Central WI For Sale, but a very Unique Exp Tons of pics
Apr 30, 2019 18:22:35 GMT -5
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Post by fernwood on Apr 30, 2019 18:22:35 GMT -5
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That was interesting.
Went to see the local person who was selling most of his rock collection and equipment/supplies. He is still holding firm to sell everything as a package deal. All rocks. Some rough, some slabs, some polished. All equipment/supplies. 3 large totes of books/magazines. Many that he described as collectible, first editions.
A couple thousand pounds of rough alone. There are lots of specimens, but many other, lapidary quality items.
All of the grit/polishes would fit in 2 large totes.
The grinding/polishing spare belts/wheels, flat lap attachments and new saw blades would fit into about 2 large totes.
On the plus side, I was able to see/photograph some amazing rocks. Also, helped him ID some things.
He was very proud of his Fairburn collection.
Many of these were purchased from Roger Clark and are pictured in the first couple editions of his Fairburn Agate book.
I was able to hold a couple of what he called $200.00 Fairburn’s. I had no idea they were that valuable.
He said the shelf of Fairburn’s had a $2000.00 value alone.
One shelf of agates from Brazil and Australia.
One shelf of Lakers.
All items on the shelves were polished and between 3” and 6”.
Lots of Grandfather Stones and Lake Superior Concretions. Two bins, plus some flats. He said the flats were appraised at about $250.00 each. Some of the other, smaller concretions are in what are considered Sacred patterns by the Ashinabe in WI.
A couple bins of float Copper, up to 14” long.
A bin of assorted, green rocks. I was able to ID some as Jade.
Two bins of slabs, up to 12” long.
A bin of assorted, high quality specimens.
Several bins of Lakers, up to 6” in size.
A couple bins of Pet Wood. Some from AZ, Some from the Dakota’s.
A bin of lace agate rough, up to 14” long.
A couple bins of what he called blue stuff. Most of the contents appears to be medium to higher grade Chrysocola. I did not see any Gem Silca in the mix. Pieces up to 14” long.
Lake Superior/Michigan Fossils.
Many other bins of beautiful material.
He also showed me the display items in the house. There was a basket full of the Lake Superior concretions that are very special.
The items are very diverse. It may be tough to find one buyer for all, unless it is a broker, who will split everything up.
Come to find out, he is just “downsizing”, prior to a move. Him and his wife go rock hunting around the country, often. He is a diver, so collects many materials that way. They plan to continue to collect and purchase new equipment for refining their finds.
We had a great time talking today. It was very obvious he is extremely proud of his collection. Family heirloom type proud. His passion was amazing. I appreciate this type of passion, as I often have the same. But, I am realistic and knowledgeable about current markets for collectibles
Here are most of the photos. Sorry, did not take time to resize them or make any adjustments, except for cropping. If you have any questions about a specific photo, let me know. I will be posting a few others under the Specimen and ID Forums, including a great piece of float copper he gave me.
I often see on RTH where someone encounters the chance of a lifetime to get some great items. I have the chance, but cannot afford to do so.
Enjoy the show.
That was interesting.
Went to see the local person who was selling most of his rock collection and equipment/supplies. He is still holding firm to sell everything as a package deal. All rocks. Some rough, some slabs, some polished. All equipment/supplies. 3 large totes of books/magazines. Many that he described as collectible, first editions.
A couple thousand pounds of rough alone. There are lots of specimens, but many other, lapidary quality items.
All of the grit/polishes would fit in 2 large totes.
The grinding/polishing spare belts/wheels, flat lap attachments and new saw blades would fit into about 2 large totes.
On the plus side, I was able to see/photograph some amazing rocks. Also, helped him ID some things.
He was very proud of his Fairburn collection.
Many of these were purchased from Roger Clark and are pictured in the first couple editions of his Fairburn Agate book.
I was able to hold a couple of what he called $200.00 Fairburn’s. I had no idea they were that valuable.
He said the shelf of Fairburn’s had a $2000.00 value alone.
One shelf of agates from Brazil and Australia.
One shelf of Lakers.
All items on the shelves were polished and between 3” and 6”.
Lots of Grandfather Stones and Lake Superior Concretions. Two bins, plus some flats. He said the flats were appraised at about $250.00 each. Some of the other, smaller concretions are in what are considered Sacred patterns by the Ashinabe in WI.
A couple bins of float Copper, up to 14” long.
A bin of assorted, green rocks. I was able to ID some as Jade.
Two bins of slabs, up to 12” long.
A bin of assorted, high quality specimens.
Several bins of Lakers, up to 6” in size.
A couple bins of Pet Wood. Some from AZ, Some from the Dakota’s.
A bin of lace agate rough, up to 14” long.
A couple bins of what he called blue stuff. Most of the contents appears to be medium to higher grade Chrysocola. I did not see any Gem Silca in the mix. Pieces up to 14” long.
Lake Superior/Michigan Fossils.
Many other bins of beautiful material.
He also showed me the display items in the house. There was a basket full of the Lake Superior concretions that are very special.
The items are very diverse. It may be tough to find one buyer for all, unless it is a broker, who will split everything up.
Come to find out, he is just “downsizing”, prior to a move. Him and his wife go rock hunting around the country, often. He is a diver, so collects many materials that way. They plan to continue to collect and purchase new equipment for refining their finds.
We had a great time talking today. It was very obvious he is extremely proud of his collection. Family heirloom type proud. His passion was amazing. I appreciate this type of passion, as I often have the same. But, I am realistic and knowledgeable about current markets for collectibles
Here are most of the photos. Sorry, did not take time to resize them or make any adjustments, except for cropping. If you have any questions about a specific photo, let me know. I will be posting a few others under the Specimen and ID Forums, including a great piece of float copper he gave me.
I often see on RTH where someone encounters the chance of a lifetime to get some great items. I have the chance, but cannot afford to do so.
Enjoy the show.
