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Collected Histories from the Natural & Cultural World
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23 October 2025 14:00 Venue: Online & at David Duggleby, Scarborough, YO11 1XN
Explore a world of wonder with our Nature, Culture & Curiosity sale – a celebration of the rare, the beautiful, and the unusual.From natural marvels to cultural artefacts, this diverse auction brings together objects that intrigue, inspire and delight. Highlights include a striking amethyst crystal cathedral geode, its cavern lined with rich violet crystals, and a finely worked Derbyshire Blue John bowl, showcasing the distinctive beauty of Britain’s treasured mineral.A refined 19th-century French lapis lazuli box with gilt mounts speaks to elegant craftsmanship, while an extraordinary Coco de Mer – the legendary double coconut of the Seychelles – captures the imagination with its rarity and mythic reputation.For admirers of the natural world, there’s an intricate butterfly and moth display case, alive with colour and pattern, alongside a beautifully mounted grey partridge and a characterful Chinese terracotta Foo dog.From geological treasures to cultural curiosities, this sale offers an extraordinary journey through the natural and the manmade – a true celebration of discovery and delight. Browse the catalogue and place your bids.
Tuesday 21st October 9am - 4:30pmWednesday 22nd October 9am - 4:30pmThursday 23rd October from 9am
Buyer's premium 25.00% plus VAT.
In-house post & packing available - see individual lots for prices.
Items to be paid for Thursday, 30 October and collected by Thursday, 30 October
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This auction will be live online from 14:00 23.10.2025 on 23 October 2025
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Dale R, November 2025
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Leslie G, November 2025
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Bridget Helen S, November 2025
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Edith H, November 2025
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Zach Q, October 2025
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Steve H, October 2025
5* service , as always. Many thanks
John P, October 2025
Absolutely top class service. The lot was just as described, the auction was efficient and I love the Denby! Picked up the following day, no issues, great staff. Such a good find. Thank you.
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Dawn G, September 2025
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Barry D, September 2025
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