Lot # 69 - Mid-Century Collected Study Set – Obsidian & Bone Fragments

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Pickup Instructions: Friday pick-up inPuyallup from 10:00-7:00pm
Start Date/Time: 27-Aug-2025 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 03-Sep-2025 8:12:00 PM
Current bid:

$51.00

Highest bidder:

Mctroy1966

Auction has ended

Description :

Mid-Century Collected Study Set – Obsidian & Bone Fragments (Shemya Island, 1949)

A fascinating small study collection of stone and bone fragments, gathered in 1949 on Shemya Island, Alaska by Alice R. Smith (documented by original handwritten note included).

Contents include:

  • Obsidian and stone fragments, some worked into sharp-edged points

  • Carved and polished bone pieces in assorted sizes, likely used for practical or decorative purposes

  • Natural bone and tooth fragments with rich aged patina

Provenance: Collected Shemya Island, 1949 (noted by Alice R. Smith)
Materials: Obsidian, stone, bone
Era: Mid-20th century collected study set
Condition: Well-preserved with natural wear, patina, and chipping consistent with age.

Notes: This collection was assembled as part of mid-century field interest in geology and natural history. Presented together, they serve as an excellent study group or display set for enthusiasts of natural materials and early collecting practices.



Auction History

Highest bidder is Mctroy1966

Date Bid User
03-Sep-2025 8:07:54 PM $51.00 Mctroy1966
03-Sep-2025 7:47:37 PM $32.00 Alisha
03-Sep-2025 7:47:37 PM $31.00 Arrow999
02-Sep-2025 2:17:02 PM $26.00 Alisha
02-Sep-2025 2:17:02 PM $25.00 Mctroy1966
02-Sep-2025 2:16:53 PM $21.00 Alisha
02-Sep-2025 2:16:53 PM $20.00 Mctroy1966
27-Aug-2025 4:38:44 PM $16.00 Alisha
27-Aug-2025 2:53:25 PM $5.00 Mctroy1966

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