Cut and Polished Fossil Sponge in Flint Nodule

拍品描述

Cretaceous Period, circa 80 million years B.P. An oval pebble cut in half and polished to a high degree with a small crystal-lined cavity on one side. 315 grams total, 80-81 mm (3 1/8 in.). [2, No Reserve] From Beachy Head, Sussex, UK. From the private collection of Kenneth Machin (1936-2020), Buckinghamshire, UK; his collection of antiquities and natural history was formed since 1948; thence by descent. TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists. See our website for more information.

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