic wedge-shaped crystal habit—it is still used by gemologists to describe gem-quality titanite. The name titanite is more typically used amongst mineralogists today and refers to its content of titanium. Madagascar remains the main source for facet-grade sphene—yet few examples reaching the market are of the quality of the present stone.

The present stone, faceted as a Portuguese-cut, is an exceptional example of its type with its vivid chartreuse green body color and vibrant red flashes of color. A world-class sphene by any measure and a rare stone for the collector and displays that sought-after dispersion for which this gem is beloved. Rarely seen in a size this large, at over 29 carats, this is a very special offering. Weighing approximately 29.17 carats and measuring 16.5 x 13.0mm$30,000 - 40,000

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1203intense ruBellite tourmalineSuch tourmalines surface at public auction only once every few years. The present stone has been fashioned as a triangular-cut, its expert faceting revealing the the inner beauty of the stone with its hot pink-to-red hue of extraordinary saturation. Both the clarity and luster are superb. Weighing approximately 27.26 carats and measuring 21.5 x 11.5mm$14,000 - 18,000

1204sPessartite garnetOf slightly reddish-orange hue, this beautiful spessartite garnet, faceted as a mixed cushion-cut has very fine clarity and excellent luster. Weighing approximately 8.59 carats and measuring 11.5 x 10.5 x 6.5mm$10,000 - 15,000

1205Pair of madarin garnetsTanzania Vivid orange in color, this is a very fine pair of garnets that are beautifully matched for hue, saturation of color, luster and transparency. Together weighing approximately 16.54 carats. Individual weights: 8.15 carats and 8.40 and measuring 11.5 x 10.0 x 7.1mm and 11.1 x 10.0 8.0mm (2)$17,000 - 20,000

1206very fine Blue zirConCambodiaPossessed of both a high refractive index and high dispersion, zircon is one of the few gems capable of rivaling diamond for brilliance and fire. As the birthstone for December, this oval-cut collector’s gem of superb quality displays a deeply saturated blue of the most desirable nature, surpassed only by its excellent transparency and luster. Long before scientists manufactured the first cubic zirconia gemstones, nature had already produced its own version—zircon. Only a few other gem materials equal the dispersive “fire” of zircon, diamond being one of them. In most zircons, the “fire” is often masked by a dark body color. That is not the case with this wearable and collectible stone. Zircons of more than 3 carats are exceedingly rare. Weighing approximately 16.75 carats and measuring 16.0 x 11.5 x 8.5mm$7,000 - 9,000

1207very fine mandarin garnetMogok, Burma This orange spessartite has a special warmth to its color. It is transparent and fashioned in a cushion mixed cut and displays excellent luster and clarity. Spessartite garnets of over 3 carats are rare. This is an excellent gem for the serious collector.Weighing approximately 12.50 carats and measuring 12.8 x 11.8 x 8.3mm$20,000 - 30,000

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1208magnifiCent tanzanite--”a memBer of the 100 Carats CluB” Arusha, Tanzania This extraordinarily beautiful cushion-cut tanzanite is characterized by its deep rich violet hue with blue visible from alternating axes of the stone. This is a very special stone for the collector, yet of a wearable size that would be sure to create a memorable pendant. Weighing approximately 104.5 carats and measuring 25.5 x 23.0 x 19.0mm$40,000 - 60,000

Accompanied by an American Gemological Laboratories report numbered CS 64012 dated October 22, 2014 stating that the 104.45 carats tanzanite is natural.

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1209exCePtional museum-quality Blue toPaz --”a memBer of the 100 Carats CluB”Faceted by AGTA winning lapidary Stephen Kotlowski, Sedona, ArizonaWith its checkerboard faceted top and mixed-cut pavillion, this is an impeccably well cut blue topaz suitable for the collector who would like to possess an example of a uniquely well-executed trophy stone.Weighing approximatley 449.5 carats and measuring 43.0 x 35.5 x 42.0mm$7,000 - 9,000

The superb faceting of this stone was performed by Stephen Kotlowski. He is a seven-time winner of the Spectrum Award of the American Gem Trade Association for faceting.

1210exCePtionally large Cat’s eye golden Beryl --”a memBer of the 100 Carats CluB”Brazil Beryl is colorless in its pure form; it is the many different impurities that give beryl its varied coloration. Emerald is the green variety of the species and aquamarine is the blue variety.

Golden beryl (heliodor), colored by small traces of iron, are sufficient to give a colorless beryl a more or less intense yellow tone. It is generally found in the same type of deposits as aquamarine. The present oval cabochon is unusual in that it displays the phenomenon of chatoyancy. The cat’s eye effect is strong and central. Weighing approximately 249.5 carats and measuring 52.0 x 31.0 x 21.5mm$5,000 - 7,000Without Reserve

1211“rose de franCe” amethyst Pendant--”a memBer of the 100 Carats CluB”Simply set in 18K white gold, the pendant bail mounted such that the pear-shaped drop can be worn with the point facing downwards. Weighing approximately 170.0 carats. Height 2in$4,500 - 5,500

1212yellow sCaPolite--”a memBer of the 100 Carats CluB”TanzaniaScapolite, coming from the Greek word for “shaft”, is commonly found in stubby to long prismatic crystals, hence the derivation of its name. It forms in metamorphic rocks from the alteration of plagioclase feldspars. Not well known among the general public as a gemstone it is, nonetheless, a desirable stone for collectors. The present stone is an exceptional, museum-quality example faceted as a pear-shape. At over 113 carats the stone is exceptionally large in size and displays a golden yellow hue with a hint of sherry. Its luster is superb and with a Mohs hardness of 6.5 it would be of sufficient durability to be mounted as a pendant.Weighing approximately 113.1 carats and measuring 42.0 x 26.0 x 20.0mm$2,500 - 3,500

1213sPodumene var. kunzite--”a memBer of the 100 Carats CluB”Pala District, San Diego County, California A large kunzite of pretty pastel pink hue, this stone is of a size which could be mounted as a pendant. Weighing approximately 143.0 carats and measuring 33.0 x 25.0 x 23.0mm$2,000 - 3,000

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1214aquamarine and diamond Pendant neCklaCe--”a memBer of the 100 Carats CluB”The pendant centering a pear-shaped aquamarine, measuring 53.0 x 28.3 x 18.1mm and estimated to weigh 160.00 carats, surrounded by round brilliant-cut diamonds, weighing approximately 6.30 carats, suspended from a necklace of curved links set with round brilliant-cut diamonds; mounted in eighteen karat white gold; length of pendant: 3 1/8in; length of necklace: 18 1/4in$20,000 - 30,000


1215immense saPPhire CaBoChon--”weighing over 40,000 Carats--PossiBly the largest sPeCimen of its tyPe in the world”MadagascarThe oval cabochon of prodigious size, possibly the largest specimen of its type in the world, weighing approximately 40,750 carats (8,15 kgs), was fashioned from a rough, uncut sapphire of nearly 17.5 kilos. Such large specimens are usually cut into smaller cabochons, therefore the present example is rare as it has been retained in its present form. This is a trophy specimen for the knowledgeable collector. Measuring approximately 12 1/2 x 8 x 3in (10 x 190mm)$50,000 - 60,000

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1216large morganite and gold Pendant--”a memBer of the 100 Carats CluB”Morganite from Brazilfaceted in Idar-Oberstein, Germany Set with an oval-cut morganite, weighing approximately 346.5 carats and measuring 47.0 x 38.0 x 29.0mm, of pleasing pink hue, having exceptional clarity, the 18K yellow gold mount stamped 750 and HANDARBEIT in German. Height overall: 3 1/2 in, weight of gold: approximately 66.7 grams$8,000 - 10,000

Illustrated with the gold mounting and also unmounted.

1217four smoky quartzes--”memBers of the 100 Carats CluB”Brazil Comprising a pear-shaped stone, weighing approximately 572.5 carats and measuring 63.0 x 46.0 x 35.0mm; a smaller pear-shape, weighing approximately 450.0 carats and measuring 52.0 x 49.0 x 35.0mm; a modified triangular-shape with rounded side, weighing approximately 412.5 carats and measuring 56.0 x 52.0 x 22.0mm; and an oval-cut, weighing approximately 581.0 carats and measuring 65.0 x 51.0 x 31.0mm (4)$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

1218lemon yellow Citrine--”a memBer of the 100 Carats CluB”This beautiful gem displays a pastel yellow color. The circular-cut is an unusual one--and beautifully enhanced through the use of concave facets. Weighing approximately 537.85 carats and measuring 65.0 x 35.0mm$1,500 - 2,000Without Reserve

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1219quartz rePliCa ColleCtion of the 102 most famous diamondsBy W. Constantin Wild & Co. Idar-Oberstein, Germany Produced in 1991 as a unique collection, this beautiful and educational set comprises three presentation boxes. It was especially made for diamond promotion purposes and for gemological education. Replica cuts of famous diamonds are usually a highlight in museums and private gemstone collections. But they were most often made of paste (glass or synthetic stones). The present sets are valuable since they are cut from natural rock crystal quartz, citrine, amethyst and smoky quartz. The “diamonds”, therefore, have the color and luster of a natural gem. The fact that natural stones were used, combined with the precision of Idar-Oberstein cutting, this collection represents the best available replicas of all great diamonds.

As with most older sets this one includes famous diamonds such as the Koh-I-Noor, the Regent, the blue Hope, the Green Dresden and the 8 Cullinans. In addition it contains copies of diamonds more recently found or cut--great diamonds such as the “Taylor-Burton” diamond or the “Golden Giant”. Constantin Wild collected information on famous diamonds over the last 40 years in order to fabricate these replicas. This is a rare opportunity for the gemstone collector to obtain all the famous diamonds in their millimeter size, cutting style and variety of colors. Comprising: Set 1, Diamonds from Africa; Set 2, Diamonds from India; Set 3, Diamonds from America and Russia. (102 in three boxed sets).$25,000 - 35,000

Please see online catalog for an exact listing of the diamonds and their carat weights represented in each set.

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1220natural Color aPriCot PearlUnio speciesMargaritifera margaritifera Originating from a freshwater bi-valve mussel this beautiful, baroque-shaped freshwater pearl displays excellent luster and iridescent rainbow orient which hovers over its exotic yellowish orange or apricot color. Weighing approximately 49.18 carats and measuring 26.0 x 20.46 x 16.38mm$3,500 - 4,500

Accompanied by a Gemological Institute of America report #1142629878 dated May 4, 2012 stating that the yellowish orange, 49.18 carats pearl is natural, with no indications of treatment.

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non-naCreous natural Pearl--”the giant Clam Pearl”Tridacna gigasCoastal waters near the Philippines A slightly baroque drop-shaped, undrilled, non-nacreous natural pearl from a marine mollusk, white with fine flame structure. Weighing 21.437 carats (85.75 grains) and measuring approximately 13.35 -13.35 x 19.05mm$4,500 - 6,500

Accompanied by an SSEF (Swiss Gemmological Institute) Test report no. 72785 dated 25 February 2014 stating that the slightly baroque drop-shaped, undrilled pearl is a non-nacreous natural pearl from a marine mollusk, white with fine flame structure, measuring approximately 13.35 -13.35 x 19.05mm

Potential bidders outside of the United States who intend to import this lot are advised that permits will be required and that they may not be granted. If you are interested in this lot, please contact the Natural History Department before bidding.

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non-naCreous natural Pearl--”a giant Clam Pearl”Tridacna gigasCoastal Waters near The Philippines This drop-shaped pearl as a virgin white body color and good flame pattern iridescence. The shape is extraordinarily symmetrical, pleasing and well-formed, particularly suited for mounting as a pendant. Weighing approximately 5.88 and measuring 12.0 x 8.0mm$7,000 - 9,000

Potential bidders outside of the United States who intend to import this lot are advised that permits may be required for pearls and that they may not be granted. If you are interested in this lot, please contact the Natural History Department before bidding.

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1223rare Cat’s eye PeridotBurmaPeridot is the gem variety of olivine. The name olivine is from the Latin oliva alluding to the mineral’s color. The term “peridot” is from a thirteenth Century English word peridote. A mineral which is not typically known for exhibiting the phenomenon of chatoyancy, this beautiful oval cabochon peridot, with a strong central eye, also has very high transparency and a pleasant leaf green color. An excellent choice for the collector of phenomenal gemstones. Weighing approximately 15.16 carats and measuring 12.9 x 12.0 x 10.0mm$3,000 - 4,000

1224suite of three star ruBiesSuitable for mounting as a pendant and pair of earrings, each opaque but with a deep red hue and very good asterism. Weighing approximately 17.06 carats, 17.24 carats, 40.16 carats (3)$2,000 - 3,000

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1225grouP of Cat’s eye alexandrite CaBoChonsBrazil Measuring approximately 1 to 2mm size, these small circular cabochon cat’s eye alexandrites of rich green hue are suitable for pavé setting. (over 600 pieces) Total aggregate weight approximately 59.5 carats$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

1226very large quantity of moonstones in CaliBrated sizesTanzania Suitable for the manufacturing jeweler this is a large parcel of fine quality circular and oval moonstones cabochons (some of which possess a cat’s eye effect). They would be useful in any application where calibrated sizes are required--such as for articulated bracelets where dozens of beautifully matched stones would be beside each other. Included are the following sizes: 4mm: 1900 carats; 5mm: 2900 carats; 6mm: 3700 carats; 6 x 4 ovals: 3100 carats; 10 x 8 ovals 1600 carats; 8mm: 6900 carats. Total aggregate weight approximately 20,100 carats. (lot)$15,000 - 20,000

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1227rare Colorless toPazColorless topazes are rare in today’s market as most rough that is found is usually heat-treated to make it blue. The present example has been retained in its natural form and is exemplary for its superb, adamantine luster and excellent quality of faceting. Fashioned as an oval mixed-cut, the crown displays checkerboard faceting while the pavillion has standard facets. The effect is scintillating and one can easily understand why such stones were used in former generations as diamond simulants. Weighing approximately 93.56 carats and measuring 32.0 x 25.0 x 18.0mm$2,000 - 3,000

1228rare and large aCroite (Colorless tourmaline)An exceptionally rare variety of tourmaline, the present rectangular-cut stone is a very large and fine example of its type. Purchased by its owner approximately 30 years ago, such gems cannot be found in the present market. Weighing approximately 60.95 carats and measuring 28.00 x 15.55 x 13.53mm$2,500 - 3,500

1229sPessartite garnetA well-saturated reddish orange hue this emerald-cut spessartite has been beautifully fashioned with scissors-cut faceting. Both the luster and clarity are excellent. Weighing approximately 12.10 carats and measuring 15.0 x 10.0 x 6.0mm$4,000 - 6,000

1230yellowish-green sPodumeneAfghanistanRarely seen with this type of clarity, the present example of spodumene has been boldly faceted as a scissors-cut cushion-shape to best display its superb clarity and luster. This is a fine stone for the collector with superior saturation of color and unheard of clarity for the species. Weighing approximately 76.54 carats and measuring 30.0 x 18.5 x 14.0mm$1,000 - 1,500

1231 alexandrite Ural Mountains, Russia Faceted modified octagonal step-cut, lending itself to being mounted as a pendant this stone with its deep saturation of brownish-red to green is a classic for the locality. Weighing approximately 2.05 carats and measuring 9.0 x 6.0 x 3.0 mm$5,000 - 7,000

Accompanied by an American Gemological Laboratories report numbered CS 64016 dated October 22, 2014 stating that the 2.05 carats dark blue-green and dark purple-red alexandrite is natural and from the Ural Mountains, Russia and that it has prominent to strong color change of 80 % to 90% and is without any evidence of enhancements.

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1232aquamarineBrazil Well-saturated blue color with no aspect of yellowish green as so many aquamarines are plaqued with. This is a pretty stone which would be well-suited to mounting as a pendant. Weighing approximately 69.9 carats and measuring 34.5 x 24.0 x 17.0mm$4,000 - 6,000

1233emeraldThis attractive emerald-cut stone has a very pleasant blue-green hue which is so sought-after. The degree of saturation of an emeralds is always the most important consideration when selecting a stone as is the absence of yellow and this stone meets both those criteria. Weighing approximately 11.03 carats and measuring 14.69 x 12.64 x 6.92mm$8,000 - 10,000

Accompanied by a Gemological Institute of America report number 2151652544 dated September 12, 2013 stating that the 11.03 carats emerald has moderate indications of clarity enhancement. Due to their growth conditions in nature and recovery methods, most emeralds contain surface reaching features. For this reason, clarity enhancement is a common trade practice.

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1235Beryl var. morganiteAn emerald-cut, deep pink morganite, having excellent clarity and luster, this attractive gem is sure to please. Of a very wearable size either for mounting as a pendant or ring, its fine clarity would easily allow it to be showcased. Weighing approximately 15.55 carats and measuring 17.5 x 12.5 x 8.5mm$900 - 1,200

1236very fine aquamarine Bead neCklaCeIdar-Oberstein, Germany Consisting of very large sea blue aquamarine beads from Nigeria having great translucency and an excellent saturation of color. The rondel-form polished beads graduating from 10 to 20mm at the center, having a total weight of 868 carats. Completed by an 18K yellow gold clasp, embellished with a matte texture, length 18in$6,000 - 8,000

1237very fine Pair of Blue moonstonesTanzaniaThis beautifully matched pair of cabochons, cut from the same rough, possesses excellent clarity, and the most desirable blue adularescence. It is rare to find a pair of such cabochons of equal quality. Weighing approximately 39.34 carats and measuring 35.0 x 12.5 x 6.5mm$6,000 - 8,000

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1238fine moonstoneBurma This beautiful oval cabochon with a high dome and rounded base, displays a fine white adularescence. Weighing approximately 37.64 carats and measuring 21.0 x 16.0 x 15.0mm$2,500 - 3,500

1239morganite (Pink Beryl)Brazil This fine oval-cut morganite, is distinguished by its pastel pink color. The luster and clarity are both excellent. Weighing approximately 47.48 carats and measuring 27.0 x 22.5 x 15.0mm$1,000 - 1,500

1240CuPrian tourmalineNigeriaThis pretty pastel blue oval-cut stone from Africa is adorned with a checkerboard faceted top. Its luster is very good and it is suitable sized for mounting as a ring. Weighing approximately 4.8 carats and measuring 11.5 x 9.0 x 6.5mm$2,500 - 3,500

1241Blue moonstoneTanzania Fashioned as an oblong rectangular cabochon, this beautiful gem possesses a desirable blue sheen or adularescence. Weighing approximately 31.61 carats and measuring 32.0 x 12.0 x 8.0mm$4,000 - 6,000

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1242grouP of eight gemstonesIncluding seven spinels: an oval-cut purplish-pink spinel, weighing approximately 3.99 carats; a circular-cut purple spinel, weighing approximately 4.80 carats; together with two red oval-cut spinels, weighing approximately 1.33 carats and 1.62 carats; and three pink spinels, weighing 3.30 carats, 4.05 carats and 3.49 carats; and an emerald-cut yellowish-green chrysoberyl, weighing approximately 19.13 carats (8)$2,500 - 3,500

1243“ParaiBa-tyPe” tourmalineMozambiqueA cushion-cut tourmaline which displays a bright sea-blue color and good luster. Weighing approximately 11.5 carats and measuring 13.5 x 12.5 x 9.5mm$2,000 - 3,000

1244aPatite Bead torsade neCklaCeA stylish necklace comprising ten strands of graduated rondelle-form polished African apatite beads of vivid neon blue color, graduating in size from 2.5 to 5.5mm, completed with a hand-fabricated silver clasp, length 18in$2,000 - 3,000

1245heart-shaPed demantoid garnetOf pleasing green hue, this pretty stone displays good luster and a pleasant shape. Weighing approximately 2.14 carats and measuring 8.5 x 6.0 x 5.0mm$4,000 - 6,000

1246deeP red sPinelOf rich port wine or claret hue, this cushion-cut red spinel has many desirable qualities in addition to its fine faceting. Both the luster and clarity are excellent. Weighing approximately 8.67 carats and measuring 12.0 x 12.0 x 7.5mm$1,000 - 1,500

1247Pair of tsavorite garnetsTsavo National Park, Kenya Vivid green in color with excellent luster and very good clarity, these well-matched tsavorites were probably cut from the same rough to form a pair. Weighing approximately 2.67 carats and measuring 10.0 x 6.5 x 4.0mm and 2.75 carats and measuring 10.0 x 6.5 x 4.5mm$1,500 - 2,000

1248tanzaniteArusha, TanzaniaVivid bluish-violet in color, this fine circular-cut gem has both excellent luster and clarity to recommend it. Fine proportions and a very wearable size would allow it to be mounted as a ring. Weighing approximately 6.95 carats and measuring 11.5 x 11.5 x 7.5mm$2,000 - 3,000

1249tanzaniteArusha, Tanzania Faceted as a trillion-cut, this fine quality gemstone has an excellent and sought-after well-saturated violet-blue hue, as well as excellent luster and clarity. Weighing 3.60 carats and measuring 10.0 x 10.0 x 6.0mm$900 - 1,200

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1250yellow orthoClase feldsParItrongahy , MadagascarFaceted in Idar-Oberstein, GermanyThe name orthoclase is from the Greek for “straight fracture,” because its two cleavage planes are at right angles to each other. Orthoclase belongs to the feldspar family of minerals that make up more than half of the Earth’s rocky crust. Very rarely these common minerals form crystals that are gem quality. Orthoclase can be found as a transparent colorless, champagne, or yellow gem resembling citrine quartz or yellow beryl. The present cushion-shaped gem, is of large size, displays a bright yellow hue and has excellent luster. Weighing approximately 71.3 carats and measuring 29.0 x 26.0 x 15.0mm$1,200 - 1,500

1251yellow saPPhireA deep golden-yellow, oval-cut sapphire having excellent luster and clarity of suitable size for mounting as a ring or pendant. Weighing approximately 6.06 carats and measuring 12.7 x 10.1 x 6.0mm$2,000 - 3,000

1252≈maw-sit-sit, Coral and Jade neCklaCeDesigned by Roland UhlSchaffhausen, SwitzerlandThis stylish necklace is completed with a beautifully crafted clasp having a large trapezoidal-shaped orange coral plaque (Coralium elatium) inset with the other side having a similarly shaped plaque of fine Burmese maw-sit-sit. Suspending 7 strands of multi-color jadeite cylindrical beads in hues of white, apple green, spinach green, russet, lavender and browns mounted in 18K yellow gold, stamped 750, length 16 1/2in.$10,000 - 12,000

Swiss jewelry designer and retailer, Roland Uhl, is known for his unusual and refreshing designs and particular fondness of fine jadeite.

Notice to bidders outside of the United States: Please note that this lot contains coral. Permits may be required in order to export this lot out of the United States. Exports to Hong Kong, China and Taiwan may be restricted. Please contact the Natural History Department before bidding.

1253two demantoid garnetsBoth having a pleasant green hue, the larger demantoid garnet, an oval-cut, weighing approximately 2.65 carats and measuring 8.0 x 7.0 x 6.0mm; the smaller stone, a circular-cut demantoid garnet, weighing approximately 1.68 carats and measuring 6.5 x 4.5mm. (2)$2,000 - 3,000

1254demantoid garnetUral Mountains, Russia A circular-cut stone having classic proportions and a vivid, rich green hue. Given the crystallography of the mineral, demantoids of larger than one carats are rare and the present stone weighs well over 2 carats. Weighing approximatly 2.15 carats and measuring 7.8 x 5.5mm$2,000 - 3,000

1255grouP of three zirConsCambodia Including an oval-cut blue zircon, weighing approximately 12.54 carats; a green zircon, weighing approximately 10.34 carats; together with a cinnamon zircon, weighing approximately 10.59 carats and measuring 12.0 x 9.0 x 6.0mm (3)$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

1256two exCePtional gem siliCa ChrysoCollasInspiration Mine, Arizona Two oval cabochons having exceptional color; one with slightly deeper blue color than the other. Weighing approximately 30.79 carats and measuring 30.0 x 17.0 x 9.0 mm; the second, weighing 33.44 carats and measuring 30.0 x 16.0 x 10.0mm (2)$1,800 - 2,200

1257gold nugget PendantCaliforniaOf classic form with minor traces of quartz and oxides in the crevices. Surmounted by a 14K yellow gold pendant bail, with closure allowing it to be removable from a fob or necklace. Total gross weight inclusive of bail 29.9 grams. Height of nugget: 30.0mm$1,000 - 1,500

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Carey a. Parshall ColleCtion of minerals, stamford, Ct (lots 1258-1295)

Many an American mineral collection started with family vacations and cross-country drives that included stops at rock shops in the Western United States and self-collecting. No different was the Parshall family who, in the 1950s, took numerous trips across the States and Mexico, collecting specimens the entire time. A hobby which grew over the years eventually turned into a small business that Carey Parshall and his son, Ray, worked on together providing both enjoyment and happy memories. The collection was enlarged during the 1970s and 80s through trades, field collecting and international buying trips to far-flung places such as Morocco, Mexico, Italy, Japan and Germany. The collection features desirable Vanadinites, Smithsonites, Azurites, Stibnites and Zeolites from these diverse localities. The Bruce Museum in Greenwich, Connecticut was the fortunate beneficiary of many of Mr. Parshall’s mineral donations and a number of key purchases from his collection are housed there for public viewing. The Carey A. Parshall Mineral Collection was inventoried and valued by mineralogist, Lawrence H. Conklin, in 2004 for estate purposes. A copy of this inventory, with its useful and comprehensive listing of localities, is available upon request.

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1258grouP of twenty-four minerals from world loCalitiesIncluding a yellow fluorite and calcite, Berbes, Berbes Mining area, Ribadesella, Asturias, Spain, measuring 16.0 x 12.5 x 8.0 cm; a large dark purple fluorite, probably from Europe; a stibnite in matrix; a quartz; a hematite; an emerald in matrix, Columbia; a molybdenite; six aragonites; a copal, Columbia; two chrysoprases, Australia; three croites, Tasmania; astrophyllite, Russia; and an unidentified specimen, largest measures 10 x 9 x 6in. (24)$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

1259Group of fourteen SmithSoniteSSinaloa, Mexico and other localitiesIncluding two pink examples, four blue-green or green examples; and seven various others. Largest measuring 10 x 6 x 3in (14)$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

1260study ColleCtion of gem materialsWorldwide Localities Including a Beryl var. Morganite, Nuristan, Afghanistan, which is a modified pink crystal with good to moderate transparency, weighing 162.7 grams; a kunzite crystal; an amethyst; an aquamarine; three topazes; a lapis lazuli; a ruby; and two ruby-in-zoisite specimens. Largest measures 9 1/2 x 7 1/2 x 1 1/2in (lot)$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

1261four CerrusitesToussit, Morocco Including two which are floaters, having intergrown crystals and two which are on black matrix. Largest measures 8 x 7 x 3 1/2in (4)$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

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1262grouP of four goethites in quartzAtlas Mts., Morocco Well crystalized on quartz in geode section, measuring 9 x 7 in; together with three others of similar form. (4)$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

1263grouP of ten sPhalerite sPeCimensWorldwide LocalitiesSome with associated quartz. Together with a Sphalerite with Barite, Elmwood Mine, Carthage, Tennessee, having two spherical white clusters of barite grace this sharp, crystallized mass of sphalerite, measuring 11.0 x 12.0 x 8.0cm. Largest measures 7 x 5 x 3in (10)$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

1264grouP of three CalCitesIncluding a large, showy specimen from Mexico, measuring 14 x 11 x 5in, a scalendrohedral specimen with druzy overgrowth and another specimen with minute scintillating crystals which are bladed. (3)$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

1265linarite with BroCanthiteBingham, New Mexico This is a very rare specimen that is richly and minutely crystallized with blue linarite and green brochantite as well as pale purplish green fluorite cubes on a large matrix. Measuring 11 x 5 1/2 x 5 1/2in$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

1266grouP of three PyritesPeru The largest, measuring 14 x 8 x 4in, a plate comprising hundreds of small cubic crystals; together with two other specimens which feature large lustrous crystals. (3)$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

1267grouP of ten danBuritesMexicoThe largest having an impressive cluster of well-formed crystals, measuring 15 x 7 x 6in; together with nine others. (10)$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

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1268very large galenaTri-State area The Tri-State district was an historic lead-zinc mining region located in southwest Missouri, southeast Kansas and northeast Oklahoma. The area produced lead and zinc for over 100 years with production beginning in the 1850s in the Joplin - Granby area of Jasper and Newton counties of southwest Missouri and continued until the closure of the Picher, Oklahoma mines in the late 1960s. The present specimen is impressive for its large scale and such prodigious galenas are now difficult to find. This one has particularly well-formed cubic crystals. Measuring 11 x 11 x 7in$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

1269four sPhaleritesSpainIncluding three very large specimens and one smaller specimen in matrix. Largest measures 8 x 7 x 5in (4)$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

1270three ameriCan mineralsTri-State AreaIncluding two calcites on dolomite; together with a sphalerite. Largest measures 8 1/2 x 9 1/2 x 6in (3)$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

1271grouP of thirteen indian mineralsIncluding three scolecites; three orange stilbites; four apophyllites; two combination apophyllite-stilbites in matrix pieces. Largest measures 8 x 4 x 2 1/2in (13)$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

1272grouP of sixteen ChalCedony, druzy quartz and agate sPeCimensIncluding at least two cave stalactites; a druzy quartz; several chalcedonies; a thunder egg; a Laguna Mexico agate and several Brazilian agates. Largest measures 11 x 9 x 3in (16)$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

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1273four large indian mineral sPeCimensEach of generous proportions, including a large orange stilbite; a green apophyllite specimen having large crystals measuring up to 2 1/4in in length; a stilbite vug; and an apophyllite on prehnite plate. Largest measuring 14 x 10 x 2 1/2in (4)$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

1274grouP of seven stiBnitesChinaIncluding one specimen which features long crystals measuring up to 9 1/2 in in length, having good radiating form; together with six smaller specimens comprising a plethora of inter-grown crystals, largest measures 9 1/2 x 4 x 2in (7)$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

1275ColleCtion of fourteen mineralsBrazilIncluding a brazilianite; two quartz pseudomorphs after anhydrite, Rio Grande do Sol, Brazil; a quartz with chlorite inclusions; three schorl specimens; two smoky quartzes; a kyanite specimen; two lepidolites; a quartz with tourmaline inclusions; and a dark green tourmaline, largest measures 9 x 6 x 4in (14)$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

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1276grouP of eight vanadinite sPeCimensMoroccoSome specimens featuring classic barrel-form, large reddish brown crystals on matrix, while others having smaller crystals. Largest measures 10 x 9 x 4in (8)$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

1277four CelesitesMadagascar Comprising a large geode, with fine glossy blue crystals with good transparency; together with three additional celestite vugs. Largest measuring 7 x 5 x 7in (4)$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve


1278grouP of sixteen vanadinite sPeCimensTaouz and Mibladen, Midelt, Khénifra Province, Meknès-Tafilalet Region, MoroccoComprising three specimens from Taouz having reddish brown crystals on a black botryoidal matrix; together with thirteen specimens from Mbiladen. Largest measures 9 x 4 x 2 1/2in (16)$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

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1279ColleCtion of twenty-two mexiCan mineralsIncluding two specimens of Tennantite coating chalcopyrites on Quartz, El Cobre Mine, Concepcion del Oro, Zacatecas, Mexico; a calcite; a mimitite; a vesuvianite; a grossularite garnet in matrix; a calcite on hemimorphite; two hemimorphites; a quartz; an anhydrite; a cerussite; two purple fluorites; two selenites; together with four Vera Cruz amethysts on matrix, Cohuila, Mexico. Largest measures 11 x 7 x 5in (22)$2,500 - 3,500Without Reserve

1280two euroPean mineral sPeCimens: smoky quartz in matrix and a marCasite in limestone matrixA combination piece comprising a large smoky quartz cluster together with adularia, Furka, Switzerland, mounted on a 1970s era wooden base with locality plaque, measures 12 1/2 x 11 1/2 x 6in; together with a “spear ore” marcasite in limestone matrix, Speerkies, West Falen Germany, mounted on a vintage 1970s wooden base. Height 6 1/2in (2)$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

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1281grouP of nine ameriCan CalCitesTennessee and Tri-State RegionIncluding several classic, double-terminated examples and two specimens which are still attached to matrix. Largest measures 10 x 7 1/2 x 5in (9)$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

1282large ColleCtion of twenty-two BaritesWorld-wide localitiesIncluding two purple fluorite with barite specimens, Spain; and various examples from Morocco, Romania, etc. Largest measures 11 x 7 x 5in (22)$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

1283grouP of twenty-four ameriCan mineralsIncluding two wavelite specimens, Arkansas; two covellite specimens, Butte Mountain, Colorado; an azur-malachite, Bisbee, Arizona; an amazonite, Colorado; a purple fluorite, sphalerite and calcite, Illinois; a purple fluorite, Elmwood, Tennessee; a plagioclase feldspar; peristerite crystals with calcite, Macomb, New York; five calcites, Illinois; a unvite tourmaline, Pierpoint, NY; two sphalerites from Tennessee and five quartzes possibly from Arkansas, largest measuring 7 x 6 x 5in (24).$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

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1284large and imPressive mesoliteChakam, Induri, near Poona, IndiaMesolite, a zeolites mineral, comes from the rock quarries in the Bombay-Poona regions of India. It is frequently confused with scolecite (a calcium zeolite) and natrolite (a sodium zeolite), which also have white to colorless prismatic crystals. Natrolite forms thinner crystals with pyramidal terminations, and mesolite’s fiber-like crystals are usually the thinnest crystals of the three minerals. Scolecite’s larger crystals tend to be more robust and durable. The present fine specimen has a numerous radiating sprays of fine acicular crystals, which rise dramatically from a bed of creamy stilbite dotted with a few apophyllite crystals. This is a museum-quality display specimen of exceptional rarity in this size. Measures 12 1/4 x 9in$1,500 - 2,000Without Reserve

1285four large quartz sPeCimensPossibly ArkansasEach of cluster formation with radiating crystals and good three- dimensionality, some with water clear terminations. Largest measuring 12 1/2 x 10 x 4in (4)$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

1286grouP of twelve selenitesNaica, Mexico Including many which have water-clear crystals; together with a calcite on gypsum specimen also from Mexico, measuring 11 1/2 x 7 x 3in (12)$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

1287large selenite ClusterNaica, MexicoA large cluster of selenite wands in matrix, many with well-defined terminations. Measuring 12 x 14 x 8in$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

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1288imPressive elBaite tourmaline with quartz and Clevelandite Santa Rosa, Minas Gerais, Brazil From a renowned mine which began producing in the 1950s, this is a classic cluster of a green tourmaline compound crystal with good luster. An extremely large specimen, even for a locality which was known for having some bigger examples, this particular piece has great importance and aesthetics. With an association of cleavelandite and quartz at the base. Measuring 18 1/2 x 6 x 5 1/2in$20,000 - 30,000

In the 2004 inventory prepared of the Carey A. Parshall Mineral Collection, this specimen was stated by Lawrence Conklin to have a value of $100,000.

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1289grouP of four gyPsum sPeCimensMexico Each of large size comprising sherry-colored wands having an overgrowth. Largest measures 18 x 9 x 10in (4)$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

1290grouP of twelve adamitesMapami, Durango, Mexico Including eleven typical specimens of bright chartreuse green, largest measuring 10 x 3 x 3 1/2in; and one purple adamite in matrix from the same locality. (12)$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

1291grouP of fifteen sPeCimens: native CoPPer and various other oresMichigan and other localities The large copper specimen, measuring 16 x 7in, with five small silver specimens from Batopilas, Mexico and three gold-in-quartzes of which one may originate in Cripple Creek, Colorado. (15)$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

1292Blue toPaz in matrixMinas Gerais, Brazil A classic for the locality, yet rare due to the attachment of the the large, bright transparent gemmy blue crystal, which measures 2 3/4 inches along the edge, to the matrix of lepidolite and feldspar. Measuring 8 x 5 x 5in$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

1293large JaPanese stiBniteIchinokawa Mine, near Saijo, Ehime prefecture (formerly Iyo Province), Shikoku Island, JapanThis large mass of stibnite represents an amazing story of survival: it displays a large number of radiating crystals with their stunning, vertical habit this cluster of shiny silver-gray crystals showing iridescent, metallic patina. This is a significant specimen from an old find. Measuring 15 x 12 1/2 x 6 1/2in$8,000 - 12,000

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1294imPressive green fluoriteChinaA large and impressive specimen comprising a mass of large octahedral crystals having strong green saturation and good translucency. Measuring 13 x 13 x 9in$3,000 - 4,000Without Reserve

1295ColleCtion of seven Chinese mineralsIncluding an aquamarine on muscovite, Mt. Xuebaodiang, China; a manganocalcite; a scheelite in muscovite matrix; a calcite; a sphlaerite; a cassiterite; and two others largest measures 13 x 5 1/2 x 4in (7)$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

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1296ChrysoBerylKarawitz, Ratnapura, Ratnapura District, Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka This is a large classic, sought-after flattened, twinned chrysoberyl crystal showing good clarity and areas which are “facet grade” with a vivid chartreuse green color. This is a rare specimen for the size, clarity and color. Weighing approximately 81.0 carats (16.3 grams) and measuring 30.0 x 22.0 x 10.0mm$2,000 - 3,000Without Reserve

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1297an imPortant aquamarine Crystal grouP--”the CaCtus”Nagar, PakistanVery few aquamarine specimens that come on the market have the presence of this one or the quality. Composed of four major crystals of aquamarine, each more lustrous than the next, the specimen appears to have an inner glow. The crystallization is complete on all the sides, and the resemblance to a saguaro cactus is remarkable and desirable. With an association of muscovite and feldspar to the reverse side, this floater group of euhedral crystals measures an important 7 x 3 1/4 x 3 inches.$30,000 - 40,000

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1298very large Corundum CrystalPelmadulla, Ratnapura District, Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka This bi-color, blue and yellow sapphire crystal, is a for the locality with excellent by-pyramidal form. Translucent due to silk inclusions, with some asterism (star) visible on the c-axis) and with natural etching to the sides--the specimen has not been enhanced for color and is natural. There appears to be facet grade areas in the crystal. Large sapphire crystals of this form are rarely seen in the market as they are typically sacrificed to created faceted gemstones. Weighing approximately 735 carats and measuring 95.0 x 35.0 x 25.0 cm$2,500 - 3,500

1299aquamarine CrystalPakistanThis euhedral, floater crystal--which is nearly facet grade--exhibits all the most desirable attributes an aquamarine should posses. The crystal habit is a well-formed, textbook hexagon, the termination is flat and lustrous as are the sides which have only minor striations and etching. Measuring 5 1/4 x 1 1/2 x 1 1/4in$3,000 - 4,000

1300aquamarineKahawatta, Ratnapura District, Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri LankaA single crystal of natural seafoam blue color, transparent with naturally etched faces to the hexagonal prism. Weighing approximately 1150 carats (230.2 grams) Height 4 1/2in$2,500 - 3,500

1301fine stiBnite ClusterLushi Mine, Hunan Province, China A large, attractive cluster of stibnite crystals with well-formed terminations and lustrous faces. The specimen has great three-dimensionality and can be viewed from all sides--this inspired the former owner to beautifully present the specimen on a custom-fitted rotating stand so that the piece may be enjoyed from every angle. Measuring 8 x 7 x 4in$2,000 - 3,000

Offered on a custom-fitted wooden display stand with brass locality label. With lucite cover for the base (not shown in the illustration).

1302gyPsum var. seleniteNaica, Chihuahua, Mexico Beautifully displayed on a custom wooden stand which rotates so that the specimen may be appreciated from all sides. The specimen itself is a classic for the region with a cluster of radiating crystals of good transparency. Measuring 9 1/2 x 6 x 6 1/2in$1,500 - 2,000Without Reserve

Offered on a custom-fitted wooden display stand with brass locality label.

1303rhodoChrosite with fluorite and quartz sulfidesClay Pocket, Sweet Home Mine, Alma, Colorado From the famous mining location which has now closed this is a classic Colorado association of two rhodochrosite rhomohedrons with purple fluorite cubic crystals and sulfides. The specimen is beautifully displayed on a custom wooden base which rotates so that the piece may be viewed from all sides. Measuring 14 x 10 x 3 1/2in$2,000 - 3,000

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1304watermelon tourmaline Crystal grouPCruzeiro MineNear Governador Valadares, Minas Gerais, BrazilThe Cruzeiro mine has been known for its consistency of quality, since the early days of its accidental discovery by Brazilian and American prospectors during the 1940s who were searching for high quality mica to aid WWII efforts. It is from this premier mine that this highly desirable specimen originates. The present example, with a large triangular crystal, has classic striations yet exceptional luster to the sides. Subtle graduation of color from blue green at the top to pink and green again at the base, with a deep red core when the base of the crystal is viewed. one can see that there is facetable quality material to the interior. A cluster of two smaller conjoined crystals appears to one side. Height 5 1/2in

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1305very large and imPressive amethyst “rose”Rio Grande do SuI, BrazilA very large and fine “amethyst flower”, this is one of the largest and finest that has come on the market in years. A top-quality specimen worthy of consideration by the most serious collector rich in tonal variations, with strong purple hues particularly to the center, graduating to lighter violets at the edges. Two smaller “roses” are attached here and there. Measuring 18 x 11 x 4in$10,000 - 15,000

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1306large and exCePtional amethyst geode sPlitBrazil This fine quality double amethyst pipe, displays innumerable rich, deep violet crystals measuring up to 1 inch lining the cavity. With a small collection of calcite crystals near the apex of the “cathedral”. Measuring 41 x 17 x 3 1/2in (2)$1,500 - 2,000

1307amethyst geode with CalCitesBrazil A large geode section of impressive size, covered with a plethora of lavender amethyst crystals and a classic association of large, creamy transulucent white calcites. Measuring 24 x 24 x 10in$2,000 - 3,000

1308large Polished azur-malaChite BoulderMorenci, Arizona Suitable for either indoor or outdoor applications, the face of this large decorative boulder has been polished to reveal azurite beneath the malachite overgrowth. Measuring 24 x 18 x 8in$2,000 - 3,000

1309large Polished malaChiteKatanga Province, Democratic Republic of CongoThis large and very fine quality specimen is contour polished to reveal the beauty of its concentric banding and bull’s eyes. Measuring 19 1/2 x 11 1/4 x 6 1/4in$2,000 - 3,000

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1310large red CalCiteChina A fine, decorative display specimen of impressive proportions with glossy and lustrous crystals and rich, red hematite inclusions. Measures 17 x 16 x 5in$2,000 - 3,000

1311ClassiC mineral sPeCimenWillemite, Franklinite, CalciteFranklin, New JerseyOver the course of several hundred million years, a fortuitous combination of conditions resulted in the unique mineral deposits in the Franklin Marble of Northwest New Jersey. Large slabs from the famous Franklin, New Jersey locality are seldom seen on the market, as mining operations in the area have been closed for decades. Originally mined for zinc, the deposits produced over 300 minerals and rare combinations of fluorescent minerals that are considered classic pieces to any collector. Under shortwave ultraviolet light, the present specimen comes alive with fluorescent bands of bright green willemite and fiery red calcite. Black octahedral franklinite crystals are also seen; this mineral is known only from Northwest New Jersey. Measures 16 x 16 x 3in$2,000 - 3,000

1312suite of three Paintings of California tourmalinesPala District, San Diego County, California Depicting specimens which were at one time featured on the covers of Lapidary Journal during the 1960s, all of which were famous finds of San Diego tourmaline. Included are: a pink tourmaline from the Stewart Mine, Pala California titled “Pink Tourmaline”, Stewart Mine (dubbed in the mineral trade as “The Candleabra”, and now housed at the Smithsonian Institution). Together with another titled “Tourmaline and Morganite”, Pala, California; and “Tourmaline”, Himalaya Mine, Mesa Grande, California. Each signed Cortez, framed. (3)$3,000 - 5,000

Juan CortezBorn in Apatzingan, Michoacán, Mexico, Juan Cortez worked in the field of medical and science painting. He was particularly well known for his anatomical renderings and for depicting muscles and bones of the body.

Between 1965 and 1975, a San Diego mineral collector was inspired to commission Mr. Cortez to paint a series of 11 minerals, all of which were inspired by the covers of Lapidary Journal Magazine. Mr. Cortez had an elaborate set-up using the covers of the Journal and mirrors to observe proportion and angles.

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native metals1313large and rare Platinum nuggetKondor, RussiaA classical “free standing” platinum nugget displaying significant heft and a characteristic veneer of crystalline chromite.Weighing approximately 5.8 ozt (180.3 grams) and measuring 1 3/4 x 1 1/2 x 1in$30,000 - 40,000

1314fine Crystallized gold sPeCimenIcaburu, La Gran Sabana, Venezuela A fine example of a skeletal, hoppered crystallized gold, with two or three tiny crystals of quartz embedded in the crevices. A excellent choice for the serious collector. Weighing 14.42 grams (0.46 ozt). Measures 27.0 x 18.5 x 8.0mm$2,000 - 3,000

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1315very large gold sPeCimenKalgoorlie, Western AustraliaA large and impressive gold specimen displaying a warm, buttery patina, some minor crystallization and traces of white quartz evident in several crevices. Weighing approximately 25.3 ozt (786.9 grams) and measuring 5 1/2 x 4 x 1/2in$60,000 - 80,000

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natural history 1316lunar meteoriteNWA 6721Lunar, feldspathic brecciaHamada du Drâa, MoroccoDiscovered in Morocco in late 2010 as a group of sixteen stones weighing a total of only 181 grams, NWA 6721 is a fine-grained, heterogeneous, fragmental breccia composed of mineral clasts and ophitic-textured lithic clasts. Lunar meteorites are rocks that were ejected from the Moon by the impact of an asteroid or comet. Lunar escape velocity averages 1.48 miles per second, only a few times the muzzle velocity of a rifle. Most rocks escaping the gravitational field of the moon become captured by the gravitational field of Earth or the Sun. Those orbiting Earth will, after a few years, or tens of thousands of years, fall to Earth. Measures 24 x 48mm; weighs 2.5 grams$3,000 - 3,800

1317seymChan – ComPlete transitional sliCe with sPaCe gemsPallasite - PMG Magadan District, RussiaThis complete Seymchan slice originates from one of the pallasitic masses of the fall that occurred in Central Siberia. It is neither completely composed of metal, nor does it contain crystals throughout. This specimen originated from a large mass in the asteroid belt where the transition between an iron meteorite and a stony meteorite was at its interface. This mass then broke apart - probably from the impact of another asteroid. Studded with extraterrestrial olivine and peridot crystals in one area, and a continuous nickel-iron matrix in another, this gorgeous complete slice is further distinguished by a highly polished perimeter. From the Macovich Collection. Measures 176 x 129 x 3mm (7 x 5 x 0.1in); weighs 284.1 grams (0.66 pounds)$3,500 - 4,500

1318Pair of rare vesta meteorites with sPaCe gems – ComPlete sliCe aCComPanied By ComPlete individualNWA 7831DiageniteMoroccoVesta is the second largest asteroid in the asteroid belt with a diameter of over 326 miles; its impact with Earth produced a gigantic impact crater at the South Pole. There are three types of achondrites that originate from Vesta, collectively known as HED’s, howardites, eucrites and dagenites. Diagenites, as exemplified by the present specimen, are the rarest of the three types of stony meteorites and originate from deep beneath the surface of Vesta.

The present complete slice from NWA 7831 is from one of the rare diagenites and is unique as a diagenite because it contains translucent gem quality yellow-green crystals of orthopyroxene in its stony matrix. This is unique in stony meteorites; its appearance is somewhat similar to a pallasite, an iron-nickel meteorite with olivine crystals. This unique and desirable diagenite, a non-magnetic achondrite, was found in Morocco in March 2013. Also included in this lot is an uncut 25.8-gram complete individual NWA 7831 meteorite, which displays the compete crystals in their natural state within the stony surface of the meteorite. Offered together in a Riker mount. Measures 3 1/2 x 2 1/4in; Weighs 24.6 grams$2,500 - 3,000

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1319lunar meteorite – Partial sliCeNWA 8306 Lunar feldspathic breccia – achondrite Sahara Desert, Northwest AfricaLunar meteorites are among the most rare objects on Earth. Less than 0.1% of all meteorites recovered are lunar in origin. They are so scarce that none have been found in Europe, or North or South America, having only been recovered in deserts where such meteorites are more readily identified. NWA 8306 is the 8306th meteorite to be recovered from the Northwest African grid of the Sahara Desert. The initial authentication work on NWA 8306 was done by Dr. Anthony Irving, one of the world’s foremost experts in the identification of lunar and Martian meteorites. Found in 2013, NWA 8306 is a feldspathic breccia, rich with angular fragments of anorthosite. Solar wind vesicles, iron-rich pyroxenes and olivines have also been identified. A scientific abstract of NWA 8306 accompanies the present offering - a fine sample of the Moon from the Macovich Collection. Measures 37 x 26 x 2mm (1.5 x 1 x 0.1in); weighs 4.776 grams$3,250 - 4,000

1320willamette – Partial sliCe from museum CenterPieCeIron, medium octahedrite; shocked and recrystallizedClackamas County, OregonThis beveled partial meteorite slice is from the most famous meteorite in the world. In the desire to reveal the internal structure of the 15.5-ton Willamette meteorite, the crown jewel of the American Museum of Natural History’s Rose Center in New York City, it was decided in 1997 to cut a 13-kilogram end piece from the mass. The present partial slice was removed from that end piece. Willamette is the largest North American meteorite; scientists believe it most likely fell in Canada and was deposited in Oregon by a glacier during the last ice age. The Willamette meteorite was the centerpiece of the Hayden Planetarium when it first opened, and an estimated 50 million people have seen or touched this meteorite during its nearly 100 years on exhibit. In 2000, The American Museum of Natural History and the Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde signed an agreement to ensure the Grand Ronde’s access to the Willamette Meteorite for religious, historical and cultural purposes while maintaining its continued presence at the museum for scientific and educational purposes - and a guarantee that the meteorite will never again be cut. The present specimen features one edge of the meteorite’s external surface and a superior representation of Willamette’s singular recrystallized internal structure. Average measurement: 58 x 28 x 2 to 7mm (2.25 x 1 x 0.25in); weighs 36.7 grams$3,500 - 4,500

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1321sikhote-alin – aesthetiC individual with natural holeIron, coarse octahedrite Maritime Territory, Siberia, RussiaBlanketed with fusion crust and regmaglypts (the tiny thumbprints found along the meteorite’s surface created during its violent descent through Earth’s atmosphere), and naturally embossed with a textured rippling surface and contraction cracks, this highly aesthetic Sikhote-alin specimen dramatically reveals its membership to a rare class of meteorites - unlike 99 per cent of all meteorites, it possesses a naturally formed hole, the result of its impact and fiery plunge through Earth’s atmosphere as it traveled at a velocity of approximately 12 miles per second. Measures 53 x 32 x 18mm (2 x 1.25 x 0.75 inches) and 84.2 grams$1,200 - 1,800

1322seymChan meteorite - ComPlete sliCeSeymchanIron-nickel, medium octahedrite Magadan District, RussiaWith excellent medium octahedrite Widmanstatten patterns, resulting from the original giant planetary mass slowly cooling and solidifying in deep space over hundreds of millions of years, Seymchan has a distinguishable look that is highly sought after by collectors. It is a transitional meteorite, meaning that the original mass originated from an area close to the iron-nickel border with the serpentine core of an asteroid, as olivine crystals are sometimes found in Seymchan meteorites. Measures 24 x 16in and weighing 4700 grams$9,000 - 10,000

1323The Boomerang - mouninalusta sliCeMouninalustaIron-nickel, fine octahedrite Norrbotten, SwedenStunning fine octahedrite patterns, along with inclusions of black troilite and rare meteoric metals such as stichtite, make Mouninalusta a sought after meteorite. This exceptionally shaped slice was cut from one of the largest Mouninalusta meteorites ever found, weighing over 2,500 pounds. The process of cutting and polishing a slice of this size can only be done by a few specialists, as the metal is unusually hard. Measuring 20 x 18in$8,000 - 10,000

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1324exCePtional swedish meteorite – large end CutMuonionalustaIron-nickel; fine octahedriteNorrbotten, SwedenMuonionalusta is an iron-nickel meteorite, which was found in Norrbotten, Sweden in 1906. Since then, additional meteorites have been found in one of the largest strewnfields on Earth, measuring 30 x 10 kilometers. Muonionalusta is classified as a fine octahedrite and reveals one of the most beautiful Widmanstatten patterns of all meteorites when it is etched. Widmanstatten patterns form when the two alloys of nickel, kamacite and taenite, separate in the iron core of the large asteroid that was destroyed by collision with another large asteroid in the asteroid belt billions of years ago. This separation and pattern form only when the iron core cools at a rate of only a few degrees per million years and is not found on any iron-nickel stones on Earth.

The present covetable Muonionalusta end cut displays the interior of the meteorite as well as its surface. The cut surface has been etched, displaying its spectacular Widmanstatten patterns. The outer surface boasts several distinguishing regmaglypts. Muonionalusta cut sections of this size are quite rare. Measures 11 3/4 x 6 1/2 x 2 1/2in; Weighs 20 pounds$7,000 - 8,500

1325rare ataxiteDroninoIron-nickel, ataxiteDronino, Russia Ataxites are a rare type of iron-nickel meteorite that do not exhibit a Widmanstatten pattern when they are etched due to their high nickel content. Ataxites are known as ungrouped irons as they do not match the chemistry of any of the other iron-nickel groups and are most certainly from a different planetary body than the other irons. Dronino is an ataxite that was found by a Russian mushroom hunter in July of 2002 near the Russian village of Dronino. Over 600 meteorites were found, totally about 3000kg with the largest meteorite weighing 250kg. All of the meteorites were heavily weathered and rusted from their burial 1-6 feet underground. The present specimen is one of the more aesthetic Dronino meteorites, displaying a gunmetal surface and a shape resembling a mountain with a jagged peak and edges. Offered on a display stand. Measures 7 x 71/2 x 1/2in; Weighs 4 pounds$2,500 - 3,000

1326ClassiC CAMINO DEL CIELO meteoriteCamino del CieloIron-nickel; coarse octahedriteGran Chaco, ArgentinaThe famous Camino del Cielo iron-nickel meteorite fell to Earth over 4,000 years ago in the mountainous region of Gran Chaco, Argentina, 500 miles north-northwest of Buenos Aires, in one of the largest and undoubtedly most dramatic falls of the last 10,000 years. Meteorites from this fall were scattered over hundreds of square miles of inaccessible terrain. The present large specimen boasts a number of medium-to-large regmaglypts, also known as thumbprints, which were produced as the body tumbled through Earth’s atmosphere. It was recovered from the newer, more mountainous, site, which yields meteorites of the finest surface quality. Most of the large meteorites have been recovered from this field and are not commonly seen on the market. Offered on a movable base, which can be repositioned for varying views. Measures 8 ½ x 6 x 6in; Weighs 35 pounds$2,200 - 2,800

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1327handBook of iron meteorites — BuChwald’s Preeminent three volume survey of iron meteoritesHandbook of iron meteorites: Their history, distribution, composition, andstructure. Volumes 1,2 & 3Berkeley, University of California Press, 1975. Published for the Center for Meteorite Studies, Arizona State University by the University of California Press, 1975. 2458 pages.ISBN: 0520029348 9780520029347

A comprehensive survey of all iron meteorites known to exist as of 1973. Volume 1 includes, among other topics, an overview of matter in the solar system, the physics of meteorite falls, impact crater formation, meteorite shapes, meteorite surface characteristics, classification, chemical composition, structural formation and a list of meteorite ages. Volumes 2 and 3 present an exhaustive survey of every known iron meteorite along with copious images, charts, and maps. The lithology and chemical structure of every entry is described in detail as are the circumstances involving the recovery of each meteorite. Volumes are cloth-bound and enclosed in matching cloth case with bibliographic panel. In 1963, the author discovered the sixth largest meteorite known to exist. Found in Greenland, it weighs 20 tons and can be seen at the Geological Museum of the University of Copenhagen. (3)$2,000 - 2,500

1328ChelyaBinsk - ComPlete individualChelyabinskChondriteChelyabinsk Oblast, RussiaA complete specimen from the world-renowned February 2013 fall over Southern Russia. Rarely is a meteor shower so well documented as the Chelyabinsk fall, having streaked through the sky during morning rush hour in a populated area, after setting off a sonic boom which blew out windows and caused destruction along its path. This fall was one of the most significant of the last one hundred years. Weighing approximately 86.3 grams and measuring 4.5 x 3.5 x 3.0cm$5,000 - 6,000

1329meteorite sPhereNWA 869L4-6Sahara DesertAs NWA 869 is one of the largest showers of stone meteorites on record, many of the specimens were subdivided and fashioned into, among other things, spheres - a phenomenon that would never have occurred if the meteorite were more rare. This delightfully animated specimen features a natural chocolate-hued band in a tan matrix that is studded with large inclusions of nickel-iron. Measures 55 x 55 x 55mm (2.25 x 2.25 x 2.25 inches) and 368.2 grams (0.75 pounds)$1,000 - 1,400

1330meteorite Blade daggerThis unique knife boasts a blade fashioned of a slice of the Muonionalusta meteorite and a handle of polished eudialyte. Muonionalusta is an iron-nickel meteorite that was found in Norrbotten, Sweden in 1906; it is classified as a fine octahedrite. Eudialyte is a gemstone from Kola, Russia that is a rare cyclosilicate which forms in alkaline igneous rocks. Offered on a Lucite display stand. Length measures 6 3/4in; Blade measures 2 3/4in$2,500 - 3,000

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1331a large ColleCtion of ButterfliesOrder LepidopteraFamilies Peridae, Heterocera, Nymphalidae, Danidae, SaturniidaeA large and impressive collection of butterflies consisting of approximately 465 mounted butterflies offered in 14 frames. Measures 19 x 23in$2,000 - 2,500

1332a fine inseCt ColleCtionWorldwideSphingidae, Mantodea, Orthoptera, Scarabaedae, Chrysomelidae, Arachnids, Cerambycidae, Lucanidae, Buprestidae, Diptera, ElateridaeA fine collection of approximately 177 insects and butterflies from various locations around the world. The collection has representatives of Praying Mantids, Leaf Beetle, Longhorn Beetle, Scarab Beetles, Flies, Spiders, Sphinx Moth, and Click Beetle, Butterflies and Moths. They are presented in 5 wooden glass covered display boxes. Measuring 12 x 18 x 2 3/4in (5)$2,000 - 3,000

1333ColleCtion of Beetles from worldwide loCalitiesScarabaeidae, Elateridae, BuprestidaeCurculionidae, Chrysomelidae, CerambycidaeA superb collection consisting of approximately 580 beetles from all over the world. The collection is comprised of Longhorn Beetles, Click Beetles, Scarab Beetles, Weevils, Jewel Beetles, and Leaf Beetles. They are presented in 6 wooden glass covered display boxes. Measures 12 x 18 x 2 3/4in (6)$2,000 - 3,000

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1334arThropods of The World - a diverse exotiC ColleCtionOdonata, Orthoptera, Homoptera, Hemiptera, Mantodea, Phasmatodea, Deroplatys dessicata, additional typesThe arthropods are an incredibly diverse group. Insects, arachnids and myriopods are featured in this custom display of wildly different specimens. Represented in this case are members of Odonata (dragonflies and damselflies), Orthoptera (grasshoppers and crickets), Homoptera (cicadas and lanternflies), Hemiptera (true bugs), Mantodea (praying mantids), among others.

Several spectacular examples of mimicry are seen in this display, including several species of Phasmatodea (walkingleaves and walkingsticks) and a beautiful female Deroplatys dessicata, also known as the Giant Dead Leaf Mantid. Measures 24 x 36 x 2.5in$4,200 - 4,800

1335asian lePidoPtera ColleCtionPapilio, Delias, Danaidae, Atticus atlas, Actias maenasAisaSome of the largest and most striking members of lepidoptera are found on the Asian continent. Asian species of swallowtails are especially diverse, from the exceptionally large birdwing butterflies, named for their angular wings and birdlike flight, to the bright and vibrant specimens of the Papilio genus. In the present collection, several members of the uniquely Asian Delias genus are featured, as well as the delicate rice paper butterflies of the Danaidae family. Also included is an Atticus atlas, the largest species of moth in the world, and a beautiful Actias maenas, the Malaysian moon moth. Measures 24 x 36 x 2.5in$3,800 - 4,200

1336south ameriCan lePidoPtera ColleCtionMorphidae, Amathusidae, Papilionidae, Pieridae, Nymphalidae, Lycaenidae, Satyrinae, Danaidae, HeteroceraSouth AmericaSouth America is home to a vast array of biodiversity; showcased in this display are several of the families and subfamilies of Lepidoptera found in the region including Morphidae, Amathusidae, Papilionidae, Pieridae, Nymphalidae, Lycaenidae, Satyrinae, Danaidae and some species in the sub-order Heterocera. These specimens represent the immense variety of shapes, colors, patterns and sizes of the South American lepidopterans.

Prominent in this case are several examples of the genus Morpho, a group of butterflies that are exclusively found in the neotropic region. These extravagantly colored specimens have unique arrangements of scales that reflect an iridescent blue. Also represented in this collection is Thysania agrippina, one of the largest moth species found in South America, and some rare examples of the Riodinidae family, a small but unique group of butterflies often characterized by their distinctive metallic coloration. Measures 24 x 36 x 2.5in$4,500 - 5,500

1337exotiC ColleCtion of diverse BeetlesCerambycidae, Lucanidae, Buprestidae, Curculionidae, Scarabaeidae, Megasoma actaeon, Macrodontia cervicornis, additional typesColeoptera is the largest and most diverse order in the animal kingdom. Found nearly all over the world, beetles have a prominent ecological and cultural role in our society. The variety of shapes and sizes found among the beetles is astounding.Represented in this case are some of the most striking families and subfamilies of the Coleoptera order including Cerambycidae (the longhorns), Lucanidae (stag beetles), Buprestidae (jewel beetles), Curculionidae (weevils) and Scarabaeidae (scarabs), among others.

Prominent in this display are some of the largest beetles found on Earth including the magnificent Megasoma actaeon of the Dynastinae sub-family and an adult male Macrodontia cervicornis, a longhorn beetle found in rainforests that spends most of its life in the larval stage. Measures 24 x 36 x 2.5in$5,500 - 6,500

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1338reConstruCted “elePhant Bird” eggAepyornis maximusPleistoceneSouthern MadagascarThe extinct flightless bird, Aepyornis maximus, produced the largest egg of any animal that has ever lived, including the dinosaurs. The size of these eggs represents the equivalent volume of approximately 10-12 ostrich eggs or 160 chicken eggs. Aepyornis is commonly known as the elephant bird, a name that originated from Marco Polo’s account of the giant bird in 1298. He described the ten-foot-tall Aepyornis, which weighed over half a ton, as having talons large enough to seize an elephant. Aepyornis lived only on the island of Madagascar and became extinct in the middle of the 17th century. The present example is a reconstruction of eggshell fragments, which form a huge, impressive egg. The color match is excellent as great care and time was spent in matching the sizes, curvature, and color of the egg fragments. Undoubtedly many of the egg fragments are from the same egg. The impressive specimen is perched on a hand carved wooden stand, producing a dramatic display. Height measures 13 1/2in; Circumference measures 29in$2,800 - 3,200

1339Tyrannosaurus rex toothTyrannosaurus rexCretaceousHell Creek Formation, Carter County, MontanaDisplaying excellent serrations and enamel, this adult Tyrannosaurus rex tooth was discovered by famous dinosaur hunter and preparator, Jared Hudson, on a remote ranch in Montana. Tyrannosaurus rex remains are coveted by collectors. Height 3 3/4in$6,000 - 8,000

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1340immense megalodon shark toothCarcharocles megalodonMioceneSouth CarolinaThough Carcharocles megalodon was the largest shark that ever lived, growing to more than fifty feet in length, most of the teeth recovered from this gigantic species are only 3-4 inches in height. The present impressive specimen measures over six inches, making it a covetable find. Estimating the length of a shark at about 10 feet in length to every one inch of tooth, this behemoth would have been over 60 feet long. Discovered in the muddy river waters of the South Carolina shore, the huge tooth displays well preserved greenish-gray enamel, a complete black root and good serrations (though not sharp) on the edges. Offered on a custom display stand with identification as Megalodon. Measures 6 1/8in on the diagonal; width measures 5in$3,000 - 4,000

1341authentiC two-headed Calf: a taxidermiC sPeCimen and a ComPlete skeleton mountBos taurusMiles City, MontanaThis unfortunate calf was afflicted with bicephaly, a medical condition in which the sufferer is born with two heads and, in this case, six legs and two tails. It is the result of the fusion of monozygotic twin embryos during gestation. Most bicephalic creatures are stillborn - as this one was - or live only very briefly after birth. The birth of this calf also resulted in the death of its mother.

Bicephalic animals (and people), due to their extreme rarity, are often subjects of curiosity and have historically been attached to sideshows and acquired by museums. This unique specimen is offered as a pair comprising the taxidermy full-body mount (prepared by Cindy Beck of Bad to the Bone Taxidermy, California) and articulated skeleton (prepared by Jay Villemarette of Skulls Unlimited, Oklahoma, and articulated by Todd Green of Osteosaur, Colorado.)

The specimen was found on a ranch in Miles City, Montana. It was acquired by The Evolution Store, a natural history retailer located in SoHo, New York, in 2013. A member of their team was dispatched to drive down a winding dirt road to the ranch, 150 miles from Billings, to collect the carcass, which had been outbid for an undisclosed amount from Ripley’s Believe it or Not. Length measures approximately 32in; height measures approximately 28in (2)$50,000 - 60,000

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1342TRICERATOPS nasal hornTriceratops CretaceousLance Formation, Lusk, WyomingBeside T. rex, Triceratops is arguably the best-known and most popular dinosaur. These vegetarian behemoths, which were contemporaries and perhaps prey of T. rex, roamed North America during the Cretaceous Period, the Age of Dinosaurs. Offered is a Triceratops nasal horn. Length 8in$2,000 - 3,000

1343large snaPPing turtle skull on matrixMacrochelys sp. PleistoceneFlorida The geology of Florida during the last ice age provided for excellent preservation of fossils. Animals great and small were quickly buried and their bones rapidly mineralized. The present snapping turtle skull specimen from Florida displays fine bone detail. Large in size, the specimen is presented with both the skull and mandibles still partially embedded in matrix, making for a covetable display piece. Only 10 per cent restoration is seen. Measures 7 1/2 x 6in; overall height 12in$2,500 - 3,000

1344large mammoth JawMammuthus primigeniusPleistoceneNorth AmericaA complete lower jaw with all original teeth is presented in nice condition. The teeth of these herbivorous ice age giants grew in enamel plates with the top of the tooth exhibiting its characteristic grooves: the rear tooth grew from the top down in the lower jaw, following the curve of the lower jaw and growing in sections of enamel plates. The deep brown patina of the specimen is due to mineral seepage from the permafrost in which the specimen was buried for tens of thousands of years. Measures 26 x 20 x 17in$3,000 - 4,000

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1345giant sea turtle skull from California – extraordinary fossil disCovery with historiC ProvenanCeDermochelyidae Family – Undescribed speciesMiocene – Barstovian StageShark Tooth Hill, Bakersfield, CaliforniaJust outside Bakersfield, California lies one of the richest marine fossil deposits on the American west coast; thousands of outstanding fossils have been recovered in the locality of Shark Tooth Hill, including those of sharks, seals, sea lions, whales, and rare giant sea turtles. Most of these amazing discoveries were made by Bob Ernst, who owned the site and excavated fossils there for over 30 years. The present giant sea turtle skull is one of the extraordinary treasures recovered by Ernst. It is the only known specimen to be found with a lower jaw in place. With fine bone details and textures, the skull is very well preserved; its features indicate that it was likely related to modern leatherback turtles and probably fed on jellyfish. Only 15 percent restoration is seen in this remarkable specimen. Measures 7 x 11in; overall 12in

Originally from the Bob Ernst Collection$10,000 - 12,500

1346Polished dinosaur leg BoneIndeterminate species JurassicColoradoOne end of a large dinosaur leg bone has been polished to a mirror sheen revealing beautiful quartz-filled bone cells in contrasting white and black. The natural bone surface on the rest of the specimen indicates that it was from the distal end of a leg bone (toward the foot) of a large dinosaur. Measures 14 x 12 x 5in$2,500 - 5,000

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1347euroPean mammoth tuskMammuthus primigeniusPleistoceneNorth Sea, HollandAn adult woolly mammoth stood between ten and twelve feet tall and weighed up to 15,000 pounds - similar in size to the present day Indian Elephant. Remains of these behemoths of the last ice age have been found in North America, Europe and Asia. Their tusks began growing at birth and continued growing throughout life. Wear on the undersides of mammoth tusks suggests they were used in scraping snow and ice off the ground for foraging purposes. The present specimen is a very fine example of a tusk from this iconic prehistoric species. Offered with a custom designed stand and a certificate of authenticity. Measures 60 1/2in$14,000 - 16,000

1348suPerB fossil woolly mammoth tuskMammuthus primigenius PleistoceneAlaskaEntombment for thousands of years in the Alaskan permafrost produced the alluring bluish coloration of this extraordinary tusk from an extinct member of the Elephantidae family, which ranged throughout Eurasia and North America during the Pleistocene. Most tusks exhibit creams, tan and browns, but only occasionally does a blue tusk emerge from the prehistoric permafrost. This example had been buried in a large deposit of the mineral vivianite, producing its amazing blue color. The distinctively curved tusks of the woolly mammoth are thought to have been used to help dig away the snow of the Ice Age tundra while feeding, and also may have been used in intraspecific combat, in competition for mates, for example. The present specimen is offered on a custom base of contemporary design, which caresses the curvature of the tusk while allowing the viewer to appreciate every angle and color of this fascinating piece. Measures 108in and weighs 90 pounds$75,000 - 85,000

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1349iCe age Bison skull from kansasBison occidentalis PleistoceneWyandotte County, KansasThe large horned Steppe Bison initially ranged from Western Europe to easternmost Asia. During the last ice age, it crossed the land bridge, Beringia, and entered the Western Hemisphere. Through natural environmental change and inbreeding between migrated subspecies, the smaller but very successful American Bison is thought to have descended from Bison occidentalis. Offered is a richly-toned fossilized skull of Bison occidentalis recovered in Kansas. Measures 25 x 21 1/2 x 9in$2,000 - 2,500

1350large fossil alligator skull on BaseAlligator mississippiensisPleistoceneNorth FloridaThe swamps of the American southeast have been home to alligators for millions of years. This large and dramatic prehistoric skull likely came from an alligator that once measured sixteen feet in length. The impressive skull displays robust details, including gorgeous teeth and dark bones exhibiting fine mineralization. Only 15 percent restoration was performed in the expert preparation of the specimen. Mounted on a custom base. Measures 14 x 28 x 16in$22,000 - 28,000

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1351allosaurus foot – an extraordinary dinosaur disCoveryAllosaurus Late JurassicSalt and Pepper Quarry, Morrison Formation, Moffat County, Colorado The supreme killing machine of the Late Jurassic Period of North America, Allosaurus was the largest predator of its time, growing up to thirty-eight feet (twelve meters) in length. 154 – 144 million years ago, its long, serrated, back-curving teeth would have been capable of ripping huge chunks of flesh from its plant-eating contemporaries, such as the gigantic sauropods and stegosaurs of the period. Both stegosaur and apatosaur remains have been found with embedded Allosaurus teeth. Allosaurus’ intelligence, based on brain to body weight, is rated as high in comparison to the other dinosaurs. Allosaurus remains are extremely rare outside of North America.

As seen in the present superb specimen, Allosaurus’ feet had three weight-bearing toes and an inner dewclaw. It has been theorized that the dewclaw may have been used for grasping in juveniles. The claws of Allosaurus’ toes were less developed than those of earlier theropods and its legs were shorter than those of tyrannosaurids.

The present exceptional specimen is complete. Astonishingly, all of the bones were found in very close association; most were found tightly articulated. Every bone, including the tarsus (ankle bone), the first metatarsal and the fifth metatarsal was recovered. Though many disarticulated Allosaurus bones have been uncovered, it is highly unusual to find such a large intact portion of a skeleton of this species. The spectacular example is mounted in the exact position in which it was discovered. Overall height measures 27in$100,000 - 125,000

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1352mounted tortoise skeleton with CaraPaCeStylemys sp. OligoceneSouth DakotaStylemys was the first fossil tortoise belonging to the order Testudines discovered in the United States. The genus lived in temperate-to-subtropical areas of North America, Europe and Asia. First described in 1851 by Dr. Joseph Leidy, it was common in the area now known as the Badlands of Nebraska, South Dakota and Wyoming. The present specimen is very large and nearly complete, further distinguished by its beautifully preserved skull and well-articulated carapace (shell), each section of which can be clearly seen. Rarely are fossil tortoises of this size and condition recovered. The excellent specimen is three-dimensionally mounted on an expertly designed armature. Measures 27 x 21 x 10in$5,000 - 7,000

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1353giant fossil Clam shellTridacna sp.PleistoceneKenyaFossilized clam shells are found in coral reef limestone along coastal area quarries. The coral reef from which this amazing clam shell originated was formed during the Pleistocene, the time of the last ice age. The build-up of the reef took place during the main integral period, 240,000-125,000 years ago. During the later interglacial period, sea levels rose up to 20 meters and during this time the largest part of the prehistoric fossil reef in which this specimen was discovered was built up. Fossil clam shells are only found in the upper layers of sediment; in coastal quarries they can only occasionally be found. Their location near the surface suggests that they only lived in this locality during the later part of the second reef-building period of the Pleistocene. Today, living giant clams only occur in the Eastern Indian and Pacific Oceans. This impressive and beautiful shell weighs approximately 60 kilograms. Measures 33 x 12 ½ x 18in$2,500 - 3,500

1354large amBer druzy Coral PairEocene40 Million YearsWithlacoochee River, Florida This spectacular agatized coral fossil has been provided in a cut and polished pair and presented as a “butterfly” split. They were collected in the Withlacoochee River in Northern Florida. The interior of both halves is lined with numerous amber colored drusy quartz stalactites and crystals. Each half measuring 10 x 10 x 4in$4,000 - 5,000

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1355inComParaBle oPalized Clam with CrinoidIsocrinus australisEighteen Mile Field, Coober Pedy, South AustraliaFrom an old collection, this is a rare specimen far superior to specimens housed in any Australian museum or private collection. The naturally occurring presentation of a clam shell together with a crinoid represents a rare association. The solid clam shell displays full color, unpolished to appeal to the purist collector. The crinoid also exhibits full color and has been left unpolished. A very fine piece. Measuring 2 3/4 x 4 x 2 1/2in$30,000 - 40,000

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1356roBust ammonite on standPachydiscus sp.CretaceousMadagascarA very robust ammonite has been custom mounted, emphasizing the size of this beautifully sutured specimen. The sutures, seen as contrasting markings on the shell, indicate the growth chambers of the once-living creature. Ammonites are an extinct group of marine invertebrates more closely related to living coleoids than they are to shelled nautiloids. Measuring 31.5 x 26 x 9in$2,500 - 3,500

1357sCulPtural grouPing of ammonitesEarly Cretaceous Mahajunga Province, Northwestern MadagascarAn attractive sculptural grouping of ammonites in matrix, including Cleoniceras, Perisphinctes, and iridescent ammonites. This collection sculpture showcases ammonites collected from Mahajunga Province in Northwestern Madagascar. Measures 17 x 11 x 6 1/2in$2,000 - 2,500

1358ammonite on standMahajunga Province, MadagascarA beautiful ammonite with excellent nacre and extra wide body. This highly decorative specimen is of the nautilus type. Most of the ammonites in Madagascar are found in the northwestern part of the country, in Mahajunga Province. Ammonite measures 11 x 15 x 7in$3,000 - 3,500

1359Pair of huge deCorative ammonite halves on Custom standsPerisphinctes sp.JurassicMadagascarThe dominant marine species for over 185 million years, ammonites are prehistoric ancestors of the squid and chambered nautilus. As dinosaurs roamed the landmasses, ammonites ruled the seas, prolifically and in almost endless variety. The present ammonite has been sliced in half and polished to reveal the beauty of the chambers within, which are filled with golden honey-colored calcite crystals. The living animal’s tentacles would have extended from the opening of the largest chamber. The present ammonite is significantly larger than most available. Each measuring 39 1/2 x 30 1/2 x 8in$6,000 - 8,000

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1360very large madagasCar ammoniteEarly CretaceousNorthwestern MadagascarA very large Madagascar ammonite from the renowned northwestern collecting region. A well-preserved specimen with nacreous minerals, exhibiting the suture growth patterns of the ammonite shell. Measures 44 x 19in$5,500 - 6,500

1361massive sCulPtural grouPing of ammonitesCleoniceras, Cymatoceras, Perisphinctes, PachydiscusEarly CretaceousMadagascarAn exceptional grouping of ammonites in their natural host matrix. Painstakingly polished, this is a wonderful sampling of Madagascar ammonite specimens. The aesthetic and massive decorative piece includes a nice variety of species. Measures 20 x 25in$7,000 - 8,000

1362Pair of large madagasCar Petrified wood sliCesEarly Cretaceous Mahajunga Province, Northwestern MadagascarA magnificent pair of Madagascar petrified wood slices from Mahajunga Province. Two-inch-thick cuts make these slices well suited for use as tabletops. Wonderful brown and tan hues, complete natural outer edges and good tree structure are visible in each slice. This enormous tree grew on the supercontinent Pangea during the Triassic, over 200 millions years ago.Measures 29 1/4 x 36 1/2 x 2 1/4in$9,000 - 10,000

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1363large Petrified wood logAraucarioxylon ArizonicumTriassicArizonaA large and colorful Arizona petrified wood log with a polished top, showing the classic color zoning and dendritic veining of the locality. Triassic conifer pines are found beneath the volcanic ash layers in Eastern Arizona. The species was a tropical pine with needles covering the entire tree. This massive log would be a spectacular focal point in a garden or an interior.Measures 28 x 21 x 26 1/2in$6,000 - 8,000

1364arizona Petrified wood logAraucarioxylon ArizonicumTriassicArizonaThis Arizona petrified wood log was polished by well-known lapidary artist, Marc Doerner. Rainbow waterfalls are seen on both front and back, as though spilling over from the top. Diamond tooling was used to attain the mirror-like finish. It is rare to find petrified wood of this size and color. This specimen was collected on a private ranch next to the famous Petrified Forest National Park. Measures 22 x 18 x 18in$8,000 - 10,000 1363

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1365Pair of madagasCar Petrified wood sliCesTriassicWestern MadagascarA book matched pair, these black and tan petrified wood slices from Madagascar display a rare color combination. Madagascar produces a wide variety of colors in its Triassic petrified wood. Measures 16 1/2 x 22 x 3/4in$2,000 - 2,500

1366large Polished Petrified wood tree sCulPtureIndeterminate speciesMioceneIndonesiaIt is rare to find Indonesian petrified wood specimens as large as this example that exhibit intact branches. This very sculptural specimen, softly polished-to-form, displays beautifully preserved branches and gorgeous cream coloration with black portions. In comparison to petrified wood from deciduous trees, growth rings are generally less developed in petrified wood from this locality; this is due to the lack of seasons in the tropical Miocene climate of Indonesia. Measures 62 x 15 x 10in$6,000 - 8,000

1367massive Petrified wood taBleAraucarioxylon ArizonicumTriassicArizonaA mirror polished, very large petrified wood tabletop on custom base. A superb interior design piece. Measures 120 x 31 1/2 x20 1/2in$25,000 - 30,000

1368Pair of arizona Petrified wood end taBles on standsAraucarioxylon ArizonicumTriassicArizonaA fine pair of square Arizona petrified wood slices set as end tables on stands, harvested from a private ranch next to Petrified Forest National Park. Traditional color zoning is found on this highly agatized wood from the Triassic. Measures 18 x 18in$3,000 - 3,500

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1369Petrified wood taBle with steel BaseIndeterminate speciesMioceneIndonesiaDisplaying natural edges, which have been softly hand polished-to-form, a generously sized slab of Indonesian petrified wood boasts beautiful patterning of predominant blacks with cream tones. A hand-brushed steel base of contemporary design elegantly serves to purpose the piece as a table. Measures 51 x 19 x 18in$5,500 - 7,000

1370Petrified wood BenCh with steel BaseIndeterminate speciesMioceneIndonesiaA natural edge, displaying preserved bark, distinguishes this sliced section of Indonesian petrified wood, which has been artistically purposed as a bench. Preserved bark is rarely seen in Indonesian petrified wood as Miocene conditions produced a great deal of decay prior to fossilization. Soft neutral cream and gray tones make this a versatile interior design piece. A hand-brushed steel base of sleek contemporary design completes this unique piece. Measures 64 x 14 x 18in$5,000 - 6,500

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1371magnifiCent fossil turtle – framed muralTrionyx sp. , Cockerellites liops, Diplomystus dentatus, Knightia eocaenaEoceneGreen River Formation, WyomingFossil turtles from the Eocene sediments of Southwestern Wyoming are rare and are highly prized by collectors. The present awe-inspiring specimen is preserved with seven fossil fish representing three species which would have lived in the same prehistoric lake as this imposing individual. The surface texture and tonal variation of the limestone matrix produce an exceptionally dramatic presentation. Framed in tropical walnut and fitted with a cleat system for wall display. Measures 79 x 59in$65,000 - 80,000

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1372multiPle fish mortality muralKnightia eocaena, Priscacara serrata, Diplomystus dentatusEoceneGreen River Formation, WyomingThe mystery behind mass mortality plaques such as this, from the prehistoric lake system known as the Green River Formation, may lie in a sudden temperature inversion of the lake’s waters or the presence of choking silt caused by landslide or earthquake. What is certainly known is that countless individuals were killed simultaneously in a cataclysmic natural event, which took place during the Eocene. The present aesthetically appealing mural is one of the finest examples to have been offered at auction. Measures 92 x 36in$10,000 - 12,000

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1373large eoCene Predatory fishPhareodus encaustus EoceneGreen River Formation, WyomingCharacterized as an apex predator among the fish species in the prehistoric lake system known as the Green River Formation, Phareodus possessed countless needle-like teeth similar to those of the modern-day piranha. Phareodus is considered a rare fish species in this locality. The present specimen is an excellent, beautifully prepared example. Framed in tropical walnut and fitted with a cleat system for ease of wall display. Measures 22 1/2 x 33 1/2 x 2 1/2in$3,000 - 4,000

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1374fossil PalmSabalities sp., Phareodus testisEocene Green River Formation, WyomingFrom the famed fossil lagerstatte in Wyoming comes a marvelous palm frond originating in the 18-inch layer of these 51-million-year-old sediments, with a predatory fish, Phareodus testis, in the same matrix. Fossil palms from the Green River Formation are coveted for their beauty and rarity. The present specimen is presented in an unusual, almost square composition, making it unique among these iconic representatives of the subtropical Eocene environment from the area that is now Southwestern Wyoming. Custom framed in walnut and fitted with a cleat for ease of wall display. Measures 72 x 62in$32,000 - 42,000


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1375german sea lilySeirocrinus subangularisEarly JurassicHolzmaden, GermanyDuring the Jurassic Age, in the area now known as Germany, tropical reef islands dotted a warm shallow sea. Of the marine life that thrived during this period, the crinoid, or sea lily, is one of least recognizable to the human eye. In appearance, it is plant-like; yet, these were animals, which attached themselves to pieces of driftwood and passively sifted food from the tropical ocean waters with their blossom-like calyxes. The sea lily is arguably the most beautiful and decorative species from the classic black shales of Holzmaden. The present specimen is excellently preserved, seen attached to the driftwood as it existed in life, in the rich black matrix of its locality. Measures 63 x 33in; Calyx 16in diameter$40,000 - 50,000

1376rare german CoelaCanthHolophagus penicillatus JurassicSolnhofen, Eichstatt, GermanyPresented is a fine example of an extremely rare fossil fish. This species is highly sought after by collectors and scientists alike. The specimen is remarkably well preserved, without any restoration. Primitive in appearance, the Coelacanth was thought to have become extinct with the dinosaurs. However, two Coelacanth species – living fossils – have been found off the east coast of Africa and off Sulawesi, Indonesia. Specimen measures 13 1/2in$45,000 - 55,000

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1377natural CretaCeous sea assemBlageEuripholis, Rhinobatos maronita, Nematonotus longispinus, PseudastacusCenomanian, Late CretaceousByblos, LebanonThis spectacular natural assemblage exhibits a variety of fossils representing the diversity of species found in this amazing Cretaceous locality in Lebanon. At the time when the dinosaurs ruled the landmasses, these species flourished in the sea. All of the present specimens are natural to the stone and prepared without any restoration. Specimen measures 18in; matrix measures 15 x 27in$11,000 - 12,500

1378triassiC fossil fishColobodus sp.Late TriassicSalzburg, AustriaThis fossil fish specimen was discovered at a site - now closed to collecting - that the ancient Romans quarried approximately 2,000 years ago in their search for certain colored marbles for their mosaics. The site was then forgotten until excavation resumed at the beginning of the 20th century to extract oil for medical purposes. Eventually, Triassic fish were discovered and one scientific publication on the topic was published. Later, in the late 1980’s, a road construction project exposed the Triassic layers once again. Twenty years later local collectors were allowed to collect at the site. The present specimen represents an opportunity to possess an interesting species from a closed locality with an historic past. Specimen measures 15in; matrix measures 9 1/2 x 19 1/2in$5,500 - 6,500

1379moonfishGyrodus circularis Late JurassicMalm Zeta2, Solnhofen, GermanyFound in the Malm Zeta2 layer of the famous Solnhofen locality, this specimen displays well-preserved rounded teeth with which it was able to feed on crustaceans such as clams and snails, and possibly even corals.Specimen measures 7 1/2in; matrix measures 13 x 18in$7,000 - 8,000

1380BaBy marine rePtileIchthyosaurus sp.Early JurassicPoseidon Shale, Holzmaden, GermanySuperb articulation and fine preservation distinguish this baby ichthyosaur from the famous Poseidon Shale near Holzmaden, Germany.

Preparation of fossils from this locality is particularly labor intensive. Because the densities of the fossil material and the matrix are so similar, lab technicians must exercise great care when removing the matrix.

Ichthyosaurs are important in the field of evolutionary biology. Their fossils help demonstrate vertebrate adaptation from aquatic origins to terrestrial life and back to aquatic existence over millions of years. Of all known reptiles, ichthyosaurs were most completely adapted to their environment, filling the same ecological niche as today’s dolphin. An Ichthyosaurus was the first complete fossil to be discovered, in the early 19th century, by Mary Anning in England. Popular imagination regarding prehistoric sea creatures was subsequently ignited by works such as Jules Verne’s Journey to the Center of the Earth, in which an ichthyosaur, greatly exaggerated in size, fights a winning battle with a plesiosaur. Though initially thought to lay eggs on land, fossil evidence shows that these marine reptiles gave birth to live young. Specimen length measures 37 1/2in; matrix measures 17 1/2 x 47 1/2in$40,000 - 50,000

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1381distinCtive Pair of mosaiC fish muralsDiplomystus dentatus, Cockerellites liops, Knightia eocaenaEoceneGreen River Formation, WyomingA unique and beautiful set of murals composed of limestone plates with naturally occurring fossil fishes from the famed Green River Formation. Elegant composition of specimens of varied species within the tiles makes this a noteworthy pair. The murals may be displayed as one presentation, as shown, or separated. Each is fitted with a cleat system for ease of wall display. Each mural measures 66 x 30in (2)$5,000 - 6,500

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1382triPle fish muralMioplosus labracoides, Notogoneus osculus, Diplomystus dentatus EoceneGreen River Formation, WyomingA unique and interesting horizontal mural exhibiting three species of large Eocene fishes that lived together in an ancient 51-million-year-old freshwater lake in what today is Southwestern Wyoming. The mural is framed in tropical walnut and fitted with a cleat system for ease in wall display. Measures 13 x 83in$3,000 - 4,000

1383Palm frond with three fishSabalities sp., Priscacara EoceneGreen River Formation, WyomingThe alluring warm tones of both matrix and specimens, and the composition of the three fish, combine to produce an extraordinarily aesthetic presentation in this palm frond plate from the famed Green River Formation. The delicacy of the palm leaves conveys the rarity of fossil flora from this locality; cellulose decays far more rapidly than bone; therefore, fossilized leaf specimens are rare finds. A spectacular example. Measures 48 x 72in$25,000 - 30,000

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1384rare Permian amPhiBianSclerocephalus sp.PermianPfalz, Southwest GermanyFrom an old German collection, this 280-million-year-old amphibian was recovered many years ago from a locality that has long been closed to collecting. Its magnificent preservation in matrix includes significant signs of rare soft tissue preservation, an amazing attribute. The unusual ventral presentation (belly upward) permits an interesting view of the ventral portion of the skull, which exhibits fine detail. Since the locality was closed to collecting, examples of this kind have become increasingly rare. When they do become available, they are generally partial or poorly preserved examples. The present spectacular specimen is in its natural matrix. All limbs are visible. Finger digits, ribs and vertebrae are seen. This unusual piece would distinguish any vertebrate collection. Matrix measures 40 x 20 1/2in; Specimen measures 34 3/4in from tip of snout, along vertebrae to end of tail$18,000 - 20,000

1385two dragonfly sPeCimens – Part and CounterPartCymatophlebia longialata Upper JurassicMalm Zeta2, Solnhofen, GermanyA fine example of a Jurassic dragonfly is preserved as both positive and negative. Specimen measures 5 1/4 x 3 1/2in; matrix measures 9 x 9in$2,000 - 2,500

1386asPidorhynChus (Pike)Aspidorhynchus acutirostrisLate JurassicMalm Zeta2, Solnhofen, GermanyAspidorhynchus is an extinct genus of ray-finned fish which lived during the Jurassic and Cretaceous Periods of Europe and Antarctica. The present well-preserved specimen displays the characteristic long, slender bodyline, which would indicate the capacity for speed in life. Measures 30 x 27in$4,200 - 5,000

1387german Crinoid grouPingEncrinus lilliformisMiddle TriassicGermanyA superb group of Triassic crinoids, of similar size, naturally occurring together with all of their crowns closed. Measures 19 1/2 x 14in$4,000 - 5,000

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1388historiC fossil garfishMasillosteus janeaeEoceneGreen River Formation, WyomingThis large fossil garfish appears to have been excavated by one of the early collectors in the Green River Formation of Southwest Wyoming. As seen in the primitive restoration of the caudal, dorsal and anal fins of this specimen, poor restoration by modern standards indicates preparation by an early commercial collector. No modern equipment was used to clean the skull and scales. They appear to have been hand prepared, possibly with a penknife. A brass nameplate engraved Fossil Gar Fish 40 Million Years Old has been fixed to the matrix. Specimen measures 40in$2,000 - 3,000

1389guitarfishRhinobatos maronitaCenomanian, Late CretaceousByblos, LebanonRhinobatos maronita is the only long-nosed species of its genus. It is characterized by its slender form and its fairly long, pointed nose, by the weak lateral development of its pectoral fins, cartilaginous rays, and by its long, narrow pelvic fins. Although the thorn-like scales are somewhat similar to those of other species, the dorsal scales, above the pelvic fins, differ in that their shape is wider than it is long. The genus Rhinobatos still exists in our seas, in the tropical and hot temperate regions, and includes about thirty species. Specimen measures 22in; matrix measures 13 x 27in$6,000 - 8,000

1390sPeCtaCular fossil BowfinAmia pattersoniEocene Green River Formation, WyomingA rare find from the Green River Formation in Wyoming, renowned for its beautifully preserved fossil fishes, this spectacular specimen exhibits a mouth full of teeth with fine fin definition. The body is covered with overlapping large scales. The color of the specimen indicates that it was found in the F-2 Horizon of the Fossil Lake sediments near Kemmerer, Wyoming. The Amia are related to modern freshwater dogfish. They were bottom feeders and scavengers. Measures 32 1/2in$22,000 - 28,000

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1391extinCt fossil sawfishLibanopristis hiramCenomanian, Late CretaceousByblos, LebanonThe sawfish, exemplified by the present Libanopristis hiram specimen, have a snout stretching into a rostrum laterally holding small teeth. The pectoral fins, well developed, join the rostrum and the head is not individualized from the body. This family, which is not directly related to the present day sawfish, is localized in the Cretaceous; no recent relatives exist. Along with the dinosaurs, Libanopristis disappeared at the end of the Cretaceous. Specimen measures 9 1/2 x 27in; matrix measures 14 1/4 x 30in$7,000 - 8,500

1392shark Part and CounterPartScyliorhinus Cenomanian, Late CretaceousByblos, LebanonA fortuitous cleaving of a single shark specimen in its prehistoric sedimentary matrix produced this intriguing positive/negative presentation. Because sharks’ skeletons are cartilaginous and, therefore, decay more rapidly than bone, fossilized shark skeletons are rarely found. In the present fascinating specimen, naturally formed dendrites outline the original bodyline of the shark. Measures 5 x 13in$3,000 - 3,500

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1393oBsidian skull CarvingMexicoMeticulously carved of rainbow obsidian, this finely polished art piece imparts a realistic impression of a human skull. Measures 10 x 8 x 6in$2,000 - 3,000

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1394fossilized IrIsh elk Carving of a skullMegaloceros giganteusLate PleistoceneArnhem, HollandUnlike most Ice Age fossils, which are still largely organic, the antler from which this carving is made is completely petrified in a solid form, which allows the detailed carving and superb high polish seen in this unique work. The fossil from which this carving was made was discovered in a quarry near the Dutch town of Arnhem near the German border, famous from the military action dramatized in the film, “A Bridge Too Far.” Megaloceros was one of the largest deer that ever lived, standing up to 6.9 feet (2.1 meters) at the shoulders. Its antlers are the largest of any known cervid, growing up to 12 feet (3.65 meters) from tip to tip. Measures 3 1/4 x 2 1/2 x 2 1/4in$2,200 - 2,800

1395Bluestone Carving of a skullPreseli Hills, Pembrokeshire, EnglandFrom the same source of British bluestone from which the inner stone circle of Stonehenge was produced, the stone of this unique skull carving imparts an almost mystical presence. The unusual spotted dolerite originates from the Preseli Hills, the only locality in Britain in which bluestone is found. It is believed that the huge Stonehenge bluestones were dragged all the way from Wales to Wiltshire because of the healing and sacred powers that the Druids attached to them. The present example has been expertly carved to a skull form. Measures 6 1/4 x 4 1/2 x 4in$4,000 - 5,000

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1396pan asTgIfl -fossil walrus Bone skull CarvingSaint Laurence Island, AlaskaCarved from the fossilized mandible (jawbone) of a juvenile prehistoric walrus dated at approximately 20,000 years, this extraordinary skull-form sculpture displays the superb artistry of a masterwork. Inspired by Pan, the ancient Greek god of nature, fertility and music, the meticulous detail invites the viewer to ever-closer inspection. Saint Laurence Island is one of the few localities where walrus fossils are found. Walruses are marine animals which live and die on the shores of polar seas, at sea and on the pack ice. Walrus fossils are sometimes associated with ancient Inuit settlements. Measures 5 x 3 7/8 x 2 3/4in$5,000 - 6,500

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artists’ BiograPhies and index

luis alBerto quisPe aPariCioLuis Alberto Quispe Aparicio follows a second-generation family tradition, begun by his father, in the creation of objets d’art.

An engineer by profession, he grew up surrounded by artwork, sculptures, gemstones and minerals from around the world. Artists, master carvers and jewelers continuously visited and worked at their family studio in Lima, Peru during his formative years. Having recently spent a year in Paris specializing in the study of luxury goods, he now travels the world to bring a revolution of designs to their studio. Inspired by life experiences and nature following various visits to Africa, he has produced a “Wildlife Collection”. Equally new to his body of work are Racing Car models, hand-made to scale in gemstones and gold. All of his works merge sculpting techniques with those of jewelry fabrication, and it is their unusual design work that separates them from traditional carving from Europe.

Today, although his family travels around the world searching for the rarest gemstones to incorporate into their work, their studio specializes in carving ruby. The second hardest mineral after diamond, few artists have managed to successfully work with ruby since it requires a very advanced technique for both carving and polishing involving two or three times as many tools and time as other materials. His works are displayed in museums in the United States and Europe and enjoyed by private collectors around the world. 1106-1110

sylvia quisPe aPariCioSylvia Quispe Aparicio is a gemologist, and a jewelry and gemstone designer based in the Canton of Zug, Switzerland. A second-generation designer, her family’s story began in 1968 in Lima, Peru. Here, Vicente and Norka Quispe, Sylvia’s parents, founded an atelier dedicated to the creation of objets d’art made of unusual gemstones from around the world. Here Sylvia, together with her brother Luis Alberto, a renowned lapidary artist, grew up surrounded by an environment of artwork. Sylvia and Luis Alberto’s early exposure to the shapes, colors, and beauty of these gemstones, ignited in the siblings an intense curiosity for them. Hence, after many years of learning the craft of working with gemstones in her parent’s workshop, Sylvia relocated to Idar-Oberstein, Germany, where she further developed and mastered the complex techniques required to achieve excellence in this art form. Sylvia’s passion for gemstones has sent her on a quest all over the world to find the most unique and beautiful gems Mother Nature has to offer. Nature is one of Sylvia’s main sources of inspiration and she is committed to working with gemstones that have been obtained in an ethical, responsible, and environmentally conscious manner. Her designs have a wide following and can be found in private collections in such far-flung places as Switzerland, France, Great Britain, Germany, United States, Hong Kong and China.1104, 1105

eBerhardt BankBorn on April 12, 1953, Bank’s work follows in the traditions of the famous gem- cutting city of Idar-Oberstein. Following school, he spent three and a half years apprenticing as a gem cutter, qualifying as a journeyman by 1972. He received his Master Craftsman certification from the Gem School in Idar in 1983 and opened his own studio by 1985. His work has been internationally exhibited in Japan, Bahrain, Canada, the U.S., Switzerland, England and Germany.1035-1037, 1039, 1040, 1057

manfred gettman Manfred Gettman, owner of the firm Robert Juchem, is presently in his early 70s and is no longer carving. Now in its third generation, hand-made art objects and especially animal figures made from precious stones have been created in the atelier of Robert Juchem for over 60 years. Precious mineral specimens and rough imported principally from Brazil, Chile, Argentina, South Africa, Afghanistan, India and Eastern Europe are carefully selected for the natural characteristics in creating one-of-a-kind carvings1057, 1059

roBert JuChemFor over 60 years the firm of Robert Juchem has been known as one of the best in Idar-Oberstein for retailing hand-carved animal sculptures, human figures, flowers studies and objets d´arts made of gemstones. Now in their third generation, they specialize in showcasing one-of-a-kind sculptures in their studio, based on the uniqueness of the gemstones. The works they have sold over the years grace museum, gallery and private collections around the world. 1022, 1026, 1053, 1065-1072

gerd moser Born on August 18th, 1950 in the village of Herrstein near to Idar-Oberstein, Germany. He began his education as a gemstone carver in 1965 and finished as a Master Gemstone carver in 1973. Founding his own company in 1976, together with his wife, Edith Moser and his son Sebastian Moser, they have built a successful and prosperous carving business which still exists today. They create outstanding one-of-a kind gemstone masterpieces.1061-1063

Peter muellerPeter Mueller was born in 1952 near Luzern, Switzerland. Following professional training in international banking he commenced a brilliant career in that field only to later be lured by the appeal of international travel—which lead him to live in Brazil in 1979. A chance encounter with a Brazilian carver of birds in 1984 inspired him to change his life’s work. He established a workshop in semi-precious stone carvings that same year.

His works are rich in unexpected beauty and surprising details. Naturally, no two carvings are identical. They are life-like reproductions of birds from the tropics and the Northern Hemisphere, hand-fabricated from natural colored precious stones from all over the world. The bases are hand-picked by Peter from several tons of rough, including Brazilian tourmalines and quartzes from eleven different mines, as well as many other rare minerals from his adopted country.

Familiar with the work of Idar-Oberstein carvers since his childhood, Peter has made annual trips there over the last thirty years to learn new carving techniques. These skills are then imparted to his crew of carvers in Brazil, now considered to be the best trained craftsmen in that country. Peter Mueller’s lapidary work has been the subject of a number of articles including: Rock and Gem Magazine, May 2000 and Wildlife Art Magazine, March/April 2002. 1097-1103

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heidi nilgesBorn near Idar-Oberstein in the village of Mörschied, Germany, Heidi Nilges apprenticed as a carver of precious stones in the atelier of her father, Erich Klos. Joining his firm after completing her studies in 1981, she continued working in the gem carving profession until 1994 and subsequently completed her diploma at the Advanced Technical College of Gemstone Carving in Idar-Oberstein. Her work has garnered numerous prizes at European jewelry fairs and in Idar-Oberstein.1060

ChristoPher sChmidtIdar-Oberstein lapidary artist, Christoph Schmitt, born in 1956, completed his apprenticeship for gemstone carving after spending four years with Robert Juchem in the German village of Niederwörresbach. He attended the renowned Masterschool for Gem Carvers in Idar-Oberstein between 1992-1994 and began working as a Master Carver in the workshop of Robert Juchem after 1994. 1022

georg wildThe name of Wild has a long history in the Idar-Oberstein lapidary field. The art of carving and engraving has been practiced in this family for over one hundred years. In 1839, one member of the family went to Paris to learn the art of cameo cutting. Another, Johann Karl Wild IX, worked in St. Petersburg as a jeweler and engraver in the Fabergé workshops in Czarist Russia. Upon returning to Idar-Oberstein he founded his own enterprise from which sprang the firm of Georg O. Wild.

Georg O. Wild was born in Idar-Oberstein on January 22, 1894. Inheriting his father’s talent for engraving, cameo cutting and carving stones he started his own firm in 1921. Large numbers of his sculptures are now exhibited in the Idar-Oberstein museum and in various museums across the United States. Not only was he a gemstone carver, his gemological knowledge was equally considerable. He founded the German Gemological Association in 1932 and around the same time established the Gewerbehalle, Edelstein Institut today part of the University of Mainz, Germany’s equivalent of the Gemological Institute.

In the United States he became particularly well known for creating reproductions of Audubon birds in semi-precious stones. In France he executed some commissions in behalf of artist Georges Braque. Much of the carving of his animal figures was done by Wild himself, others by his assistants working in his atelier directly under his guidance. He died on November 23, 1975 at the age of 81. His business is now continued by his son, Klaus Eberhard Wild and by Manfred Weichel, his collaborator during his final years. 1002, 1038, 1043, 1045, 1048, 1053, 1054

manfred wildBorn in 1944, Manfred Wild, an eighth-generation gem cutter, is one of the most renowned lapidary artists to emerge from Idar-Oberstein. At the age of twenty, during an apprenticeship with a gemstone merchant, he began his well-rounded educational journey in the areas of fine art, gemstone cutting, engraving and goldsmithing.

Working in a family tradition of stone cutters established in 1630, Manfred Wild is one of the world’s most famous creators of objets d’arts. He is best known for his virtuoso work in rare, precious and semi-precious materials carved as perfume bottles, animals, whimsical figures, flower studies, enameled eggs with concealed “surprises”, cameos, chalices and objets de fantaisie made of precious stones, gold and silver.

It is helpful, of course, to understand Wild’s work within the greater context of 19th and 20th Century Decorative and Jewelry Arts. In addition to the influence of his own family and town, Mr. Wild follows the traditions established by René Lalique and Peter Carl Fabergé (Russian jeweler, 1846-1920) and a great number of parallels can be seen in their work. Fabergé had begun a new era in the Jewelry Arts. Prior to him, many jewelers felt the value of jewelry was intrinsic, based upon the stones (particularly diamonds) and precious metals. The artistic creativity and superior craftsmanship introduced by Fabergé made such objects transcend their “break value”. Fabergé also used a number of decorative techniques attributable to French 18th Century goldsmiths, e.g. the art of guilloché, a surface treatment of metal that could make waved lines or striations in the design, either performed by machine or by hand. Atop the guilloché decoration was a translucent enameling that required the application of several coats and the “firing” of the object in an oven after each layer, a very labor-intensive technique. The limited palette of enamels used in the 19th century was expanded upon by Fabergé who, after much experimentation, arrived at over 140 shades. He also used natural stones often found in his local area or native to Russia, e.g. jasper, agate, rhodonite, bowenite and nephrite. Often his use of precious stones, including sapphires, rubies and emeralds was in an understated way, only for accents, and even then were used en cabochon. Diamonds, if used, were typically rose-cut. So many of the aforementioned decorative elements are seen the work of Wild even as they appear in the examples on these pages. When India Early Minshall, a wealthy collector of Fabergé who purchased an egg in 1944, stated “Fabergé was called the Benvenuto Cellini of the North, but I do not think any jeweler can ever be compared to him”—She could not know that someday the work of Manfred Wild would rival the work of the great Russian jeweler...”

Mr. Wild’s works are displayed in museums throughout the world including: The German Gemstone Museum in Idar-Oberstein, The Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C., The Harvard Museum in Boston, The Carnegie Museum in Pittsburgh and The Iksan Jewellery Museum in Korea, as well as extensive private collections in Japan, Europe, the Middle East, and the United States of America. 1001, 1003-1021, 1023-1025, 1027-1029, 1052, 1059, 1064, 1126

alfred zimmermanOne of the most renowned lapidary artists of the last several decades, Zimmerman is a member of an Idar-Oberstein family of gemstone carvers. Originally an apprentice of Gerd Dreher, Alfred Zimmerman is also known for working in the “Fabergé” tradition. Zimmerman’s frequent subjects are either soldiers or peasants in folkloric attire but he is well known for animal carvings of transparent crystalline minerals.1030-1032, 1033


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