Other Items
| Amber or Copal?? |
| The three fossilized tree resin samples below contain insects. We purchased them as Amber, but if the material
is not old enough, one typically calls it copal. However, it can still be extremely old - many experts in the field
feel that some amber is being mislabled as copal, and that amber isn't found in Columbia or is a rare commodity. The best
way would be to determine which species of insects are contained within these samples and how old 'they' may be.
To quote one expert, "To call the Colombian material anything other than amber is a misnomer!". Read more about the amber
vs. copal debate on the following link; another link exists that indicates the authors credentials and background:
Amber vs. Copal Debate
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| Columbian Fossilized Resin with Insects - Professional Brass Stands Accompany Sale |
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Columbian Amber with what appears to be a bee and other insects.
With 5" Brass Stand!
(aei-18-03) $575
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Columbian Fossilzed Tree Resin with what appears to be a species of fly.
Note the compound eye and detail that can be seen.
With 5" Brass Stand!
(aei-18-02) $625
SOLD! |
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Columbian Fossilzed Tree Resin with Numerous Very Detailed Insects.
With 6" Brass Stand!
(aei-18-01) $725
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| Wonderful meteorite slice showing incredible etching, origin is Russia (Seymchan).
Tanzanite rounds in two opposing corners. An interesting piece for jewelry design, a curio cabinet, collection, etc.
Very Unique and probably not to be found elsewhere. (panmt-18-01) $450 |
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Meteorite Slice weighing 198+gr. Origin is the 1967 Seymchan Meteorite in Russian. Beautiful natural
etching and both sides are possible for display, which is not the norm. Price way below what the Russians have
been asking for similar material; they typically also slice the meteorite into much thinner sections vs. this one
which is fairly thick. (mf-18-01) $1,000 SOLD!
We have seen Russian companies in Tucson selling similar material at $15/gr, therefore, this would be about $2,970. |
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| Seymchan Meteorite (Russia, 1967) - unique in that this meteorite was not sliced up in its entirety, but a slice
was made to show the wonderfully beautiful natural metallic crystal structure, leaving the original surface of the meteorite
alone and intact. Super piece due to both the exposed surface and natural surface; would be a show stopper for a collection,
displayed on a desk or in a curio cabinet. Weighs over 261 grams. At wholesale Russian prices per gram as seen in Tucson,
this would sell for $3,900+ and that would be for a slice and not an intact section of the original meteorite surface.
(mf-18-02) $1,975 |
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| Russian Mineral Slab most likely from the Ural Mountains, measuring approximately 7-5/8"x5-3/8" - with
the frame measuring 10-3/4"x8-1/2". Aesthetically beautiful and entirely natural. Note the incredible symmetry
which seems almost too perfect to have been created by nature! This contains Azurite (blue) and some Malachite (green),
but the other colors/minerals are currently unknown - the colors blend harmoniously. Excuse the reflections which are present in the photo
due to the high gloss of the slab. If you click on the upper image, a larger image will display. This piece of
natural artistry is housed in a custom cut/joined frame, matte black, with two borders of a reddish color which pick up the
reddish orange in the slab itself - a wonderful marriage of the art and frame! (This piece is ready to hang, having all the hardware/wire
on the back) Truly a piece of art that, if more common and available, perhaps some art galleries would hang on their walls.
This is a piece of natural art that can grace someones home and one doesn't have to worry about the same issues as a standard piece of art on canvas, paper, etc. (minruss-17-01) $900 (West Coast Office Only)
(Note that we saw some slabs from Russia in Tucson (2017) of about the same size, housed in a non-custom inexpensive frame from most likely
a bargain outlet. The colors were more of the blue/green that are common when one indeed finds a 'similar' item but the symmetry and
design was not present. If that particular piece were priced based on retail markups, it would be selling for $1400-$2100. In an email conversation with a well-known
on-line auction house, they estimated this piece would sell for between $1000 - $2000, without the frame.)
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| Ancient Sri Lankan Coin found in the gem pits of Sri Lanka. It has a gold color, but believed to be gold-plated.
To pass on all the current information we have - "found in an old gem pit...There had been several crystals & beads
with a hole inside which they believe are from Mukkaru...Mukkaru is a group of people lived here (Sri Lanka)
several centuries ago...it believes to be from 12th c. A.D." (minco-17-01) $200 |
| Murchie Gold Mining Uncancelled Stock Certificate - 100 shares, dated 1906
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| $250 - Mint Condition; previously priced at far more!... Rare and hard to find uncancelled and in this
condition with all the authorized signatures, gold embossed seal, etc.
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| Iolite Carved Chameleon Weighing 77cts |
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| Chameleon carved out of Madagascar Iolite. Comes with the custom hand-carved base which we have seen selling
for figures of approximately $50. Iolite is trichoic and depending on the orientation of the carving, you will see various colors;
the main color is a light purple to bluish purple, and then the expected grey in some areas when looking from the front
or from the back of the piece. Unique and shows the trichoic properties of Iolite - far more interesting and shows the
skill of the individual who carved it, vs. the cubes of Iolite that one sometimes sees that shows this property.
Large photos showing detail are available upon request. (btree-15-01) $675 (That is less than $10 per carat!) Available from our West Coast Office Only... |
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While in the area of Gold Country in CA about a year ago, we had the good fortune to stumble upon some mining memorabilia, which is
easier said than done, as out west these items are VERY collectible and have high values associated with them.
We purchased 4 crucibles (all that were available) which originated at the McCoy Cinnabar Mine in Nevada. These items are great for a curio cabinet, a shelf, etc. and represent
the long ago wild west where mining was actively producing important minerals and not just precious metals of gold and silver. Cinnabar when heated will produce
mercury, another important product for separating gold as well as everyday items such as thermometers. We are offering the first
crucible for sale. The crucible stands about 4" high and since it was actually used, there are flow lines of flux and other things on the sides, including a few small chips
on the rim which is to be expected. The flow lines make the item more interesting and add character; we turned this area to the camera for the photo. It is surprising that these items have survived,
as they usually broke or were discarded. The estimate of the age is most likely about the 1920 timeframe.
Priced to move at only $100 including shipping and insurance!.
Note - U.S. Shipping Only; Inquire for International Shipping.
McCoy Mine Info
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| THIS IS AN ORIGINAL TOBACCO CADDY LABEL This label was printed during the
1880ís for the intention of being pasted on a crate or barrel of tobacco.
Caddy labels are one of the best examples of early color printing in a large
format. APPROX. SIZE(inches): 6.75 x 13.50 inches APPROX. AGE: 1880-1900
DESCRIPTION: Image of miner holding the famous welcome nugget from Australia.
CONDITION: Mint ORIGIN: Virginia SHIPPER/GROWER:T. C. Williams Co Someone we know
encountered a hoard of Tobacco Labels back in about the 1970s. They were stored
by the printer in a warehouse in the SC area of the US and they printed all kinds
of labels. For those in the jewelery/gemstone trade, the mining ones are of
interest. We have a few of these matted and framed and hanging in our
headquarters office. These are ORIGINAL and from about the 1880's time frame;
believe it was printed using the stone lithography process. Super for framing for
a store, office or home and it is a genuine original label and not a copy! We
have two matted, ramed and hanging in the All That Glitters office! A few years
ago, items like this were selling at $300 at auction (not online, but auctions
houses) - current value unknown. $225 including shipping/insurance.
(Note - U.S. Shipping Only; Inquire for International Shipping.) (tlm-14-01p)
Two Available. |
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| THIS IS AN ORIGINAL TOBACCO CADDY LABEL This label was printed during the
1880ís for the intention of being pasted on a crate or barrel of tobacco.
Caddy labels are one of the best examples of early color printing in a large
format. APPROX. SIZE(inches): 10.75 x 10.75 inches APPROX. AGE: 1880-1900
DESCRIPTION: Image of miner holding the famous welcome nugget from Australia.
CONDITION: Mint ORIGIN: Virginia SHIPPER/GROWER:T. C. Williams Co Someone we know
encountered a hoard of Tobacco Labels back in about the 1970s. They were stored
by the printer in a warehouse in the SC area of the US and they printed all kinds
of labels. For those in the jewelery/gemstone trade, the mining ones are of
interest. We have a few of these matted and framed and hanging in our
headquarters office. These are ORIGINAL and from about the 1880's time frame;
believe it was printed using the stone lithography process. Super for framing for
a store, office or home and it is a genuine original label and not a copy! We
have two matted, ramed and hanging in the All That Glitters office! A few years
ago, items like this were selling at $300 at auction (not online, but auctions
houses) - current value unknown. $225 including shipping/insurance.
(Note - U.S. Shipping Only; Inquire for International Shipping.) (tlm-14-02p)
Two Available. |
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| Carved Butte Opal from Idaho with a pair of Humpback Whales. A
large piece weighing over 140cts. This material was mined in the Blue Mountains,
Morrow County in Oregon. (wcm-14-01) $775 |
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354ct Boule of Color Change YAG from Russia - about 50 years old and most
likely experimental. This changes from a Pink to Lilac to Clear. Unusual and
very much appreciated by those few that saw it in Tucson, including those from
Gemewizard who were shown a similar boule that All That Glitters had at the
time. This material is no longer on the market due to age, etc. You can read
and learn more about this material. (alxb-14-01) No Longer Available
This is the last boule that we have n our possession and the largest
gemstone (faceted from a similar piece) has been photographed and described in
another article published by the Gemological Associate of Great Britain in
their Gems & Jewellery Magazine, Tucson 2014 (Shows and Recent Events),
page 7, "Andrew Fellows FGA DGA discusses the new and interesting featured at
the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show 2014". See the section which refers to this
unique Color Change YAG:
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| Stainless Steel Pendants containing slices of the Gibeon Meterorite (Africa).
The two reddish pieces above have been Rose Gold Plated and the silver colored
one is Silver Plated. On the back is stamped Gibeon Meteorite. Any piece is
$175 and INCLUDES postage via USPS
Priority Box (insured) within the United States. (tms-13-02p) |
| So what is the Gibeon Meteorite? Read about it in Wikipedia - Gibeon
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| A - Amethyst Cactus (vstgm-13-01a) $175 |
| B - Geode Slice similar to the above piece, but not amethyst. We
liked the darker center surrounded by the clear area, which then goes translucent
and terminates in quartz crystals at the edge. (vstgm-13-01b) $175 |
| Amethyst Cactus Slices and Related Slices |
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| Amethyst Cactus from Brasil. $140 each or for a quick sale. All of these pieces have been picked form a large parcel,
and we chose the best. Difficult to find such nice specimens. Make great gifts for the holidays, a collection, or for a jewelry stores case.
If you would like all 15 pieces, contact us for a special price! (vstgm-13-01p) |
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| Fine Example of Eclipse Jasper
weighing 395cts! Note that Eclipse Jasper is the same as Bumblebee Jasper, with a
different pattern. (jnfl-12-02c) $375 |
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| One of a kind Tektite from
China showing what we believe to be a gas bubble that didn't pop before
solidifiying. In our search to learn more about this piece, we discovered one
example that had a bubble that apparently burtst before solidifying, but none
with the protusion frozen in time like this one! Found in Zhanjiang,
Guangdong, China. Weighs 444cts and measures about 2.5 inches in length.
(dai-12-01) $1,275 |
Note: Magnification and bright lighting is required to
photograph gemstones. Some inclusions may be visible
under these circumstances. You are viewing photographs as
if you were using a loupe - not your unaided eye.
Under normal conditions, these inclusions may not be
visible.
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stocknumbers, etc.
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