BID HISTORY
Gems & Minerals Including Dr. Paul Zahl's Estate Mineral Egg Collection
Sale closed on
Tuesday, October 17th 2023 at 8:35 PM EST
Tuesday, October 17th 2023 at 8:35 PM EST
BRG is pleased to offer this eclectic mineral and gem auction featuring an impressive collection of mineral eggs hailing from the estate of Dr. Paul Zahl. Dr. Zahl was a senior natural scientist for National Geographic, as well as a photographer, author, and all-around natural-world explorer. This unique collection offers a diverse range of mineral specimens in egg-shaped formations including black onyx, obsidian, tiger’s eye, quartz, and amethyst (among others). Each piece exhibits a variety of striking natural colors and patterns.
Rounding out this sale is a large assortment of loose semi-precious gemstones and jewelry. Don't miss the opportunity to bid on these one-of-a-kind geological treasures — perfect for collectors and enthusiasts seeking rare and distinctive mineral specimens. Happy bidding!
Rounding out this sale is a large assortment of loose semi-precious gemstones and jewelry. Don't miss the opportunity to bid on these one-of-a-kind geological treasures — perfect for collectors and enthusiasts seeking rare and distinctive mineral specimens. Happy bidding!
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BRG SOUTHPORT
363 Pequot Ave
Southport CT 06890
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363 Pequot Ave
Southport CT 06890
By appointment only - call 212-658-0780 to schedule
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BRG SOUTHPORT
363 Pequot Ave
Southport CT 06890
Friday, 10/20, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
363 Pequot Ave
Southport CT 06890
Friday, 10/20, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
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BRG BOSTON
MA AUC LICENSE #03343
318 Bear Hill Road
Waltham MA 02451
Saturday, 10/21, 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
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318 Bear Hill Road
Waltham MA 02451
Saturday, 10/21, 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
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BRG GREENWICH
179 Hamilton Ave
Greenwich CT 06830
Wednesday, 10/25, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
179 Hamilton Ave
Greenwich CT 06830
Wednesday, 10/25, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
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BRG RALEIGH (Cary)
NC AUC LICENSE #10322
215 James Jackson Avenue
Cary NC 27513
Saturday, 11/4, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
NC AUC LICENSE #10322
215 James Jackson Avenue
Cary NC 27513
Saturday, 11/4, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
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BRG FAIRFIELD
290 Post Road
Fairfield CT 06824
Friday, 10/27, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Saturday, 10/28, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
290 Post Road
Fairfield CT 06824
Friday, 10/27, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Saturday, 10/28, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
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(For Select small items inc. jewelry, coins other smaller items. Only USPS flat rate boxe are available for this service.) Transport fees may apply in addition to postage.
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ITEMS IN THIS AUCTION
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Lot #: 142
Striking Black Marble Stone EggClosed$32.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 143
Loose Stones: 3 Oval Cabochon Pink Tourmalines, 9.07 TCWClosed$34.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 144
Three Calcite And Jasper Stone Eggs With StandsClosed$23.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 145
14K Pave Set Peridot Wave Ring, Size 8.25Closed$200.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 146
Carved Pyrite Stone Egg With StandClosed$75.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 147
Four Dark Sodalite Stone EggsClosed$47.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 148
Single Quartz Terminal With Faint Roes Coloring, 1.25 Lbs.Closed$27.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 149
Two Yellow Jasper Stone Eggs With Dendritic Patterns And Elephant StandsClosed$43.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 150
Unique Pyrite And Quartz Stone EggClosed$30.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 151
Black Onyx Carved Stone EggClosed$156.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 152
Loose Stones: 9 Cabochon Cut Opals, 1.86 TCWClosed$95.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 153
Large Rutiled Smoky Quartz Carved EggClosed$45.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 154
Assortment Of Seven Quartz Terminations, 0.6 Lbs.Closed$25.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 155
Three Banded Agate Tumbled Stones With StandClosed$22.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 156
Thirteen Rhyolite And Opal Stone EggsClosed$120.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 157
Sterling Silver And Green Chrystoprase PendantClosed$21.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 158
Carved Egg Of Mahogany ObsidianClosed$21.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 159
Simple 18K Sapphire And Diamond PendantClosed$210.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 160
Cut And Polished Rose Quartz Stone EggClosed$100.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 161
Two Red Snowflake Obsidian Carved Stone EggsClosed$27.00 Winning Bid