A few examples of appraisal values for
OYSTER SHELL

• UNSIGNED, OYSTER SHELL, OIL ON
  UNSIGNED, OYSTER SHELL, OIL ON CANVASUnsigned, Oyster Shell, Oil on Canvas, painted in tones of lavender, blue, and gray on a white background, in a giltwood frame. Frame size: 37 in. x 31 in. MEASURMENTS: Height: by sight 35 1/2 in. x W
• KIM SEYBERT OYSTER SHELL PLACEMATS,
  KIM SEYBERT OYSTER SHELL PLACEMATS, 13 Kim Seybert capiz oyster shell veneer placemats, with labels to reverse. 15? diameter. Provenance: Property removed from the 5th Avenue residence of Jill and Ken Iscol
• KIM SEYBERT OYSTER SHELL PLACEMATS,
  KIM SEYBERT OYSTER SHELL PLACEMATS, 12 Kim Seybert capiz oyster shell purple veneer placemats, with labels to reverse. 15? diameter. Provenance: Property removed from the 5th Avenue residence of Jill and Ken Iscol
• BRONZE OYSTER SHELL VIDE POCHE
  BRONZE OYSTER SHELL VIDE POCHE Bronze sculpture in the form of an oyster shell, bearing illegible initials. 7" L x 2.5" W.
• SANTO DOMINGO PUEBLO DISC & SHELL
  SANTO DOMINGO PUEBLO DISC & SHELL NECKLACENative American beaded necklace, attributed by consignor to Cipriano Garcia, Santo Domingo Pueblo, eight disc beads inlaid with spiny oyster shell, central shell pendant approx 2 7/8"h, 3"w, unsigned, overall: approx 27.5"l, 344 grams
• (8) FRENCH GIEN MAJOLICA OYSTER
  (8) FRENCH GIEN MAJOLICA OYSTER SHELL PLATES(lot of 8) French majolica oyster plates, Gien, early 20th c., each with six scallop shell wells, accented with pink and blue glazes, approx 9.5"diam; 8.75lbs total
• (2) NATIVE AMERICAN DOUBLE-STRAND
  (2) NATIVE AMERICAN DOUBLE-STRAND HEISHI NECKLACES(lot of 2) Native American double-stranded heishi beaded necklaces, including: (1) with turquoise disc beads, each strand with five central teardrop-form beads, on braided cord, approx 24"l, (1) with turquoise and red coral disc beads, each strand with five central teardrop-form spiny oyster shell beads, on twisted cord, approx 20"l; 72 grams total *Provenance: The family of Alfred A. King (Texas, 1916-2006) great-grandson of Captain Richard King, founder of the now 825,000 acre Texas King Ranch.*
• NATIVE AMERICAN SILVER BELT
  NATIVE AMERICAN SILVER BELT BUCKLE & KEEPERSNative American silver belt buckle and keepers, set with turquoise, spiny oyster shell, mother of pearl, and jet, decorative rope-twist edge, buckle with engraved signature A, buckle only: approx 1 7/8"l, 1.5"w; 36 grams total (inclusive of all materials) *Provenance: The family of Alfred A. King (Texas, 1916-2006) great-grandson of Captain Richard King, founder of the now 825,000 acre Texas King Ranch.*
• NATIVE AMERICAN SPINY OYSTER
  NATIVE AMERICAN SPINY OYSTER SHELL BEADED NECKLACENative American beaded necklace, Santo Domingo Pueblo, with spiny oyster shell heishi beads, central shell pendant inlaid with turquoise, shell: approx 3.75"h, 3.5"w, necklace: approx 31"l, 195 grams *Provenance: The family of Alfred A. King (Texas, 1916-2006) great-grandson of Captain Richard King, founder of the now 825,000 acre Texas King Ranch.*
• NATIVE AMERICAN TURQUOISE BEADED
  NATIVE AMERICAN TURQUOISE BEADED NECKLACENative American necklace, with a variety of turquoise, coral, spiny oyster shell, and mother of pearl beads, accented with bear and bird stone fetish beads, silver (content unknown) bell, central large turquoise stone pendant, approx 15.5"l (flat), pendant: approx 2"h, 1.5"w, 104 grams (for shipping purposes only)
• (13) FRENCH MAJOLICA OYSTER SHELL
  (13) FRENCH MAJOLICA OYSTER SHELL PLATES, PLATTER(lot of 13) French majolica oyster service, 20th c., with white scallop shell shaped wells, against green glazed ground with embossed basket weave pattern, comprising: (1) round platter, approx 13"diam; (12) plates, approx 9.5"diam, (one) oyster plate with chipped glaze, (one) oyster plate with chipped rim; 19.75lbs total
• (26) FRENCH MAJOLICA OYSTER SHELL
  (26) FRENCH MAJOLICA OYSTER SHELL PLATES, PLATTERS(set of 26) French majolica oyster plates, early to mid 20th c., with white scallop shell shaped wells, against green glazed ground with embossed basket weave pattern, including: (24) individual plates, approx 9.5"diam, (2) serving plates, approx 13"diam; 40.5lbs total
• NATIVE AMERICAN PUEBLO BEADED
  NATIVE AMERICAN PUEBLO BEADED NECKLACE JACLANative American Pueblo beaded necklace, two stands of spiny oyster shell beads with polished turquoise stations, turquoise heishi jacla accented with white striated shell and red trade beads, strands wrapped with cotton threads at neck, approx 32"l (excluding jacla), 188 gram **Provenance: a private Austin, Texas estate**
• ZUNI RAYMOND QUAM SILVER INLAID
  ZUNI RAYMOND QUAM SILVER INLAID CHIEF BOLO TIENative American silver (content unknown) bolo tie, Raymond Quam (Zuni Pueblo, 1938-1971), slide depicting a chief in profile with feather bonnet, set with turquoise, jet, spiny oyster shell, and abalone shell, on braided black leather cord with silver conical aglets, stamped R. Quam, slide only: approx 3.75"h, 2.75"w, 75 grams (inclusive of all materials) **Note: Raymond Quam’s work is found in the collection of the Smithsonian Museum of the American Indian.****Provenance: a Florida estate**
• GROUP OF THREE SILVER PLATE SHELL
  GROUP OF THREE SILVER PLATE SHELL FORM SPOON WARMERSComprising: A James Dixon & Sons warmer, pseudo marks A scalloped warmer, unmarked An oyster shell warmer, registration mark for January 28, 1875 The largest 4 1/2 x 7 1/2 x 3 1/2 in. Condition Each with wear. The Dixon with a bruised cover which does not close completely. The scalloped with a small bruise and split to the cover. Otherwise in good condition.Not withstanding this report or any discussion concerning condition of a lot, all lots are offered and sold "as is" in accordance with our conditions of sale.
• WEDGWOOD TRANSFER PRINTED AND
  WEDGWOOD TRANSFER PRINTED AND ENRICHED PEARLWARE DESSERT SERVICEImpressed mark. Comprising: A shell shaped compote and underplate A scallop shell shaped dish An oyster shell shaped dish A pair of sauce tureens, covers and underplates Eight plates The plates 8 in. diam., (13 pcs). Condition Minor wear overall and a few minor losses to the decoration. Several plates with tiny rim nicks, one plate with crazing and staining to the field. Otherwise in good condition.Not withstanding this report or any discussion concerning condition of a lot, all lots are offered and sold "as is" in accordance with our conditions of sale.
• EUROPEAN SCHOOL: OYSTER SHELLSInk
  EUROPEAN SCHOOL: OYSTER SHELLSInk on paper, variously inscribed on the reverse; together with 20th Century School: Gleaners , reproduction, signed in pencil; and Lamentation III , ink on paper, indistinctly signed upper right, titled lower right. 18 x 11 1/4 in. (sheet), 17 x 20 3/4 in. (sheet), 16 x 24 in. (sheet), all unframed. Condition Oysters taped to the mat around the sheet edges and with some soiling and staining. Others in good condition.Not withstanding this report or any discussion concerning condition of a lot, all lots are offered and sold "as is" in accordance with our conditions of sale.
• (3) Decorative baskets, c/o white
  (3) Decorative baskets, c/o white painted metal basket form planter, basket form planter, twisted metal basket with oyster shells, largest 5"h x 23"w x 13"d, light wear to each
• FRANK YELLOWHORSE INLAID SILVER
  FRANK YELLOWHORSE INLAID SILVER PENDANT NECKLACE Frank Yellowhorse Navajo Native American multi-stone inlay sterling silver pendant necklace, the mosaic on the charm inlaid with lapis lazuli, spiny oyster shell, turquoise, mother-of-pearl, and onyx, signed and marked "Navajo / Sterling" reverse of pendant. Weight: 2.76 ozt. inclusive of stones; chain: 19.75" L; pendant: 3.75" L x 1.5" W.
• JEWELRY: TWO PIECES OF ZUNI STYLE
  JEWELRY: TWO PIECES OF ZUNI STYLE INLAID STERLING SILVER, INCLUDING A LARGE PENDANT, EAGLE CARVED OYSTER SHELL WITH POLYCHROME WINGS, MARKED "R, HANDCRAFTED" VERSO, 4 1/2" H.; AND A CUFF BRACELET, POLYCHROME PATTERN W...JEWELRY: Two pieces of Zuni style inlaid sterling silver, including a large pendant, eagle carved oyster shell with polychrome wings, marked "R, Handcrafted" verso, 4 1/2" h.; and a cuff bracelet, polychrome pattern with turquoise accents, signed "RRG" on inside of cuff, 2 1/4" diam.; wear consistent with age and use on both, including tarnishing. [Total Weight including non sterling parts: 4.7 ozt. tw.]
• Seashell form decorative items to
  Seashell form decorative items to include (3) Louisville Stoneware potpourri shells, a brass shell topped covered box, Arthur Court pewter shell dish, Colonial York pewter seashell, a large brass seashell dish, 8 1/4", a brass oyster shell footed dish, 9 1/2"L, a glazed nautilus tile, porcelain Mottahedeh scallop shell dish.
• WAH MING CHANG (CHINESE/AMERICAN,
  WAH MING CHANG (CHINESE/AMERICAN, 1917 - 2003) 3 ¼" x 6" x 5 ¼" overall Bronze sculpture of adorable sea otter working on opening oyster shell, with attention to great details; signed in the bronze back, as well as on its walnut base "Wah Chang and tittled "Sea Otter"
• George E. Ohr. Collection of
  George E. Ohr. Collection of seven novelties and tags. c. 1900, bisque and glazed earthenware. 1 h × 4½ w × 3 d in. result: $5,313. estimate: $1,000–1,500. Lot is comprised of an oyster shell, boot with base, vase fragment, brothel token, and two original tags. Impressed signature to each tag ‘G.E. Ohr, Biloxi, Miss.’. Provenance: Collection of James Carpenter, New Jersey
• Tiffany Studios. Rare crab inkwell.
  Tiffany Studios. Rare crab inkwell. c. 1910, patinated bronze, oyster shell. 3½ h × 7½ w × 8 d in. result: $10,710. estimate: $10,000–15,000. Impressed to edge of crab shell ‘TIFFANY STUDIOS NEW YORK 856’. Provenance: Private Collection
• THREE HEAVY STERLING SILVER
  THREE HEAVY STERLING SILVER OYSTER SHELL BOWLS.Three Heavy Sterling Silver Oyster Shell Bowls. 10.4 troy ozs. 4-1/2"l. Condition: : Very good, wear to gold flashing. Condition: Condition: : Very good, wear to gold flashing.
• WHITING MFG. STERLING SEAFOOD FORKS
  WHITING MFG. STERLING SEAFOOD FORKS & SPOON.Six Sterling Silver Seafood Forks and One Spoon by Whiting Mfg. Co. Having seahorse and oyster shell handles. 3 troy ozs. Spoon 6-1/4"l. Condition: : Very good. Condition: Condition: : Very good.
• LOT OF 4 NAVAJO CARVED BEAR
  LOT OF 4 NAVAJO CARVED BEAR FIGURINESHand carved, 3 stone 1 glass. Three bears have turquoise accents, one with turquoise feet and another with red coral and oyster shell. Total weight is approximately 135g. Issued: 20-21st c. Dimensions: 2.5"L, longest Country of Origin: United States Condition: Overall good
• SWAROVSKI SILVER CRYSTAL
  SWAROVSKI SILVER CRYSTAL FIGURINE, OYSTER WITH PEARLBrilliant clear crystal figure of an open oyster shell with a simulated pearl inside. Swarovski etched backstamp. Certificate of Authenticity included. Dimensions: 2.5"L x 2.5"W x 2"H Manufacturer: Swarovski Country of Origin: Austria Condition: Age related wear.
• (2 PC) SWAROVSKI CRYSTAL
  (2 PC) SWAROVSKI CRYSTAL TREASURES BOX FIGURINESDESCRIPTION: (2 Pc) A Swarovski faceted crystal glass treasures box grouping set. This two pieces grouping set includes: one (1) faceted crystal glass oyster shell with a pearl, and one (1) treasure trinket box with multicolor crystals jewels. Marked with the Swarovski swan engraved logo mark. Includes original boxes. CIRCA: 20th Century. ORIGIN: Austria. DIMENSIONS: W: 2 1/2" H: 2" and W: 1 3/4" H: 1 3/4". with pedestal H: 2 3/4" and 4 1/2". Have a similar item to sell? Contact: Info@Akibaantiques.com. CONDITION: Good condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS(305)-332-9274. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission."
• PUEBLO TURQUOISE JACLAS
  PUEBLO TURQUOISE JACLAS NECKLACEPueblo turquoise nugget necklace with two jaclas, turquoise nuggets separated by oyster shell beads, one jacla with heishi turquoise and shell teeth, the other jacla with heishi turquoise and heishi shell; both with red trade beads. 31" L necklace plus 5 3/4" L jaclas. 1st half 20th century. Provenance: Property of a private Kansas collection. Condition: Overall very good condition.
• 2 WHITING SHELL ENAMELED GILT
  2 WHITING SHELL ENAMELED GILT STERLING SILVER SERVERSRare Whiting Manufacturing Company gilt sterling silver marine theme serving fork and spoon, with purple and yellow enamel oyster shell decoration. Both approximately 9" L. Early 20th century. 9.065 troy ounces. Condition: Overall very good condition with some minute scattered chips to enamel and light oxidation.
• AMERICAN SCHOOL O/C PAINTING, STILL
  AMERICAN SCHOOL O/C PAINTING, STILL LIFE W/ ASIAN VASES...American School oil on canvas Chinoiserie still life depicting a blue and white Canton porcelain vase with yellow flowers, a lidded jar, and part of an oyster shell on a wooden table with light purple drapery against an Asian style screen in the background. Signed "V. Gernaty Ky" lower right. Eitel's Milwaukee label, en verso. Housed in a gilt wood frame. Sight: 25" H x 29 1/2" W. Framed: 29" H x 33 1/2" W. The Estate of Carl Klein, Brentwood, Tennessee. Condition: Overall very good condition with faint stretcher marks, primarily across the top of the canvas.
• CHUNG LING SOO MYSTERIES. THE BIRTH
  CHUNG LING SOO MYSTERIES. THE BIRTH OF THE PEARL.Chung Ling Soo (William E. Robinson). Chung Ling Soo Mysteries. The Birth of the Pearl. Acton: Weiners Litho, ca. 1915. Half-sheet color lithograph advertising the illusion in which a sea nymph appeared inside a giant oyster shell. Signed “Val Prince” in the image. 29 x 20”. Linen backed. A fine and bright impression, unrestored, with a single short closed tear to left margin. A.
• TWO PALISSY WARE FAIENCE
  TWO PALISSY WARE FAIENCE PLATTERS, REPTILE AND SHELLS, ...TWO PALISSY WARE FAIENCE PLATTERS, REPTILE AND SHELLS, FRENCH, 19TH CENTURY, each platter with scalloped edges, one platter centering a whelk shell, a frog, a salamander battle, clams, and an oyster shell among leaves on a blue ground, and the second platter arranged with two green crayfish, frogs, and shells centering an interlocking curled blue serpent, the ground carved with florette rondelles and radiating petals, each verso incised marked. 16" x 12" Note: after Bernard Palissy (French c. 1510-1589). Provenance: Property of an Important Houston Antiques Dealer Condition: Dust and mild surface soil, one small chip, overall in good to very good condition, wear commensurate with age. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS.” NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
• LARGE CONTEMPORARY NAUTICAL
  LARGE CONTEMPORARY NAUTICAL OYSTER SHELL ENCRUSTED OVAL...Large Contemporary Nautical Oyster Shell Encrusted Oval Mirror, multiple courses of oyster shells with sea snail shell liner Height 38in. Width 31 in. Condition: Items may have wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Please contact the gallery for further details prior to bidding. Any condition statement given as a courtesy should not be treated as fact.
• FORTUNATO, P., (Italian, 20th
  FORTUNATO, P., (Italian, 20th Century): Two Oils/Canvas: 1) Still Life with Mask and Books, 22.5'' x 30.25'', signed lower right, framed, 25'' x 32.5''; 2) Still Life with Books and Oyster Shell, 22.5'' x 30.25'', signed lower right, framed, 25'' x 33''.