Oxidised Collection

Rusty gas pumps and car at Henrys Route 66 Emporium in Staunton, Illinois, USA

Goodwood Races: The Chesterfield Cup, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Goodwood Races: The Chesterfield Cup, 1864. 'The Chesterfield Cup is a group in oxydised silver, representing a knight rescuing a lady from a dragon

The International Exhibition: angels from the Hereford Screen, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: angels from the Hereford Screen, designed by G. G. Scott, R.A. manufactured by Skidmore's Art-Manufacturers Company, Coventry, 1862

The International Exhibition: capital and portion of shaft of column from the Hereford Screen, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: capital and portion of shaft of column from the Hereford Screen, designed by G. G. Scott, R.A. manufactured by Skidmore's Art-Manufacturers Company, Coventry, 1862

The International Exhibition: detail of the grille from the Hereford Screen, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: detail of the grille from the Hereford Screen, designed by G. G. Scott, R.A. manufactured by Skidmore's Art-Manufacturers Company, Coventry, 1862

The International Exhibition: angel from the Hereford Screen, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: angel from the Hereford Screen, designed by G. G. Scott, R.A. manufactured by Skidmore's Art-Manufacturers Company, Coventry, 1862

The International Exhibition: Hereford Screen, designed by G. G. Scott, R.A... 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: Hereford Screen, designed by G. G. Scott, R.A. manufactured by Skidmore's Art-Manufacturers Company, Coventry, 1862

The International Exhibition: clock, candelabra, and portes bouquets, by M. Poilleux... 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: clock, candelabra, and portes bouquets, by M. Poilleux, of Paris, 1862....the French have long surpassed us in cheapness of production and in artistic taste

The International Exhibition: the Outram Shield, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: the Outram Shield, exhibited by Messrs. Hunt and Roskell - from a photograph by the London Stereoscopic Company, 1862. Testimonial manufactured by Messrs

Aerial shot of oxidized iron minerals in water in old mining area, Rio Tinto. Huelva Province, Spain

Electric Light Fixtures catalogue, Bowl Fittings. Date: 1922

Electric Light Fixtures catalogue, Electroliers, with a range of shades. Date: 1922

Cut sodium metal. Chunk of the reactive metallic element sodium (Na). The shiny surface has been exposed by a knife cutting the soft metal

Tarnished sodium metal. Chunk of the reactive metallic element sodium (Na). Part of this surface was recently exposed by a knife cut

Greetings card with the words Best Wishes in mottled green and brown. Date: circa 1890s

Picture No. 11808864
Detail of a former industrial plant for treatment of minerals in the area of the Rio Tinto mines near the town of Minas de Riotinto Huelva province, Andalusia, Spain Date:

Picture No. 10760792
Spain - The Rio Tinto (Red river) flowing through a forest of stone or umbrella pines (Pinus pinea). The oxidised iron minerals in the river's water have turned orange-red the stones

Picture No. 10760634
Stream - detail of a stream containing oxidised iron minerals which give this peculiar orange-red colour to everything inside the water; some of the plant life still resist

Patina on COR-TEN Steel C016 / 9203
Cor-Ten is a weathering steel; after being exposed to the elements, the top layer becomes a protective rust that never needs painting

Rusty metal tools C013 / 9776
Rusty metal tools. Close-up of a collection of old metal tools that have turned rusty. Rust (orange) is hydrated iron oxide. It forms as iron reacts with atmospheric water vapour and oxygen

Chondrite meteorite C013 / 7777
Chondrite meteorite. Meteorite GRO95505 that was found in the Grosvenor Mountains, Antarctica. The exterior of this ordinary chondrite is covered with black fractured fusion crust on most of its

Liroconite specimen C013 / 6527
Liroconite specimen. Liroconite comprises of hydrated copper aluminum arsenate hydroxide. Its blue colour is due to the oxidation of copper ores

Precambrian Landscape
Artists impression of a Precambrian (4, 500 to 543 million years ago) landscape, when oxygen built up in the atmosphere (about 1)

East African copal
A piece of copal with a crazed surface caused by oxidisation. Preserved inside is a beetle Coleoptera:Oocamenta. Specimen is less than two million years old

Liroconite comprises of (hydrated copper aluminum arsenate hydroxide). It is blue in colour and forms from the oxidation of copper ores. Specimen from the collections of the Truro Museum, Cornwall

Europium. Sample of the rare earth metal Europium (Eu), that is becoming oxidised as it is exposed to air. The rare earth metals, or rare earth elements

Vanadium. Sample of the element Vanadium (V). Vanadium is a hard, silvery-grey transition metal. Vanadium is mainly used as an alloy in steel to confer strength

Manganese. Sample of the element Manganese (Mn). Manganese is a hard, silvery-grey transition metal. Vanadium is mainly used as an alloy in steel and with aluminium

Iron oxide deposit (orange) in a rock. It is deposits like these that are mined to obtain iron ore, which is then processed to produce iron from the iron oxide

Rusty old car at Henrys Route 66 Emporium in Staunton, Illinois, USA

Coins of various ages
Ageing coins. Three British one pence coins of various ages, showing the change in their appearance with time. The coins get older from left to right

Magnesium ribbons
Magnesium. Strips of the reactive metallic element magnesium (Mg). The strip at left is tarnished and appears darker. This is due to the formation of magnesium oxide (MgO)

Lead oxide crystals on lead, SEM
Lead oxide crystals, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Lead is a heavy, soft, ductile metal that, under normal conditions, does not react with water

Fractured bolts. Close-up of the ends of a number of threaded steel rods, showing where they have snapped, due to the application of excessive stress

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"Beauty in Decay: Exploring the World Wonders" Rusty gas pumps and car: Witnessing the captivating allure of oxidized relics, where time has painted a mesmerizing patina on these vintage gas pumps and cars. Aerial shot of oxidized iron minerals in water in old mining area, Rio Tinto: Nature's artwork unfolds as vibrant hues dance upon the surface, showcasing the enchanting beauty of oxidized iron minerals found in Rio Tinto's historic mining region. Electric Light Fixtures catalogue, Bowl Fittings: Discover an elegant fusion of modern design and rustic charm with our exquisite collection of bowl fittings featuring stunning oxidized finishes. Electroliers: Illuminate your space with grandeur by adorning it with our magnificent electroliers boasting intricate details and richly oxidized accents. Reading and Bedside Lamps: Embrace a touch of nostalgia with our reading and bedside lamps adorned with delicate oxidation patterns that add character to any room. Alabaster Bowl Fittings: Experience timeless elegance through alabaster bowl fittings enhanced by subtle hints of oxidation that lend an air of sophistication to your living spaces. Bowl and Dish Fittings: Unveil a harmonious blend between functionality and artistic expression as you explore our diverse range of bowl and dish fittings featuring unique oxidization patterns. Supalite Bowl Fittings (x3): Step into a world where contemporary aesthetics meet rustic allure through our exclusive supalite bowl fittings series; each piece showcases distinct oxidation variations for added visual intrigue. Radiolux Bowl Fittings (x2): Embark on an illuminating journey as radiolux bowl fittings intertwine vintage charm with oxidized finishes, casting a warm glow that evokes nostalgia and elegance.