Valuable Collection (page 5)

Diamond gemstones. Various sized diamonds cut and polished in the traditional round brilliant shape. Diamond is a naturally occurring form of carbon that has crystallised under great pressure

Sodium chloride crystals
Cut and polished diamond. Diamond is a naturally occurring form of carbon that has crystallised under great pressure. Pure crystals are colourless and transparent

Garnet gemstones. Garnet is a relatively common group of minerals, which can be cut and polished for use in jewellery. Gemstones are solid crystalline substances (minerals)

Diamonds
Cut and polished diamonds. Diamond is a naturally occurring form of carbon that has crystallised under great pressure. Pure crystals are colourless and transparent

Precious gemstones of ruby (red) and garnet (pink). Gemstones are solid crystalline substances (minerals), formed by natural processes, which are prized by collectors and used in jewellery

Diamonds, computer artwork
Cut and polished diamonds, computer artwork. Diamond is a naturally occurring form of carbon that has crystallised under great pressure

Gold wires for jewellery manufacture
Gold wire. Coils of gold wire used to make chains in the jewellery business. The different colours of gold come from various alloyed metals

Gold bullion
Gold. A 250 gram bar of gold bullion. The purity mark on this states that it is 99.99% pure (999.9 parts in 1000). In 2007 the Russian Savings Bank (Sberbank)

Smelting precious metal ores
Smelting. View of a smelting oven used to recover precious metals from their ores. Photographed at the Krastsvetmet plant at Krasnoyarsk, Russia

Moon rock sample. The Apollo moon landings from 1969 to 1972 returned 2, 415 samples and over 380 kilograms of moon rock. Most of this is kept in Houston in the USA

Shetland sheep grazing at Rare Breed Trust Cotswold Farm Park were probably brought to the Shetlands by the Viking
MAB-782 Shetland sheep grazing at Rare Breed Trust Cotswold Farm Park were probably brought to the Shetlands by the Viking settlers

Admiralty Islands - decorated gourds
Decorated gourds from the Admiralty Islands, New Guinea. Pen & Ink with watercolour wash drawings by Raymond Sheppard

Loving Cup Presented to John Wilkes, 1772
Engraving of a Loving Cup presented to John Wilkes, MP and Lord Mayor of London, by the City Corporation on 24th January 1772 in commemoration of his valuable services in defending the freedom of

Lighthouse Chersonese
Cape Chersonese is close to Balaklava, and this lighthouse is a valuable seamark to Allied shipping during the Crimea War

James Anderson, Economist
JAMES ANDERSON - Scottish economist and inventor : actively concerned with the Scottish fisheries, and in agricultural reform, where he made valuable innovations

James Anderson, Botanist
JAMES ANDERSON - Physician- general to the East India Company, made valuable medical innovations in India, important studies of insects and crop introduction

Stephen Hales, Medical
STEPHEN HALES churchman who opposed the drinking of spirits and made valuable medical discoveries

Calendula Arvensis
Field calendula Souci des champs a valuable herb used in homeopathy

Kaffir Bull Sacrifice
Directed by their priest/witch doctor, Kaffirs sacrifice a valuable bull in hope of appeasing their tribal deity

Fragment of Sintrams Evangelium Longum
A fragment of Sintrams Evangelium Longum, a gospel book. It is one of the great treasures of the Monastery and Library of St Gall in Switzerland

China Clay workings near St Austell in Cornwall UK
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Mother of Pearl carving. French Polynesia
Lawson Wood / SplashdownDirect

Lake Skadar embedded between mountains with marshland and isles Lake Skadar National Park, Montenegro
SAS-136 Lake Skadar - embedded between mountains with marshland and isles Lake Skadar National Park, Montenegro Steffen & Alexandra Sailer Please note that prints are for personal display purposes

Lynx two individuals cuddling in winter forest Bavarian Forest National Park, Germany
SAS-66 Lynx - two individuals cuddling in winter forest Bavarian Forest National Park, Germany Lynx lynx Steffen & Alexandra Sailer Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Lynx in winter forest Bavarian Forest National Park, Germany
SAS-65 Lynx - in winter forest Bavarian Forest National Park, Germany Lynx lynx Steffen & Alexandra Sailer Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Unshorn Merino sheep - grazing. Mackenzie Country South Island New Zealand
MAB-606 Unshorn Merino sheep - grazing Mackenzie Country South Island New Zealand Originally prized for the quality of its wool which is tightly crimped

Portraitunshorn Merino sheep. Mackenzie Country South Island New Zealand. Originally prized for the quality of its wool
MAB-604 Portraitunshorn Merino sheep Mackenzie Country South Island New Zealand Originally prized for the quality of its wool which is tightly crimped

Unshorn Merino sheep - Mackenzie Country South Island New Zealand. Originally prized for the quality of its wool which
MAB-605 Unshorn Merino sheep Mackenzie Country South Island New Zealand Originally prized for the quality of its wool which is tightly crimped

Gold stall, Hamadiyyeh Souk, Damascus, Syria, Middle East

Jewellery, Gioielli Tuareg, Southwest desert, Libya, North Africa, Africa

Lake Skadar Fishing boats at Murici beach Lake Skadar National Park, Montenegro
SAS-212 Fishing boats at Murici beach, Lake Skadar Lake Skadar National Park, Montenegro Steffen & Alexandra Sailer Please note that prints are personal display purposes only

Franklin / Trent in Floes
Lieutenant John Franklin on his first expedition: the Trent among ice floes which halted their expedition, although they did bring back some valuable charts

Franklin / Dorothea in Ice
Lieutenant John Franklin on his first expedition: the Dorothea icebound not far from Spitsbergen. The expedition did bring back some valuable charts

Events / Germany 1935
Saar demonstration outside the Reichstag. The valuable mines of the Saar Basin were under French control after WW1. The Saar population decided in 1935 to return to Germany

A Girls Education
A handsome girl is taught to dance, watched by her mother who knows how valuable this accomplishment is in making an advantageous marriage... the facial expressions are superb!

Short Mayo / Mercury
Flying-boat Maia takes off with Mercury on its back, then releases the seaplane, which has not had to expend valuable fuel to get airborne so has a much greater range

Directing Artillery
A French Farman F-40 comes under German fire as it directs artillery fire over Avocourt on the Western Front; this is a valuable but dangerous duty

Bear Baiting C 14
To make things fairer on the dogs - besides, they are valuable - the bear is muzzled so that he cannot bite them. Still, he can use his claws if not his jaws

Thomas Birch, Writer
THOMAS BIRCH Prolific historian and biographer whose works, though dull, are full of valuable information, despite the mockery of Horace Walpole

Archbishops Palace
The archbishops palace, close to Notre-Dame, is sacked by a Paris mob who do incalculable damage to books and manuscripts, artworks and other valuable items

ELF SHOT
ELF-SHOT These flint arrow-heads were supposed to be of fairy origin, and a valuable protection against the Evil Eye

3rd Earl Spencer
JOHN CHARLES SPENCER, third earl SPENCER; previously viscount ALTHORP. Statesman who despite his preference for country pursuits pursued a valuable political career

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"Unveiling the Valuable Treasures: From Oyster Catch to Cartier Bracelets" Discover the hidden gems of Whitstable, where the rare Oyster Catch resides amidst its picturesque shores. As valuable as these feathered creatures are, they pale in comparison to the Three Cartier platinum and diamond bracelets that exude opulence and elegance. Behold the brilliance of a diamond, meticulously crafted into a mesmerizing computer artwork that transcends imagination. Just like this digital masterpiece, Captain Smith's last known photo aboard RMS Titanic captures an invaluable moment frozen in time. Venture eastward to China, where emerald reigns supreme as an important gem adorned with green hues derived from traces of chromium. Its allure rivals even the most precious diamonds showcased alongside it. Delve into history's archives and witness portraits capturing all known valuable breeds of poultry from around the world. Each portrait tells a story of beauty and rarity that only nature can create. Step back in time as you gaze upon a cut diamond safely locked away within a 16th-century Spanish safe. This priceless treasure stands as a testament to Spain's rich heritage and enduring craftsmanship. In Madrid's National Library lies another chapter of Spain's history - remnants from the Spanish Civil War. Among them is an image depicting one member of the Volunteer Women's Militia who provided invaluable service during those tumultuous times. Travel across borders to England, where you'll find yourself captivated by The King's Orb from their illustrious Crown Jewels. Dating back to 1919, this vibrant symbol represents centuries-old tradition and royal splendor. From natural wonders like emeralds and diamonds to historical artifacts safeguarded for generations, these treasures remind us that true value extends beyond monetary worth - they embody our collective human legacy.