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Post by Rockoonz on Feb 18, 2017 1:10:43 GMT -5
I have been working with the Mt Hood Rock club on an estate sale for the family of some members and lifelong rockhounds. The sale will be held at the home near Camas WA. on the weekend of March 3-5. The address will be available the night before to prevent people from disturbing the residents. Tons of lapidary slabs and rough, from .50 cents a lb and up Some of the things available: (Many are no longer mined) Biggs and Deschutes Jasper, Owyhee picture Jaspers Morrisonite, Willow Creek, Rocky Butte picture jasper Tons of thunder eggs, cut and uncut Obsidians rainbows and sheens, mahogany Agates from all over, Lace agates, Plumes and moss agates Brazil, Piranha, Condor agates Jade Chryssocolla, Azurite, Malachite, Gem Silica, Chrysophrase. India Moss, jasper, bloodstone Many varieties of petrified wood and limb casts Cabs, Jewelry, and findings Equipment, tools, and supplies 24 and 12 inch slab saws Genie and extra new wheels Sphere Machine It's priced to sell, it all needs to go in a weekend Sales will be cash only           |
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Fossilman
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Post by Fossilman on Feb 18, 2017 10:45:38 GMT -5
HOLY MOLLY! Got it written down!
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Post by cobbledstones on Feb 18, 2017 11:40:01 GMT -5
looks like a great sale!
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Post by Rockoonz on Feb 18, 2017 12:18:05 GMT -5
It's been pretty amazing, I think when he went rockhounding he only took the best home with him.
To the local folks, there is also a craigs list posting and a Facebook post in the NW rockhounds group and on Mt Hoods page.
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lparker
fully equipped rock polisher
Still doing too much for being retired!
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Post by lparker on Feb 18, 2017 18:26:33 GMT -5
How much for the Richardson's?
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Post by Rockoonz on Feb 19, 2017 1:51:52 GMT -5
How much for the Richardson's? Richardson's thunder eggs? We're selling those by the bucket, all the uncut eggs smaller than about softball sized are in about 3 gallon buckets that average about 25 lbs and will go for $15.00 each. Larger eggs and cut eggs are $1.00/lb. I don't think shipping is going to be possible, I go to Portland to look at a collection tomorrow to see if I can help sell it, clubs show is in April and I'm the dealer chair, then we will be doing our own sale, all while I'm doing 40 plus hours on the dat job and Elizabeth is starting a new job. |
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lparker
fully equipped rock polisher
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Post by lparker on Feb 19, 2017 8:13:06 GMT -5
I'd take a couple barrels worth if they could be freighted to me.  But I was asking about the hi speed grinder ( but that would have to be freighted to me also) |
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Post by Rockoonz on Feb 19, 2017 14:03:11 GMT -5
The HS sander is a home made copy of the RRR unit. It's quite a bit taller so shipping would be really spendy if I found the time. There is a local guy who builds them, best way to do it would be like build it yourself cabinets with the precut panels, hood and motor all packed flat.
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Post by cobbledstones on Feb 19, 2017 14:31:50 GMT -5
It's been pretty amazing, I think when he went rockhounding he only took the best home with him. To the local folks, there is also a craigs list posting and a Facebook post in the NW rockhounds group and on Mt Hoods page. saw the ad on craigslist, I will make the trip up. Pretty interested in sphere machine and drop saw, and of course lots of the rough. Settled on an asking price for the sphere machine yet? |
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jgrocks
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Post by jgrocks on Feb 19, 2017 19:15:12 GMT -5
I might make it down there, 3 hour drive here. So is it mostly slabs/rough/thundereggs by the bucket/lbs for sale? I just saw the ad as well, is it really 12:00 afternoon start time or should I show up at 8-9am?
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Post by spiceman on Feb 19, 2017 21:58:42 GMT -5
That looks it has some nice equipment and rough, but a flight from Ohio is just to much to ask. Maybe next time.
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Post by Rockoonz on Feb 19, 2017 22:31:13 GMT -5
Friday will be 12, Saturday and Sunday will be 10AM.
I have a pretty good idea where everything is going to be price wise except for the sphere machine and a couple other items.
Haven't been able to find the cups for the sphere machine or the arbor shaft adaptor for the trim saw kit for the Genie. Both will affect the pricing quite a bit. The drop saw has scary wiring and I probably won't get a chance to get it sorted out, it will probably have a $100.00 sale price at the most. There will be bid slips and a box for offers on equipment that will be checked and awarded on Sunday if there's anything left.
Yesterday we found Seraphinite randomly in one of the 100 plus buckets that were stored outside.
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petronek
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Post by petronek on Feb 21, 2017 21:07:32 GMT -5
how much for the lemon chrsophase
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Post by Rockoonz on Feb 21, 2017 22:57:44 GMT -5
how much for the lemon chrsophase There are several pieces individually priced, some of the more knowledgable members priced them so I have no idea. My focus has been equipment since that's something I'm better with. I might spend some time with the rock in the house Saturday when we finish setting up, if so I can look. |
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TRG
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Post by TRG on Mar 1, 2017 10:38:10 GMT -5
Looks like a lot of fun to go through.. wish I was closer.
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Post by Rockoonz on Mar 1, 2017 22:39:30 GMT -5
Here's todays update.
ROCK AND EQUIPMENT SALE - MARCH 3rd, 4th &5th
FRIDAY 12-5, SATURDAY 10-5, SUNDAY 10-3
Please read carefully….
Do Not Arrive Early. This is a gated property on a narrow, busy road. There will be no parking on the street and gate will NOT be open prior to the posted times. Parking is limited. Please carpool as much as is possible. There is a market and a grange hall nearby for those who may arrive to the area early. Please do not block the road or the driveway.
ALL SALES ARE FINAL
CASH ONLY
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Post by Rockoonz on Mar 2, 2017 22:19:07 GMT -5
DAVID WELSH ESTATE
ROCK AND EQUIPMENT SALE - MARCH 3rd, 4th &5th
26600 NE BRUNNER RD. CAMAS, WASHINGTON
FRIDAY 12-5, SATURDAY 10-5, SUNDAY 10-3
Please read carefully….
Do Not Arrive Early. This is a gated property on a narrow, busy road. There will be no parking on the street and gate will NOT be open prior to the posted times. Parking is limited. Please carpool as much as is possible. There is a market and a grange hall nearby (east on Brunner) for those who may arrive to the area early. Please do not block the road or the driveway.
Equipment: 24 & 12” slab saws, Genie, extra/new wheels, Sphere grinder & more. All equipment will be sold in “AS IS” condition.
Materials Include: Biggs, Owyhee, Deschutes, Morrisonite, Willow Creek & Rocky Butte Jaspers; Lace, Plume, Moss, Brazil, Piranha & Condor Agates; Rainbow, Silver/Gold Sheen, Electric Blue, Snowflake & Mahogany Obsidians; Jade, Chrysocolla, Azurite, Malachite, Gem Silica, Chrysophrase, India Moss, Bloodstone, Tiffany Stone and more. Large variety of cut, whole and polished Thunder Eggs; Several varieties of Petrified Wood and Limb Casts.
Thousands of slabs starting at .25 cents each; grab bags of assorted and similar material, finished cabochons, jewelry, belt buckles; Outdoor material starting at .50 cents per pound.
ALL SALES ARE FINAL
CASH ONLY
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Fossilman
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Post by Fossilman on Mar 3, 2017 16:34:12 GMT -5
Got a few rockhounding friends headed there....
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sphereguy
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Post by sphereguy on Mar 3, 2017 19:04:51 GMT -5
Met hood club did an amazing job helping with this estate. I had tons of fun there today and when I get acquainted with how to post pictures I'll show some of my spoils.
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But I was asking about the hi speed grinder ( but that would have to be freighted to me also)
