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19thc Specimen Collection of Coral and Starfish
Noah Valentine Antiques Ltd
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19thc Specimen Collection of Coral and Starfish

19th century
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Very comprehensive, decorative collection of period coral and starfish.

Some nice examples with the 8 pieces of coral mounted on period, ebonised, turned wooden bases.

Within the collection are 5 period starfish of various sizes.

UK delivery £45 please message for international shipping quotes

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Noah Valentine Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Coral Specimen Collection to the 19th Century.

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Very comprehensive, decorative collection of period coral and starfish.

Some nice examples with the 8 pieces of coral mounted on period, ebonised, turned wooden bases.

Within the collection are 5 period starfish of various sizes.

UK delivery £45 please message for international shipping quotes

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Noah Valentine Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Coral Specimen Collection to the 19th Century.

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A collection of nineteenth-century marine natural history specimens including branched white coral on turned wooden plinths and dried starfish.
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Archive I A collection of nineteenth-century marine natural history specimens including branched white coral on turned wooden plinths and dried starfish.

19thc specimen collection of coral and starfish

Archive II A collection of nineteenth-century marine natural history specimens including branched white coral on turned wooden plinths and dried starfish. View II
Archive III A collection of nineteenth-century marine natural history specimens including branched white coral on turned wooden plinths and dried starfish. View III
Archive IV A collection of nineteenth-century marine natural history specimens including branched white coral on turned wooden plinths and dried starfish. View IV
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Noah Valentine Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07719 082630
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Keyhaven
Lymington
Hampshire
United Kingdom

Viewings by appointment only.
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Items For Sale 38
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Noah Valentine Antiques Ltd
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A collection of nineteenth-century marine natural history specimens including branched white coral on turned wooden plinths and dried starfish.
19thc specimen collection of coral and starfish
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A collection of nineteenth-century marine natural history specimens including branched white coral on turned wooden plinths and dried starfish.
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During the nineteenth century, natural history became a popular pursuit across Europe, driven by scientific discoveries and the expansion of maritime trade. Enthusiasts assembled natural specimens such as coral, shells, and taxidermy into curated displays known as cabinets of curiosities.

Victorian marine specimens were commonly preserved in a dry state and mounted onto turned wooden bases, often painted black or ebonised to provide visual contrast. Small brass rods, plaster, or hide glues were typically used to secure delicate coral structures to their plinths.

Authentic period specimens display original mounting methods, such as hand-turned timber plinths and historical fastenings rather than modern adhesives. Natural age-related fading, chalky surface textures, and subtle discolouration also distinguish original nineteenth-century items from modern reproductions.

A group of mounted specimens can be displayed on a bookshelf, arranged inside glass cloches, or set atop a sideboard alongside books and brass objects. Grouping items of varying heights creates visual interest and suits both traditional and eclectic modern spaces.

Keep natural marine specimens away from direct sunlight and high humidity to prevent degradation and fading. Remove dust gently using a soft, dry brush or low-pressure air, avoiding water, chemical solvents, or harsh cleaning agents that can dissolve natural calcium structures.
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