Lot 631
3 Piece Collection Of Baltic Amber. At 50-55 million years old, Baltic amber from the Samland Peninsula in Russia is some of the oldest collectible amber available. This collection contains premium examples of a spider and several different types of midges and flies. All of the amber nuggets are clear and with golder amber color.
(1) A somewhat large 3/8 inch spider clearly defined in a milky covering that formed from an emulsion of micro bubbles caused by decomposition. All 8 legs and 2 stalked eyes are clearly visible. Spiders are uncommonly preserved in amber. Amber nugget is 1¼ x ¾ inch.
(2) Museum-quality fly (an enlarged full-color photograph included) with remarkable microscopic detail of head, eyes, wings and even the small hairs protruding from the head in a clear ¾ ½ inch amber nugget.
(3) 5 different types of flies and midges from small to medium size all nicely detailed in a ¾ x ½ inch amber nugget. The three amber nuggets and color photograph are mounted in an 8½ x 6½ inch Ryker box for excellent display and easy access. Total weight with box is 10 ounces.
Estimated Value $250 - 400.
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