&#34;Cleo and Friends&#34; Nesting Set with 5
Nesting Pieces
• Matryoshka dolls, also known as
Russian nesting dolls, originated in the
late 1890&#39;s. This set is a whimsical version.
• The concept was inspired by a
Japanese Fukurama doll, which was
brought to Russia by Elizaveta Mamontova.
• The &#34;Cats&#34; are hand painted, acrylic
paints, water-based gloss varnish.
• This &#34;Whimsical Cat&#34; set set dates
between 2010 to 2020, and were made in
China.
• In excellent condition, no breaks or
cracks, or paint chipping. View images.
• These range in height from:
• 1 5/8&#34;, 2 3/8&#34;, 3 3/8&#34;, 4 3/8&#34;,  7 7/8&#34;
Dimensions:
 1 5/8&#34;, 2 3/8&#34;, 3 3/8&#34;, 4 3/8&#34;,  7 7/8&#34;
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&#34;Cleo and Friends&#34; Nesting Set with 5 Nesting Pieces

Large Matryoshka with 5 Nesting Pieces
• Matryoshka dolls, also known as
Russian nesting dolls, originated in the
late 1890&#39;s, and are a relatively modern
creation.
• The first set was created in 1890 by
Vasily Zwyozdochkin.
• The concept was inspired by a
Japanese Fukurama doll, which was
brought to Russia by Elizaveta
Mamontova.
• The dolls are made from various
materials: linden wood, acrylic paints,
water-based gloss varnish.
• This Matryoshka doll set date between
2000 to 2005, as the label on the base
indicates when researched.
• In excellent condition, no breaks or
cracks, or paint chipping. View images.
• These range in height from:
• 1 7/8&#34;, 2 5/8&#34;. 3.75&#34;, 5&#34;, 6.75&#34;
Dimensions:
1 7/8&#34;, 2 5/8&#34;. 3.75&#34;, 5&#34;, 6.75&#34;
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Large Matryoshka with 5 Nesting Pieces

Matryoshka with 7 Nesting Pieces
• Matryoshka dolls, also known as
Russian nesting dolls, originated in the
late 1890&#39;s, and are a relatively modern
creation.
• The first set was created in 1890 by
Vasily Zwyozdochkin.
• The concept was inspired by a
Japanese Fukurama doll, which was
brought to Russia by Elizaveta
Mamontova.
• The dolls are made from various
materials: linden wood, acrylic paints,
water-based gloss varnish.
• This Matryoshka doll set date between
1970 to 1980, as the painting style
indicates.
• In excellent condition, no breaks or
cracks, or paint chipping. View images.
• These range in height from:
• 7/8&#34;, 1.5&#34;, 2&#34;, 2.5&#34;, 3.5&#34;, 3.75&#34;, 5.5&#34;
Dimensions:
 7/8&#34;, 1.5&#34;, 2&#34;, 2.5&#34;, 3.5&#34;, 3.75&#34;, 5.5&#34;
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Matryoshka with 7 Nesting Pieces

Small Matryoshka with 5 Nesting
Pieces
• Matryoshka dolls, also known as
Russian nesting dolls, originated in the
late 1890&#39;s, and are a relatively modern
creation.
• The first set was created in 1890 by
Vasily Zwyozdochkin.
• The concept was inspired by a
Japanese Fukurama doll, which was
brought to Russia by Elizaveta
Mamontova.
• The dolls are made from various
materials: linden wood, acrylic paints,
water-based gloss varnish.
• This Matryoshka doll set date between
1960 to 1970, as the painting style
indicates.
• In excellent condition, no breaks or
cracks, or paint chipping. View images.
• These range in height from:
• 7/8&#34;, 1 1/8&#34;, 1 7/8&#34;, 2 1/8&#34;, 2.75&#34;
Dimensions:
 7/8&#34;, 1 1/8&#34;, 1 7/8&#34;, 2 1/8&#34;, 2.75&#34;
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Small Matryoshka with 5 Nesting Pieces

Matryoshka with 5 Nesting Pieces
• Matryoshka dolls, also known as
Russian nesting dolls, originated in the
late 1890&#39;s.
• The first set was created in 1890 by
Vasily Zwyozdochkin.
• The concept was inspired by a
Japanese Fukurama doll, which was
brought to Russia by Elizaveta Mamontova.
• These dolls are made with
linden wood, &#34;gold gilt&#34; &#39; paints,
and have been decorated by using a
wood burning technique to create the
patterns and designs.
• This Matryoshka doll set date between
1980 to 2000, as the &#34;wood burning&#34;
style was notable during that period.
• In excellent condition, no breaks or
cracks, or chips. View images.
• These range in height from:
• 5/8&#34;, 1 1/8&#34;, 1.75&#34;, 2.5&#34;, 3.75&#34;
Dimensions:
5/8&#34;, 1 1/8&#34; 1.75&#34; 2.5&#34;. 3.75&#34;
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Matryoshka with 5 Nesting Pieces

Matryoshka with 4 Nesting Pieces
• Matryoshka dolls, also known as
Russian nesting dolls, originated in the
late 1890&#39;s, and are a relatively modern
creation.
• The first set was created in 1890 by
Vasily Zwyozdochkin.
• The concept was inspired by a
Japanese Fukurama doll, which was
brought to Russia by Elizaveta Mamontova.
• The dolls are made from various
materials: linden wood, acrylic paints,
water-based gloss varnish.
• This Matryoshka doll set date between
1990 to 2010, as the painting style, and
colours are less traditional.
• Note there is a &#34;half&#34; of the 5th doll, as
the bottom half is missing.
• In very good condition, no breaks or
cracks, but some paint chipping on the
largest doll. View images.
-• These range in height from:
• 1 3/8&#34;, 3&#34;, 4&#34;, 5.5&#34;
Dimensions:
 1 3/8&#34;, 3&#34;, 4&#34;, 5.5&#34;
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Matryoshka with 4 Nesting Pieces

Matryoshka with 4 Nesting Pieces
• Matryoshka dolls, also known as
Russian nesting dolls, originated in the
late 1890&#39;s, and are a relatively modern
creation.
• The first set was created in 1890 by
Vasily Zwyozdochkin.
• The concept was inspired by a
Japanese Fukurama doll, which was
brought to Russia by Elizaveta Mamontova.
• The dolls are made from various
materials: linden wood, acrylic paints,
water-based gloss varnish.
• This Matryoshka doll set date between
1970 to 1980, as the painting style
indicates.
• In very good condition, no breaks or
cracks, paint wear. View images.
• These range in height from:
• 1.5&#34;, 2.75&#34;, 3.25&#34;, 4.75&#34;
Dimensions:
1.5&#34;, 2.75&#34;, 3.25&#34;, 4.75&#34;
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1) Hand Carved & Painted Wooden
WREN Figurine
I have not been able to determine the
name of the Canadian folk artist that
made this piece, but is signed on the
base with the artists initials. In excellent
condition, no breaks, cracks, or chips.
10 cm.  8 cm. x 5 cm.                               
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2) Ganz Woodland Bird Figurine:
This figurine is made of polystone which
is a liquid plastic resin. This is made by
Ganz a Canadian family-owned company
established in 1950 in Woodbridge, Ont.
In excellent condition, no breaks, cracks,
or chips. 6 cm. x 11 cm. x 7 cm.                 
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3) Art Glass Bird Figurine/Dish/Votive:
I have not been able to determine the
maker of this glass bird. It is a mould
formed with textured sections, and then
&#34;flashed&#34; coloured with a peach colour.
Some of the colour is wearing, and there
are some scratches on the interior base.
5 cm.  14 cm. x 6.5 cm.
Dimensions:
See description for details
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3 Cute Birds: &#34;Glass, Resin, &#38; Wood&#34;

Two MCM Easter Chicks by &#34;Giftcraft&#34;
• Giftcraft is a long-standing Canadian-
owned company founded in Toronto
around 1945 that also imported and
distributed giftware, often using the same
manufacturing sources as other import
companies.
• In the mid-20th century, Giftcraft was a
significant importer of ceramic items
made in Japan, Taiwan, and other Asian
countries, often marked with paper
&#34;Giftcraft&#34;, and stamped Japan.
• These are mold formed using a white
ceramic clay, then hand painted and a
semi-matte clear glaze applied.
• These chick figurines were primarily
produced in from 1953 through the
1960&#39;s, as &#34;Occupied Japan was printed
up until 1953.
• In excellent condition, no breaks,
cracks, or chips. View images.
• Wings up:  3 3/8&#34;  3&#34; x 2 3/8&#34;
• Wings Down: 3.25&#34; x 3&#34; x 2.25&#34;
Dimensions:
See description for sizes
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Two MCM Easter Chicks by &#34;Giftcraft&#34;


1) Terracotta pottery red clay Tortoise
Turtle Trinket Box which was hand
painted in Mexico. Each piece is
handcrafted and hand-painted by
artisans, making each item unique.
• 2.25&#34; x 4.25&#34; x 2.5&#34;                                 
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2) This is a hand-painted Mexican folk art
bobblehead turtle figurine, often referred
to as a &#34;Seismic Critter&#34;. It is typically
made from a hardened seed pod or
wood, not ceramic. These are made in
regions of Taxco El Viejo, Mexico.
• 1&#34; x 2 1/8&#34; x 1.75&#34;                                    
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3) A small ceramic turtle figurine. Cast
porcelain and hand painted. Possibly an
aquarium figurine. I believe this is a
vintage item from the 1950&#39;s or 1960&#39;s.
.75&#34; x 3.25&#34; x 2.25&#34;                                        
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4) This is a vintage miniature blue and
white ceramic turtle figurine, often
described as being in the Delft style or
Chinese export style made in the 1970&#39;s
These figurines are typically hand-
painted and popular as collectibles or
home decor items, symbolizing longevity
in some cultures.
• 5/8&#34; x 1.75&#34; x 1 1/8&#34;                                    
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All in excellent condition, no breaks,
cracks, or chips. View images,
Dimensions:
See description for sizes
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COLLECTION OF FOUR TURTLES

Large - Huichol Beaded &#34;Horned
Hawk&#34; Egg Ornament
• This type of bead art is a traditional folk
art from the Wixarika (Huichol) people of
Mexico. The designs often incorporate
symbols sacred to the Huichol culture,
such as the deer, corn, and peyote.
• Artists press tiny glass seed beads into
a layer of natural beeswax spread over a
base form wood.
• The process is meticulous. While the
images used are repeated, each piece is
unique because of the patterns within or
the colour choices used.
• These designs often depict visions
experienced during rituals or sacred
elements like animals or plants.
• This one was made before 2000.
• In excellent condition, no breaks,
cracks, or missing beads. View images.
• 3.25&#34;  x 2.25&#34; x 2.25&#34;
Dimensions:
3.25&#34;  x 2.25&#34; x 2.25&#34;
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Large - Huichol Beaded &#34;Horned Hawk&#34; Egg Ornament

Large Round - Huichol Beaded &#34;Eagle&#34;
Ornament
• This type of bead art is a traditional folk
art from the Wixarika (Huichol) people of
Mexico. The designs often incorporate
symbols sacred to the Huichol culture,
such as the deer, corn, and peyote.
• Artists press tiny glass seed beads into
a layer of natural beeswax spread over a
base form wood.
• The process is meticulous. While the
images used are repeated, each piece is
unique because of the patterns within or
the colour choices used.
• These designs often depict visions
experienced during rituals or sacred
elements like animals or plants.
• This one was made before 2000.
• In excellent condition, no breaks,
or missing beads. Some movement of
beads on one side. View images.
• 2.5&#34;  x 2.5&#34; x 2.5&#34;
Dimensions:
 2.5&#34;  x 2.5&#34; x 2.5&#34;
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Large Round - Huichol Beaded &#34;Eagle&#34; Ornament

Medium - Huichol Beaded &#34;Lizard&#34;
Egg Ornament
• This type of bead art is a traditional folk
art from the Wixarika (Huichol) people of
Mexico. The designs often incorporate
symbols sacred to the Huichol culture,
such as the deer, corn, and peyote.
• Artists press tiny glass seed beads into
a layer of natural beeswax spread over a
base form wood.
• The process is meticulous. While the
images used are repeated, each piece is
unique because of the patterns within or
the colour choices used.
• These designs often depict visions
experienced during rituals or sacred
elements like animals or plants.
• This one was made before 2000.
• In excellent condition, no breaks,
cracks, or missing beads. View images.
• 2.75&#34;  x 1.75 x 1.75&#34;
Dimensions:
 2.75&#34;  x 1.75 x 1.75&#34;
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Medium - Huichol Beaded &#34;Lizard&#34; Egg Ornament

Medium - Huichol Beaded &#34;People
Ritual Dancing&#34; Egg Ornament
• This type of bead art is a traditional folk
art from the Wixarika (Huichol) people of
Mexico. The designs often incorporate
symbols sacred to the Huichol culture,
such as the deer, corn, and peyote.
• Artists press tiny glass seed beads into
a layer of natural beeswax spread over a
base form wood.
• The process is meticulous. While the
images used are repeated, each piece is
unique because of the patterns within or
the colour choices used.
• These designs often depict visions
experienced during rituals or sacred
elements like animals or plants.
• This one was made before 2000.
• In excellent condition, no breaks,
or missing beads. View images.
• 2.75&#34; x 1.75&#34; x 1.75&#34;
Dimensions:
2.75&#34; x 1.75&#34; x 1.75&#34;
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Medium - Huichol Beaded &#34;People Ritual Dancing&#34; Egg Ornament

Medium - Huichol Beaded &#34;Rabbit&#34;
Egg Ornament
• This type of bead art is a traditional folk
art from the Wixarika (Huichol) people of
Mexico. The designs often incorporate
symbols sacred to the Huichol culture,
such as the deer, corn, and peyote.
• Artists press tiny glass seed beads into
a layer of natural beeswax spread over a
base form wood.
• The process is meticulous. While the
images used are repeated, each piece is
unique because of the patterns within or
the colour choices used.
• These designs often depict visions
experienced during rituals or sacred
elements like animals or plants.
• This one was made before 2000.
• In excellent condition, no breaks,
or missing beads. View images.
• 2.75&#34; x 1.75&#34; x 1.75&#34;
Dimensions:
 2.75&#34; x 1.75&#34; x 1.75&#34;
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Medium - Huichol Beaded &#34;Rabbit&#34; Egg Ornament

Medium - Huichol Beaded &#34;Deer&#34; Egg
Ornament
• This type of bead art is a traditional folk
art from the Wixarika (Huichol) people of
Mexico. The designs often incorporate
symbols sacred to the Huichol culture,
such as the deer, corn, and peyote.
• Artists press tiny glass seed beads into
a layer of natural beeswax spread over a
base form wood.
• The process is meticulous. While the
images used are repeated, each piece is
unique because of the patterns within or
the colour choices used.
• These designs often depict visions
experienced during rituals or sacred
elements like animals or plants.
• This one was made before 2000.
• In excellent condition, no breaks,
or missing beads. View images.
• 2.75&#34; x 1.75&#34; x 1.75&#34;
Dimensions:
2.75&#34; x 1.75&#34; x 1.75&#34;
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Medium - Huichol Beaded &#34;Deer&#34; Egg Ornament

Medium - Huichol Beaded &#34;Coyote&#34;
Egg Ornament
• This type of bead art is a traditional folk
art from the Wixarika (Huichol) people of
Mexico. The designs often incorporate
symbols sacred to the Huichol culture,
such as the deer, corn, and peyote.
• Artists press tiny glass seed beads into
a layer of natural beeswax spread over a
base form wood.
• The process is meticulous. While the
images used are repeated, each piece is
unique because of the patterns within or
the colour choices used.
• These designs often depict visions
experienced during rituals or sacred
elements like animals or plants.
• This one was made before 2000.
• In excellent condition, no breaks,
or missing beads. Some movement of
beads on one side. View images.
• 2.75&#34; x 1.75&#34; x 1.75&#34;
Dimensions:
2.75&#34; x 1.75&#34; x 1.75&#34;
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Medium - Huichol Beaded &#34;Coyote&#34; Egg Ornament

Medium - Huichol Beaded &#34;Cow & Star
& Butterflies&#34; Egg Ornament
• This type of bead art is a traditional folk
art from the Wixarika (Huichol) people of
Mexico. The designs often incorporate
symbols sacred to the Huichol culture,
such as the deer, corn, and peyote.
• Artists press tiny glass seed beads into
a layer of natural beeswax spread over a
base form wood.
• The process is meticulous. While the
images used are repeated, each piece is
unique because of the patterns within or
the colour choices used.
• These designs often depict visions
experienced during rituals or sacred
elements like animals or plants.
• This one was made before 2000.
• In excellent condition, no breaks,
or missing beads. Some movement of
beads on one side. View images.
• 2.75&#34; x  1.75&#34; x  1.75&#34;
Dimensions:
2.75&#34; x  1.75&#34; x  1.75&#34;
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Medium - Huichol Beaded &#34;Cow &#38; Star &#38; Butterflies&#34; Egg Ornament

Large - Huichol Beaded &#34;Peyote
Flower/ Fox&#34; Ornament
• This type of bead art is a traditional folk
art from the Wixarika (Huichol) people of
Mexico. The designs often incorporate
symbols sacred to the Huichol culture,
such as the deer, corn, and peyote.
• Artists press tiny glass seed beads into
a layer of natural beeswax spread over a
base form wood.
• The process is meticulous. While the
images used are repeated, each piece is
unique because of the patterns within or
the colour choices used.
• These designs often depict visions
experienced during rituals or sacred
elements like animals or plants.
• This one was made before 2000.
• In excellent condition, no breaks,
or missing beads. Some movement of
beads on one side. View images.
• 3&#34; X 1.25&#34; x  2.75&#34;
Dimensions:
3&#34; X 1.25&#34; x  2.75&#34;
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Large - Huichol Beaded &#34;Peyote Flower/ Fox&#34; Ornament

Two Small - Huichol Beaded &#34;Rabbits&#34;
Egg Ornaments
• This type of bead art is a traditional folk
art from the Wixarika (Huichol) people of
Mexico. The designs often incorporate
symbols sacred to the Huichol culture,
such as the deer, corn, and peyote.
• Artists press tiny glass seed beads into
a layer of natural beeswax spread over a
base form wood.
• The process is meticulous. While the
images used are repeated, each piece is
unique because of the patterns within or
the colour choices used.
• These designs often depict visions
experienced during rituals or sacred
elements like animals or plants.
• This one was made before 2000.
• In excellent condition, no breaks,
or missing beads. View images.
• Each Egg is: 1.75&#34; x 1.25&#34; x 1.25&#34;
Dimensions:
Each Egg is: 1.75&#34; x 1.25&#34; x 1.25&#34;
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Two Small - Huichol Beaded &#34;Rabbits&#34; Egg Ornaments

Hand-Carved &amp; "Pyrography"
Decorative Egg with Stand
• The egg has a silhouette of a rider on
horseback, and the word or motif
"Harmony" burned into the wood.
• This piece utilizes pyrography (wood
burning), carving into a
surface and filling with ink.
• I believe this was done by a Canadian
artist, but there is no signature or initials
on this egg.
• In excellent condition, no breaks, or
chips. View images.
• Egg:  6 cm. x 4 cm. x 4 cm
• Egg Cup: 7.5 cm. x 4.8 cm. x 4.8 cm
Dimensions:
• Egg:  6 cm. x 4 cm. x 4 cm                  • Egg Cup: 7.5 cm. x 4.8 cm. x 4.8 cm
                
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Hand-Carved &#38; &#34;Pyrography&#34; Decorative Egg with Stand

Vintage Chinese Cloisonné Egg
• This egg is cloisonné egg, a decorative
collectible made using an intricate
enamel technique. Cloisonné involves
using fine metal wires (cloisons) to create
compartments on a metal base, which
are then filled with coloured glass
powder (enamel) and fired in a kiln..
• This egg features a black background
with multicoloured floral patterns outlined
in gold-toned wire.
• The lotus (It) is a significant symbol
in Chinese culture, representing purity,
enlightenment, and harmony, as it rises
clean from the mud. The design is called
the &#34;pink lotus floral flower&#34; pattern.
• This egg was produced between the
1970&#39;s or 1980&#39;s.
• This comes with a complimentary
wooden egg cup.
• In excellent condition, no breaks,
cracks, or chips. View images.
• 2.5&#34;  x 1.75&#34; x 1.75&#34;
Dimensions:
2.5&#34;  x 1.75&#34; x 1.75&#34;
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Vintage Chinese Cloisonné Egg

#1 Hand-Painted Wooden Egg from
Kashmir
• The egg features the traditional
&#34;Hazara&#34; or &#34;thousand flowers&#34; pattern
of flowers using green, red, orange, and
yellow hues, and is outlined in gold on a
dark grey background.
• While the art of Kashmiri papier-mâché
or wooden objects originated in the 14th
and 15th centuries, this piece dates to
the 1970&#39;s.
• Traditionally the paints used would be
made from natural dyes, but I can&#39;t
confirm that for this piece, but the
finishing coat in a lacquer.
• This comes with a complimentary
wooden egg cup.
• In excellent condition, no breaks,
cracks, or chips. View images.
• 2.5&#34; X 1.75&#34;  x 1.75&#34;
Dimensions:
 2.5&#34; X 1.75&#34;  x 1.75&#34;
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#1 Hand-Painted Wooden Egg from Kashmir

#2 Hand-Painted Wooden Egg from
Kashmir
• The egg features the traditional
&#34;Hazara &#34; or &#34;thousand flowers&#34; pattern
of flowers using, reds, and oranges, and
is outlined in gold on a black
background.
• While the art of Kashmiri papier-mâché
or wooden objects originated in the 14th
and 15th centuries, this piece dates to
the 1970&#39;s.
• Traditionally the paints used would be
made from natural dyes, but I can&#39;t
confirm that for this piece, but the
finishing coat in a lacquer.
• This comes with a complimentary
wooden egg cup.
• In excellent condition, no breaks,
cracks, or chips. View images.
• 2.5&#34;  X 1.75&#34; x 1.75&#34;
Dimensions:
 2.5&#34;  X 1.75&#34; x 1.75&#34;
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#2 Hand-Painted Wooden Egg from Kashmir

Victoria (British Columbia, Canada) SELLER MANAGED Reseller Online Auction - Balfour Ave.

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Transparent calcite mineral specimen, 27 g, approx 0.625 × 1.25 × 1.125 in, clear, no visible breaks, cracks or chips

Iceland spar (optical calcite) crystal specimen

Clear calcite crystal resting on white surface showing transparency and internal structure

Informational card detailing mineral properties, weight and dimensions

Colorless rhombohedral Iceland spar crystal displaying strong clarity and natural internal veils, smooth faces and sharp edges, suitable for optical demonstration or collection

Iceland spar optical calcite crystal

Iceland Spar or "Optical Calcite"
• It is a transparent variety of calcite
known for its unique optical properties. It
is crystallized calcium carbonate.
• Double Refraction: It exhibits double
refraction, an optical property where light
splits into two rays as it passes through
the crystal, making objects viewed
through it appear doubled.
• It is believed that Vikings may have
used this mineral as a navigational
"sunstone" due to its light-polarizing
ability, allowing them to locate the sun in
overcast weather.
• In excellent condition, no breaks,
cracks, or chips. View images.
• Weight: 27 grams or 7/8 oz.
• 5/8" x 1.25" x 1 1/8"
Dimensions:
5/8" x 1.25" x 1 1/8"
                
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Lot #40: Iceland Spar or "Optical Calcite"

Only Available Pickup Date/Time: Wed, March 18 2026 Category A: 09:30 AM - 02:30 PM

Pickup Location: Balfour Ave., Victoria, BC, V9A 1S1 View Map (opens in new window)

Lot #40: Iceland Spar or "Optical Calcite"

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Only Available Pickup Date/Time: Wed, March 18 2026 Category A: 09:30 AM - 02:30 PM

Pickup Location: Balfour Ave., Victoria, BC, V9A 1S1 View Map (opens in new window)

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