A Fossilized Wasp or Bee in Amber from the Dominican Republic - approximately 30-40 Million Years Old. This is a well known and sought after locality
where some of the amber found contains insects or vegetation. Nicely preserved with lots of detail. We have done well with similar items at auction, typically
selling for 2 to 4 times the listed price on the All That Glitters website. Clicking on any image will produce a large image of this piece and also displayed here is
one of our previously sold fossilized ambers with a wasp, which sold for $3000. We do have some brass stands left and if you wish to display this specimen, the stands are $65 -
it was difficult to find/obtain these stands years ago and not sure if they can even be had currently. As you can see, the wasp sold at auction did have a stand and it helps to display
the piece when you are not looking at the specimen with a loupe, magnifying glass or microscope. One can spend time viewing this specimen in detail and it is amazing to look at an insect
that was alive millions of years before and it still looks as it did at that time! (ai-23-02) $750
A Very Fine Example of a Fly in Amber from the Dominican Republic - approximately 30-40 Million Years Old. This is a well known and sought after locality
where some of the amber found contains insects or vegetation. Nicely preserved with lots of detail - compound eyes are very clear as well as other details. There are other insects in this piece
too, some look to be mosquitos (mating?) and there seems to be something else also. We have done well with similar items at auction, typically
selling for 2 to 4 times the listed price on the All That Glitters website. Clicking on any image will produce a large image of this piece and also displayed here is
one of our previously sold fossilized ambers with a wasp, which sold for $3000. We will include a FREE Brass Stand if you wish to display this specimen -
it was difficult to find/obtain these stands years ago and not sure if they can even be had currently. As you can see, the wasp sold at auction did have a stand and it helps to display
the piece when you are not looking at the specimen with a loupe, magnifying glass or microscope. The video shows some more detail and angles so as to have a better idea of how special this piece is.
One can spend time viewing this specimen in detail and it is amazing to look at an insect
that was alive millions of years before and it still looks as it did at that time! (ai-23-01) $1275
An interesting piece for a collection or perhaps pendant, this large slice of a Sapphire crystal (13.59cts)
shows deep blue, beige, black and various colors when held up to bright lights. (Mozambique) (lcrst-19-01) $749
Incan Amulet purchased in the early 1970s by a dealer in antiquities for his own collection.
Sold recently to the owner of All That Glitters by his son, who has followed in his fathers foot steps
and sells similar material. Said to be from about the xxx timeframe. Peru. Measures approx 3". (ja-23-01) $975
Large Polished Cube of Moss Agate with pockets of Chalcedony Druzy. Measures 3-1/8 inches on sides.
From the Sharly Mine, Bek Pakdala Desert in Karaganda Oblast in Kazakhstan. (rrstn-19-01) $1,100
Roman Bronze (approx. 300BC). Said to depict Cupid, but posssibly a Roman athlete playing the ball game of Harpastum,
as one can clearly see what looks like a ball in the palm of his right hand. Found in Northern Jordan back in the
1980s along with some other small bronzes. Measures 4-1/2 inches high. (ja-19-04) $1,975
Chaledony Seal showing warrior with shield, in a chariot drawn by a pair of horses, with not only the sun
in the sky but an Aegean Greek Star - superb image! "Regarding the Aegean Star - typical star displayed in Greece,
Alexander The Greats time, mentioned several times in the Trilogy of Alexander the Great written by Maximo Manfredi,
an Italian writer/antropologist who wrote three books." Research on line shows a Vergina Sun Symbol, with various
number of rays, and also called Macedonian Sun or Argead Star. More research could be done to obtain more info,
as two images appear in the sky and one would be the sun and the other perhaps a Star observable during the day due
to an astronomic event. Hellenistic Period about 300BC - the time of Alexander the Great.
Thought to have originally been part of a pendant. Measures approximately 48x48mm. (ja-19-01) $750
Roman Seal, said to be Hellenistic Greek Period, approx 300BC, depicting Hercules. Mostly likely from a ring and
carved in what is believed to be Agate. Measures approximately 35mmx20mm. (ja-19-02) $600
The largest cylinder seal we have seen, fashioned from Agate and depicts what is believed to be a
hunting scene. Said to be from Bactria (Persia), circa 500 BC. Measures 4-1/2 inches high.
We actually had to purchase clay to view the scene from this large cylinder but we were not disappointed.
There are 3 human figures through the piece, all dressed differently. All appear to be holding weapons, knives, swords or
similar. There seems to be deer or a type of antelope, and one image of what appears to be a falcon or other raptor and
quite possibly on the arm of the person to its right - therefore, this seems to indicate the raptor is being used to hunt.
Also, there is another animal that seems to be a lion, with a mane and long tail, with a paw extended towards a figure
to its left who holds a knife. Due to the size of the cylinder, it is very difffult to obtain a crisp image of all the
incised areas present, as one must apply the proper pressure, speed, etc. With some time, and some trial and error, one should
be able to obtain a nice impression of the whole seal in one roll. The raptor/falcon is more detailed than shown; insufficient
pressure was applied to obtain the detail. This is also the case of the lion, but we did press that section into the clay on the bottom
and there is a better image of the head but the body/tail is lacking in that impression. Various large images of this
cylinder seal may be seen below. After the impression was made in the clay, it was heated, so this hard clay table
with the image of this scene will accompany the sale of this special cylinder seal. A Very Rare Piece with a beautiful scene.
(ja-19-03) $1,500
Wollastonite Skarn from Primorye (Primorsky)Region, Dalnegorsk - Russsia.
(Skarn is a metamorphic rock that has been chemically and mineralogically altered by metasomatism. Wollastonite is a common mineral in skarns
or contact metamorphic rocks. Skarns can sometimes produce some wonderfully rare and exotic minerals with very unusual chemistries.
Wollastonite forms from the interaction of limestones, that contain calcite, CaCO3, with the silica, SiO2, in hot magmas.)
The deposit that produced this natural work of art, was said to be active about 43 years ago when this piece was mined/polished.
This unique 7"x4.5" plaque is surrounded by a black polished mineral border. The natural design consists of black and what seem like a very light beige to
very light green depending on lights. The darker yellow color seen on the left had side is a shadow. Incredibly beautiful and certainly
looks like a design that an artist has created, but it is entirely natural - only polished! These uncommonly beautiful natural occurring mineral slices are
frequently purchased by collectors due to the designs, colors, etc. and may see very high prices. Like many gemstones, these
unique plaques can be very indivualistic and are rarely seen and not often available on the market. In 43 years in the gemstone/mineral
business, All That Glitters had never seen an item such as this and the color as well as the design was fascinating enough to
be placed into the All That Glitters inventory. (geork-19-01) $1,029
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
(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.)
$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.
Click on the images above to see larger more detailed photos.
Iolite Carved Chameleon Weighing 77cts
Chameleon carved out of Madagascar Iolite and comes with the base shown. 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!)
While in the area of Gold Country in CA a few years back, 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 a crucible which originated at the McCoy Gold and Silver Mine in Nevada. This item is great for a curio cabinet, a shelf, etc. and represent
the long ago wild west where mining was actively producing precious metals of gold and silver. 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. The estimate of the age is most likely about the 1920 timeframe.
Priced to move at only $120 including Free shipping and insurance (a $30 value!).
Note - U.S. Shipping Only; Inquire for International Shipping.
McCoy Mine Info
THIS IS AN ORIGINAL TOBACCO CADDY LABEL This label was printed during the
1880's 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, framed and hanging in the All That Glitters office! Many 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)
THIS IS AN ORIGINAL TOBACCO CADDY LABEL This label was printed during the
1880's 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, framed and hanging in the All That Glitters office! Many 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.
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
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:
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
Meteorite
A
B
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 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)
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
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
This is Incredibly Rare and One-of-a-Kind Naturally Forming Fossilized
material. Found in Indonesia in very limited quantities, it has been identified
as being either Bamboo or Reeds (via lab anaylysis), which became fossilized with
layers of colorful Agate. When sliced, you can see the original organic living
shape of what has become Agatized over millions of years. We have heard they are
no longer finding this material, and that it was being found in a volcanic area
in Indonesia.
(clmsh-12-01a) $450
(approximately 3" high)
(clmsh-12-01b) $350 (approx 3" high)
(clmsh-12-01c) $500 for the pair. If you would like only
one of the pair, the price would be $300. (approx 2" long) Note that you
can see the original organic matter shape in the right hand photo which
seems to be either bamboo or reeds!
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 or microscope - not your unaided eye.
Under normal conditions, these inclusions may not be
visible.
Not responsible for mismatches of prices, photos, stocknumbers, etc.
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