Natural History: Fossils & Minerals
Discover our hand-picked collection of spectacular mineral specimens, rare fossils and museum pieces. Whether you’re a collector or an interior designer, these unique items are showstoppers, designed to draw attention in any setting.
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Large Fossilised Limestone Ammonite
Stock No.33820£2,375.00 Add to basketA large-scale fossilised limestone ammonite (130+ million years old), presented on one of our large, museum quality, painted plaster display plinths. Ex. private collection of Gordon Walkden. Sourced from Worth Quarry, Swanage, this impressive ammonite fossil has a distinctive coiled shape with subtle ridges indicative of what once were the septa (walls) between its inner -
Large Jurassic Ammonite Fossil
Stock No.33818£2,475.00 Add to basketA large-scale Jurassic ammonite fossil from Yarborough or Crosby Warren, Lincolnshire. Ex. private collection of Gordon Walkden. Dating from the Jurassic period (145 million years ago), this large ammonite fossil has a deep, burnished brown colour with a distinctly coiled shape, which is particularly pronounced at the centre. Look closely and you’ll observe highlights of -
Natural Dogtooth Calcite Crystal
Stock No.33816£675.00 Add to basketA small cabinet natural dogtooth calcite specimen from Joplin Field, Sri-State, Jasper County, Missouri, USA. Ex. private collection. Formed over millions of years, this natural calcite specimen showcases spectacular scalenohedral crystals – also known as dogtooth spar – and has a light coloured, almost translucent quality. This superb mineral specimen is for sale with one -
Realgar Orpiment Mineral Specimen
Stock No.33808£845.00 Add to basketA striking red realgar orpiment mineral cabinet specimen from Palomo Mine, Castrouirreina Provence, Peru (now closed), ex. private collection. This stunning specimen is made up of two very similar minerals: orpiment and realgar. The realgar provides a brilliant red colour while the orpiment showcases a yellow-orange hue, both of which were used in ancient eras -
Dogtooth Calcite Specimen Cluster
Stock No.33810£775.00 Add to basketA superb small cabinet dogtooth calcite cluster specimen from Chihuahua, Mexico. Ex. private collection. This natural calcite specimen is an excellent example of the dogtooth variety. The light, cream-coloured scalenohedral crystals – also known as dogtooth spar – have been brilliantly formed into defined points over millions of years. Presented on one of our medium -
Large Natural Tropaeum Ammonite Fossil
Stock No.33674£3,275.00 Add to basketA superb naturally occurring tropaeum ammonite fossil originating from Whale Chine, Chale Bay, Isle of Wight, mounted on one of our exclusive large display plinths. Dating from the early cretaceous period (145 – 100 million years ago), this large ammonite fossil catches the eye with its deep protruding ridges and distinct, partly uncoiled, coil; traits -
Polished Labradorite Freeform
Stock No.33652£1,875.00 Add to basketA striking polished labradorite freeform sourced from Madagascar, naturally formed over thousands of years. Characterised by its iridescent colours, principally blue, this high grade labradorite is a stunning natural mineral specimen, the lustrous colours fluctuating as it is observed from different angles. It is freestanding, making a striking sculptural piece for an interior, with a -
Prehistoric Fossil Fish Specimen
Stock No.33670£1,945.00 Add to basketThis rare fossil of a prehistoric fish is an impressive specimen originating from Brazil, preserved by time over millions of years. Mounted on a metal bracket with complementary stone base, it is a fantastic interior display piece, showcasing the anatomy of this impressive historic creature in intricate detail: from the fine bones of the head -
Collection of Large Mounted Native Copper & Silver Specimens
Stock No.33598£1,875.00 Add to basketA decorative group of 6 large mounted natural native, copper and silver specimens displayed on our small painted plaster bases. Ex. British collection, this superb group includes native silver from Imider Mine in Morocco, one of the largest mines on the African continent, and native copper from Keweenaw, USA – also known as “Copper County” -
Large Natural Silky Fibrous Malachite Specimen
Stock No.33580£1,775.00 Add to basketA large natural silky fibrous malachite originating from Congo. Silky Malachite, which is a copper ore, is known for its rosette crystalline formation, and are often sparkling in appearance. This exceptional mineral has a striking form that has been moulded by nature over thousands of years. It showcases a rich green colour with areas of -
Natural Ammonite Death Bed Specimen
Stock No.33578£1,175.00 Add to basketA natural ammonite death bed mounted on a wooden and steel stand, originating from Schlaifhausen near Forchheim, Germany. Once a living creature, this ammonite has developed its array of shaped fossils over millions of years of compression, transforming into a striking piece. It would certainly make a stunning new display or decorative piece for any -
Natural Pink Botryoidal Smithsonite Specimen
Stock No.33590£1,275.00 Add to basketTo find a natural smithsonite specimen of this size and vibrant pink-lavender colour is a very rare find. Once forming part of a private UK collection, this striking specimen originates from El Refugio Mine, Sinaloa, Mexico (mine closed in 2010) and comes presented on one of our medium painted plaster bases. Prized for its vibrant -
Collection of Amethyst, Celestite & Limonite Quartz Specimens
Stock No.33574£2,375.00 Add to basketA beautiful collection of three large cabinet mineral specimens including amethyst, blue celestite and limonite quartz presented on our medium painted plaster bases. Together, these specimens form a vibrant collection for display, showcasing beautiful colours and shapes formed by nature over millions of years. More details on the individual specimens below: A: Limonite Quartz plate -
Natural Lapis Lazuli Plate Specimen
Stock No.33554£1,895.00 Add to basketA natural Lapis lazuli specimen of a plate-like form. Also known as lazurite, this raw mineral originates from Afghanistan. It is quite eye-catching as it showcases a bright vivid blue colour. It would certainly make for an impressive display piece in any home, or in a collectors cabinet. Distinct crystals were thought to be very -
Collection of Large Mounted Natural Coral Specimens
Stock No.33548£1,875.00 Add to basketA decorative group of large mounted natural coral specimens displayed on our medium painted plaster plinths for display. Included in the collection is red pipe organ coral, acropora coral and lettuce coral. Formed by nature over hundreds of years, these coral specimens showcase a spectacular range of natural formations, beautiful textures and rich tones, making -
Illinois Pyrite Suns on a Matrix
Stock No.33546£2,875.00 Add to basketA spectacular, naturally formed arrangement of three pyrite suns on a matrix sourced from Illinois, North America. Also known as sand dollars, these minerals have a flat, disk-like shape and bright metallic lustre formed by immense pressure over millions of years. While some individual pyrite suns are later mounted onto a matrix, these sand dollars -
Large Natural Chalcedony Plate Specimen
Stock No.33540£1,775.00 Add to basketA large natural Chalcedony plate specimen originating from Madagascar. Chalcedony, from the Latin Chalcedonian, is a compact variety of microcrystalline quartz. This striking mineral is composed of microscopic fibres which is white when pure. Its beautiful crystals and scale would make a stunning new display piece inside any home, or collectors cabinet. More on Chalcedony -
Pair of Polished Cut Ammonites with Crystalline Chambers
Stock No.33528£1,795.00 Add to basketA pair of cut and polished ammonites with crystalline chambers originating from Madagascar. Once living creatures, these ammonites have developed their flowing colours and patterns displayed in their chambers over millions of years of compression, transforming into striking gemstones. More on Ammonite/s Ammonites from Madagascar tend to be Triassic to Cretaceous in age, with several -
Large Natural Apophyllite Specimen
Stock No.33512£1,375.00 Add to basketA large natural apophyllite specimen with zeolite crystals originating from India. Apophyllite is a striking group of crystals that come in a variation of colours, shape, and structure; with their incredible diversity, they make perfect additions to any mineral collection. This exceptional mineral has a striking plate like form that has been moulded by nature -
Large Natural Amethyst Plate Specimen
Stock No.33510£1,575.00 Add to basketA large scale natural amethyst specimen originating from Brazil. Crystals from Brazil are most often found as radiating masses, with individual crystals appearing as pyramids. This exceptional mineral has a striking plate like form that has been moulded by nature over thousands of years. It showcases a rich purple colour with white calcite crystals. This -
Antique 19th Century Giant Clam Shell
Stock No.35202£1,845.00 Add to basketAn antique 19th century giant clam shell. Also known by its Latin name Tridacna gigas, this clam is of a large scale and has a smooth clean finish. It could be used externally, perhaps as a water feature, or internally as a basin in a home. Alternatively, it would look stunning on display due to