Calcified Collection

Compact bone, light micrograph
Compact bone. Polarised light micrograph of a transverse section through compact bone tissue, showing Haversian canals (circular regions)

Kidney stone, 18th century

Lawolo' a masculine protective statue
2624186 Lawolo' a masculine protective statue; (add.info.: Lawolo' a masculine protective statue, used to scare an enemy from Nias, Indonesia)

Ceremonial chair
2624185 Ceremonial chair; (add.info.: Calcified stone, Melanesian ceremonial chair, from the Nias tribe, in the Gomo area of Papua New Guinea. Late 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Lawolo' a masculine protective statue
2624187 Lawolo' a masculine protective statue; (add.info.: Lawolo' a masculine protective statue, used to scare an enemy from Nias, Indonesia)

Calcified deposits from hot springs at Pamukkale, Denizli Provonce, Turkey Date: circa 1975

Calcified trees at Tangled Creek in winter, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, USA, February 2013

Asbestosis, X-ray C017 / 7143
Asbestosis. X-ray of the chest of a 78 year old male that has been exposed to asbestos, showing diffuse plaques (light grey areas) in the lungs (dark)

Dental plaque and tartar. Clinical view of a the teeth in a patients lower jaw, with the incisors coated in bacterial plaque and tartar (brown)

Uterine fibroid, X-ray
Pelvic X-ray (front view) showing a large calcified fibroid (rounded, at centre right) in a womans uterus (womb)

Calcified cysts of the ovary
Pelvic X-ray (front view) showing calcified cysts in a womans ovary (white, lower left)

Dried geyser cone in Hammam Maskhoutine, Algeria
A dried geyser cone in Hammam Maskhoutine, a thermal spa and commune in Guelma Province, Algeria. Date: circa 1910

Rough irregular shell of closed oyster, close up showing layered segments and ridges, blurred background

Bacon-wrapped oyster flesh, secured with toothpicks, draped across oyster shells, arranged on bed of coarse salt

Plants - Acanthochonia: Calcified thallus fossilized in limestone

Spinal bone, light micrograph
Spinal bone. Light micrograph of a section through developing bone from the vertebral column. Calcified bone is blue and uncalcified bone is red. Bone marrow is pink

Forestiers disease, MRI scan
Forestiers disease. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of a section through the cervical spine (neck) of a 42-year-old Asian patient suffering from a stiff neck and neck pain

Atherosclerosis, 3D CT scan
Atherosclerosis. 3D computed tomography (CT) angiogram of the main blood vessels of the lower body a 58-year-old man, showing numerous atheromatous plaques (light, centre) on the vessel walls

Calcified heart valve, CT scan
Calcified heart valve. Coloured computed tomography (CT) scan of a section through the heart of a 67-year-old patient showing calcification of the aortic valve (round)

Calcified heart valve, CT scans
Calcified heart valve. Coloured computed tomography (CT) scans of a section through the heart of a 67-year-old patient showing calcification of the aortic valve (round)

Calcified tissues, X-ray C017 / 7387
Calcified tissues. X-ray of the chest of a 72 year old female showing calcification (bright white) of cartilage in the oesophagus (gullet, down centre) and the bronchi (airways)

Breast implant calcification, X-ray
Breast implant calcification. Coloured mammogram (breast X-ray) of calcification around the borders of a breast implant (pink) in a womans breast (red) as seen from the side

Arthritis of the back, X-ray
Arthritis of the back, coloured X-ray. Lumbar arthritis caused by chondrocalcinosis, a condition where crystals of calcium pyrophosphate are deposited in soft tissues

Arthritis of the knee, X-ray

Fractured elbow, X-rays
Fractured elbow, coloured X-ray. The elbow is seen straight (left) and bent (right). In the bent view, a small patch of bone is seen above the joint

Spinal osteoporosis, X-ray
Spinal osteoporosis. Coloured X-ray of the lumbar region of the spine of an elderly female patient with osteoporosis. The bones have lost their density and have become porous and fragile

Calcified shoulder joint, X-ray
Calcified shoulder joint. Coloured X-ray of a calcified shoulder joint. There is a deposit of calcium at the top right of the shoulder joint

Degenerative disc disease, 3D CT scan
Degenerative disc disease. Coloured 3D computed tomography (CT) scan of the lumbosacral spine of a 74 year old patient with degenerative disc disease

Heart disease, 18th century

Elephant tooth anatomy, 18th century

Balancing stone from inner ear, SEM
Balancing stone from inner ear. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of crystals of calcium carbonate on the surface of a human otolith

Abdominal aortic aneurysm, 3D CT scan

Calcified aortic artery, 3D CT scan
Coloured three-dimensional (3D) Computed Tomography (CT) scan in front view of the abdomen in a patient showing the kidneys (red)

Hard coral. Close-up of circular polyps on hard coral. Photographed off Siamil, Sabah, Malaysia

Human finger, longitudinal section
Human finger. Light micrograph of a longitudinal section through a finger of a human infant. This shows the bones inside the finger (here, the 1st and 2nd phalanges)

Compact bone, light micrograph
Compact bone. Polarised light micrograph of a transverse section through compact bone tissue, showing Haversian canals (circular regions)

Calcified limestone terraces, Pamukkale, Turkey, Eurasia

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"Exploring the Fascinating World Wonders" Delving into the depths of bone structure, a light micrograph reveals the intricate beauty of compact bone, showcasing its strength and resilience. Travel back in time to the 18th century when kidney stones were first discovered as calcified formations within our bodies, reminding us of the marvels hidden within. Pamukkale's hot springs offer a breathtaking sight with their stunning calcified deposits, creating cascading terraces that seem like nature's own masterpiece. Winter transforms Yellowstone National Park into a magical wonderland where even trees become calcified sculptures at Tangled Creek, standing tall against the snowy backdrop. Witnessing nature's artistry in Algeria's Hammam Maskhoutine, an ancient dried geyser cone stands as a testament to time and showcases its unique calcification process. Dental hygiene takes center stage as dental plaque and tartar remind us of the importance of regular care to prevent these unwanted calcifications from forming on our teeth. Returning once again to Yellowstone National Park's Tangled Creek in winter, we are captivated by the ethereal beauty of frozen trees transformed into magnificent calcified structures. Asbestosis leaves its mark on X-ray images like C017/7143, revealing how harmful mineral fibers can lead to lung tissue scarring and subsequent calcium deposition over time. The ovary becomes an unexpected canvas for calcification as cysts form within it, highlighting both medical challenges and fascinating biological phenomena occurring inside our bodies. A rough irregular shell encloses an oyster tightly while displaying layered segments and ridges—a captivating glimpse into nature’s way of protecting delicate creatures through natural calcification processes. Bacon-wrapped oyster flesh delicately draped across shells secured with toothpicks creates an appetizing presentation atop coarse salt—an exquisite blend between culinary art and the calcified shells of these ocean delicacies.