Unusual Collection (page 6)

Stamp Card produced by Ottmar Zeihar - Iran (Persia). These cards enabled collectors to see stamps which they were unable to obtain, or afford

Ripley Odditorium - New York, USA - A Shrunken Human Head
Ripley Odditorium - New York, USA - An Amazonian Shrunken Human Head. According to the card caption, although many years old, the hair still grows... Date: 1939

Lympstone, Exmouth, Devon - A La Ronde - 16-sided house
Exmouth, Devon - A La Ronde - an 18th-century 16-sided house located near Lympstone, Exmouth, Devon, England - built for two spinster cousins, Jane and Mary Parminter

Air vent and Cromwell statue, Salford, Manchester
An air vent and a statue of Oliver Cromwell make an unusual pairing at the rear of Buile Hill Park Hall in Salford, Manchester. Date: circa 1980

Lizzie the munition war-worker in Sheffield, WW1
Unofficially connected with Mr. Lloyd Georges department! The elephant munition-worker at Sheffield. Lizzie, a circus elephant was a familiar but incongruous sight on the cobbled streets of Sheffield

Hibiscus flower in the Galaxy Garden, Paleaku Gardens Peace Sanctuary, Kona Coast, The Big Island, Hawaii USA

Picture No. 11092449
Cat Long-haired Selkirk Rex Date:

Picture No. 11091791
Velutin Snail Date:

Romania - Curtea de Arges Monastery
The Cathedral of Curtea de Arges - a Romanian Orthodox cathedral in Curtea de ArgeE, Romania. It is located on the grounds of the Curtea de Arges Monastery Date: circa 1920s

The Barbarine - first climbed 1905 - Germany
The Barbarine - the best-known, free-standing rock formation in the German part of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. The pinnacle is the symbol of Saxon Switzerland

Joseph Jefferson in his bicycle Chair (The Palm Beach Coach) - Florida, USA. Joseph Jefferson, commonly known as Joe Jefferson (18291905) - American actor

Raleigh Three-Wheeler car Camping on Dartmoor
Raleigh 3-wheeler car, the Raleigh Safety Seven (introduced in 1933) taken on a camping jaunt onto Dartmoor. Raleigh shut down their Motor Department in 1935 Date: circa 1934

Hurdy-Gurdy Man - France Date: circa 1910s

Solar activity, SDO image C023 / 8088
Solar activity, SDO image. Coloured image of the surface of the Sun, showing one of an unusual series of eruptions that led to a series of fast puffs

Downtown Empire State Express
Syracuse, New York: c. 1933. The Empire State Express as it prepares to cross South Salina Street, the main business street of Syracuse

John Hancock Building, Chicago, Illinois, America
John Hancock skyscraper office building, Chicago, Illinois, America

Cartoon - Swallowing a yarn
A little blackbird fails to consume a length of twine: " I can t swallow that yarn." Date: circa 1915

Cyclists Weathervane
An unusual cyclists weathervane, seen at Toft, Cambridgeshire, England. Date: 1930s

Girl saying Grace but pet dog unwilling
" Fold Your hands Bob!" A pretty young girl says Grace, but is slightly affronted that her pet dog Bob is unwilling to join in and fold his paws together respectfully.... Date: circa 1910

Devil Stick Mantis (Idolomantis diabolica) subadult, close-up of head and forelegs (captive)

Welwitschia mirabilis. This unique plant consists of a woody stem and two large leaves. It is evergreen and the leaves grow continuously along the ground, often becoming frayed. W

The Dolly Sisters, London
The Dolly Sisters in their bridal attire by Paul Poiret from League of Notions, New Oxford Theatre, London, 1921 1921

London Taxi britain

Western Australia / Lake Hillier - Archipelago of the Recherche Middle Island
JPF-11641 WESTERN AUSTRALIA - Lake Hillier, Middle Island - Archipelago of the Recherche. Pink colour remains a mystery. It is not due to the presence of algae such as Dunaliella salina

Frog celebrating the arrival of 1907 by firing a cannon
A wonderfully odd German New Years card, welcoming in the arrival of 1907. The illustration rather bizarrely depicts a frog (holding a lucky four-leafed clover)

Unusual Sundial
An unusual armillary sphere sundial with a base with fish sculpted into it, at Bath, Somerset, England

Lady's Slipper Orchid
USH-37 ORCHID Ladys Slipper Cypripedium calceolus Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Vampire Squid. Going in to "pineapple" defensive posture. California USA
DOW-292-N Vampire Squid - going into pineapple defense posture California, USA Vampyroteuthis infernalis Steve Downer Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Seahorse - Weedy Sea Dragon Adult male. With egg cases ontail
AU-8-BS WEEDY SEA DRAGON / SEAHORSE - Adult male with egg cases on tail Phyllopteryx taeniolatus Auscape Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Lotus flower temple, Bahai Temple, New Delhi, India, Asia

Star-nose Mole - close-up of nose
PG-101 Star-nosed MOLE - close-up of nose N.E. USA and S.E. Canada Condylura cristata Paul Germain Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Iiwi Bird COS 583 Vestiaria coccinea - Hawaiian endemic on Ohia tree, Big Island Hawaii © Bill Coster ARDEA LONDON
COS-583 Liwi Bird - in tree canopy Hawaiian endemic perched in Ohia tree, Big Island Hawaii Vestiaria coccinea Bill Coster Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Coleus "Winsome" - (under glass) in beautiful Victorian greenhouses at West Dean Gardens, West Sussex. UK
DAD-1694 Coleus "Winsome" - (under glass) in beautiful Victorian greenhouses. West Dean Gardens. UK. September. Coleus blumei Also known as Flame nettle or Painted nettle David C Dixon

The TransAmerica Pyramid, at 260m the tallest building in San Francisco, California, USA

Larval (and pupal) case of bagworm, or psychid moth, constructed of plant fragments
ROG-11484 BAGWORM / PSYCHID MOTH - larval and pupal case of Bagworm or Psychid moth, constructed of plant fragments Psyche sp Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes

European mole cricket. Europe
PPG-1525 European MOLE CRICKET - close-up of head Europe Gryllotalpa Gryllotalpa Or.: Europe occidentale Pascal Goetgheluck Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Fossil Mantis in Amber - Dominican Republlic - 15-40 million years old - oligocene
CAN-2446 Fossil Mantis in Amber - Dominican Republlic 15-40 million years old oligocene and miocene - amber is hardened tree resin which preserves organisms trapped inside - Dominican amber comes

White Bengal / Indian Tiger - cub
LA-2564 White Bengal / Indian Tiger - cub panthera tigris Jean Michel Labat Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Masked faces and costumes at the Venice Carnival, with gondolas on waterfront and San Giorgio Maggiore behind, Venice, Veneto, Italy, Europe

Red Rocks, Arbatax, island of Sardinia, Italy, Mediterranean, Europe

Buddhist monk looking over the Valley of the Puna Tsang River, Trongsa Dzong, Trongsa, Bhutan, Himalayas, Asia

Great Hammerhead Shark
VT-4250 GREAT HAMMERHEAD SHARK Sphyrna mokarran Valerie & Ron Taylor Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Czechoslovakian Wolfdog
LA-1798 DOG - Czechoslovakian Wolfdog History: In 1982 the Czechoslovakian Wolfdog was recognised as a breed. It resulted from the cross-breed match between a Geman Shepherd dog

Adelie Penguin
CH-853 ADELIE PENGUINS - leaping off ice Pygoscelis adeliae Clem Haagner Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Grunting Toadfish - Indo-West Pacific
PM-9794 Grunting TOADFISH Indo-West Pacific Allenbatrachus grunniens Pat Morris Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Dog - Papillon, sitting
LA-1315 Dog - Papillon, sitting Jean Michel Labat Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Devon Rex Cat In grass
LA-1009 Devon Rex Cat In grass Jean Michel Labat Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Unusual Bed Cupboard
A sleeping cupboard with seven shelves for seven people, plus the essential ladder!

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

"Unusual Moments Captured: Singers Elton John and Rod Stewart Enjoy a Relaxing Bath at Watford Football Ground" In a surprising turn of events, music legends Elton John and Rod Stewart were spotted indulging in an unconventional activity at the Watford football ground. The two iconic singers, known for their larger-than-life personas, decided to unwind by taking a bath together amidst the stadium's facilities. This unexpected sight left fans bewildered yet amused as they witnessed these renowned artists embracing their playful side. "A Rare Encounter: Brown Bear and Grey Wolf Coexist in Wetlands of Kuhmo" Nature enthusiasts were treated to an extraordinary spectacle when a brown bear (Ursus arctos) and grey wolf (Canis lupus) were captured sharing the same habitat within the wetlands of Kuhmo. Despite being natural competitors, these majestic creatures seemed to have found harmony in this unique ecosystem. Witnessing such coexistence between predator and prey serves as a reminder that nature constantly surprises us with its intricate dynamics. "The Architectural Marvel: La Sagrada Familia Stands Tall Amidst Barcelona's Skyline" Gaudi's masterpiece, La Sagrada Familia, stands as an awe-inspiring testament to human creativity and devotion. This magnificent basilica has captivated visitors from around the world with its intricate design and breathtaking beauty. Its towering spires reach towards the heavens while its ornate facades tell stories of faith and artistry. A visit to this architectural wonder is truly an unforgettable experience. "Cultural Heritage Unveiled: Three Welsh Women Embrace Tradition Through Traditional Costume" Immersed in vibrant colors and rich heritage, three Welsh women proudly don traditional costumes that symbolize their cultural roots. With each stitch representing centuries-old traditions passed down through generations, these outfits serve as living artifacts preserving Wales' unique identity. Their gracefulness evokes nostalgia for times gone by while celebrating the enduring spirit of Welsh culture. "The Supersonic Marvel.