Encrusted Collection (#3)

Devils Golf Course, Death Valley, USA
Devils Golf Course. Sunrise over Devils Golf Course, Death Valley, USA. The Devils Golf Course is a large salt pan on the floor of Death Valley

Diamond flower brooch
Victorian diamond-encrusted flower with a sapphire at its centre

Butterscotch wulfenite
A large specimen of the mineral wulfenite from the Glove Mine, Arizona, USA

Golden damsel fish (Amblyglyphidodon aureus) in a coral encrusted bottle, Sulawesi, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Coral encrusted biosphere in the marine reserve at Gangga Island, Sulawesi, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

USA, Oregon, Crater Lake NP. Snow-encrusted trees bow to Crater Lake in Crater Lake NP, Oregon

JORDAN. Briny, salt encrusted shoreline on Jordanian side of Dead Sea, worlds lowest at 1, 360 feet below sea level

Fin of a shorthead fangblenny (Petroscirtes breviceps), inside a coral encrusted bottle, Philippines, Southeast Asia, Asia

Coral encrusted tyre at Nalusuan Marine Sanctuary, Cebu, Philippines, Southeast Asia, Asia

Shorthead fangblenny (Petroscirtes breviceps), inside a coral encrusted bottle, Philippines, Southeast Asia, Asia

Coral encrusted porthole on the Lesleen M wreck, a freighter sunk as an artificial reef in 1985 off Anse Cochon Bay, St. Lucia, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Coral encrusted overhang, St. Lucia, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Evening dresses by Philippe et Gaston and Drecoll
Two fashionable ladies wearing boat neckline evening dresses. On the left, a white crepe dress encrusted with pearls with a kite shaped design and ruffle to the side, by Philippe et Gaston

Male snow bunting (Plectrophenax nivalis) perched on rock encrusted with ice feathers. Photographed at around 1100m on the Cairngorm plateau, in Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, at first light

Female snow bunting (Plectrophenax nivalis) sheltering from the wind behind a boulder encrusted with ice feathers. Photographed at around 1100m on the Cairngorm plateau, in Cairngorms National Park

Diver exploring a plane wreck. This heavily encrusted wreck is a fallen Carnauba S-38 biplane. This is the only plane of its kind in existance. It was formally owned by S.C

Nuclear submarine maintenance
Nuclear-powered submarine under preventive repairs

Phyllostachys aureosulcata Spectabilis
Yellow-groove bamboo (Phyllostachys aureosulcata Spectabilis )

USA, Oregon, Crater Lake NP. Pristine snow covers the pines surrounding Crater Lake in Crater Lake National Park, Oregon

USA, Oregon, Crater Lake NP. Trees bow under the weight of winter snow in Crater Lake National Park, Oregon

Saxifraga varieties in a rocky setting
Varieties of Saxifraga, of the Saxifragaceae family (commonly known as saxifrages or stone breakers because of their ability to grow in the cracks between rocks)

Brazil. Gold Washing. Rounded Water-Worn Pebble of Gold with
Worn specimen of gold encrusted pebble, containing 6 oz of gold

Prince of Wales Feather Geyser. Te Puia Thermal Reserve - Whakarewarewatanga Thermal Valley - Rotorua - New Zealand
MAB-774 Prince of Wales Feather Geyser. Te Puia Thermal Reserve - Whakarewarewatanga Thermal Valley - Rotorua - New Zealand

Sulphur covered rocks and geothermal steam. Te Puia Whakarewarewatanga Thermal Valley - Rotorua - New Zealand
MAB-788 Sulphur covered rocks and geothermal steam. Te Puia Whakarewarewatanga Thermal Valley - Rotorua - New Zealand. Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Pair of masked rabbitfish, Siganus puellus, swims over mast encrusted with coral, Shinkoku Maru, Truk lagoon, Chuuk
Andre Seale / SplashdownDirect

Diver with encrusted anchor. Bonaire
Tom Campbell / SplashdownDirect

Wat Phra Chetuphon, formerly Wat Po, founded in the 17th century, the oldest temple in Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

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"Encrusted: A Glimpse into the World of Opulence and Beauty" Step into a world where luxury knows no bounds, as royal crowns and sceptres gleam with encrusted jewels. From the exquisite Winter Egg of 1913, adorned with quartz, platinum, orthoclase, and diamonds to the Imperial State Crown that graced George IV's coronation in 1821 – each piece tells a story of grandeur. Travel afar to Te Tarata hot springs in Rotomahana, New Zealand; witness nature's own encrustations as vibrant minerals form intricate patterns on rocks. Delve beneath the ocean waves to discover a shorthead fangblenny seeking refuge inside a coral-encrusted bottle in Southeast Asia. Marvel at the Alms Dish from c. 1900, crafted meticulously from brass and enamel – an embodiment of artistry. Admire The Alexander Clark Company Advertisement that captures the essence of elegance through its timeless design. Transport yourself back in time to 1905 when an iceberg ensnared a derelict whaling ship – frozen beauty entwined with maritime history. Behold Byzantine Empress' regal attire from the 9th century; her robe adorned with gilt borders encrusted with precious gems that mirror her majestic throne. Witness craftsmanship at its finest through the Feuilles de Groseillier brooch from c. 1855 – diamonds set delicately amidst silver and gold leaves. Explore an exceptional presentation watch accompanied by a matching chain; not only telling time but also narrating tales of significance throughout history. Finally, gaze upon Her Majesty's Cup displayed within Windsor Castle's collection since circa 1540 – an artifact steeped in tradition and splendor fit for royalty. In this captivating journey through various eras and cultures, "encrusted" unveils treasures beyond imagination - where beauty meets extravagance, and history intertwines with art.