Specimen Collection (#10)

Productions of the Solfaterra, 1776
Productions of the Solfaterra, Plate LIII, from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies, by Sir William Hamilton (1730-1803), published 1776 (hand coloured engraving)

Marble and other mixed stones of Vesuvius polished, 1776
Marble and other mixed stones of Vesuvius polished, Plate L, from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies, by Sir William Hamilton (1730-1803)

Specimen of the lavas of Vesuvius polished, 1776
Specimen of the lavas of Vesuvius polished, Plate XXXXIX, from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies, by Sir William Hamilton (1730-1803)

Piece of marble composed of fragments of various sorts of marble found in the Fossa Grande, 1776
Piece of marble composed of fragments of various sorts of marble found in the Fossa Grande, Plate XXXXVII: from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies

Specimens of Tufa found in and around Herculaneum, 1776
Specimens of Tufa found in and around Herculaneum, Plate XXXXV, from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies, by Sir William Hamilton (1730-1803)

Specimens of Tufas from the quarrys near the Grotta of Pausilipo, 1776
Specimens of Tufas from the quarrys near the Grotta of Pausilipo, Plate XXXXII, from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies, by Sir William Hamilton (1730-1803)

Hairy Anglerfish, Caulophryne pelagica
Bizarre species of deep-sea fish caught near the Cape Verde Islands. This particular specimen ate a very large meal, giving it an enormous stomach

Specimen labels for Herald petrel Pterodroma, arminjoniana a
Specimen labels for herald petrel collected by Robert Falcon Scotts British Antarctic Expedition 1910-1913, also known as the Terra Nova expedition

Anarhichas lupus, wolf eel
The skull of a wolf eel (Anarhichas lupus) whose teeth are specially adapted for crushing and eating spiny sea urchins. The wolf eel is native to British waters

Picture No. 11050183
Flint Texas, USA Date:

Picture No. 11050180
Chalk Rotting Dean, England, UK Date:

Picture No. 11050130
Rock Gypsum Texas Gulf Coast, USA Date:

Hundred-eyed cowrie shells C016 / 6027
Pair of hundred-eyed cowrie (Cypraea argus) shells. This marine gastropod is found across the Indo-Pacific. The name hundred-eyed refers to the particular type of shell pattern

Homo heidelbergensis skull (Cranium 5) C015 / 6921
Homo heidelbergensis skull (Cranium 5). Excavated in 1992 from the Sima de los Huesos pit in the Atapuerca foothills in Spain, this fossil skull dates from around 400, 000 years ago

Scottish deerhounds, stuffed specimens C016 / 5136
Scottish deerhounds, stuffed specimens. These specimens are a breed of the domestic dog (Canis lupus familiaris). Their names are Marquis of Lorne (front) and Lady of Raikeshill (back)

Glossopteris, fern fossil C016 / 4852
Glossopteris, fern fossil. This fossil plant has tongue-shaped leaves with a net-like arrangement of veins. This specimen is part of the collections held at the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Carabus intricatus, blue ground beetle

Pipistrellus sturdeei, Sturdees pipistrelle
A rare specimen of a Bonin pipistrelle, a slightly immature female, preserved in spirit and held by the Natural History Museum

Limoniscus violaceus, violet click

Euchroma gigantea, giant jewel beetle
A specimen of a giant jewel beetle a member of the family (Buprestidae) from South America, from the collections of the Natural History Museum, London

Lunar meteorite
Da La Gani 400, a lunar meteorite found in the Sahara Desert

Prosopocoilus confucius (Hope), stag beetle
Detail of a stag beetle (Prosopocoilus confucius) native to N. India, China and southeast towards Vietnam

Mucrospirifer, a fossil brachiopod

Himantolophus groenlandicus, football fish
A female specimen of the football fish (Himantolophus groenlandicus) which is on display in the Natural History Museums Fishes, Amphibians and Reptiles Gallery (number 12)

Aphodius niger, Beaulieu dung beetle
A mounted specimen of a Beaulieu dung beetle (Aphodius niger) this beetle has only ever been found in the New Forest, Hampshire

Splendour beetle
Close-up of splendour beetle with legs outstretched. Specimen held within the Entomology Department at the Natural History Museum, London

Tolypeutes tricinctus, Brazilian three-banded armadillo
Specimen from The Natural History Museum, London

Corundum variety ruby; crystal and gems
Crystal and gem specimens of ruby, the red variety of the mineral corundum (aluminium oxide). Corundum has two varieties, the other being sapphire

Copris fallaciosus, Kenyan dung beetle
Dung beetle specimen from the family Scarabaeidae, held at the Natural History Museum, London

Callinectes sapidus, blue crab

Mellissius eudoxus, scarab beetle
A species of scarab beetle from St. Helena, from the Scarabaeidae family (Wollastons Rutelidae, Dynastidae)

Aplothorax burchelli, giant ground beetle
A specimen of a giant ground beetle (Aplothorax burchelli) from St. Helena, held in the entomology collections of the Natural History Museum, London

Max Barclay with Malthodes lobatus, whitehawk soldier beetle
This new beetle was discovered in Brighton, U.K in 2003 by Max Barclay an entomologist at the Natural History Museum, London

Beetle specimens from the Wallace collection
Specimens collected by Alfred Russel Wallace now held in the Natural History Museum London

Thatcheria mirabilis, Japanese wonder shell
This spectacularly spiralling shellfish is a member of the Turrid family who catch their prey by harpooning them with a modified radula (tooth) and poisoning them with a nerve toxin

Alien. Computer artwork of an alien specimen in a glass jar. This could represent the events of the Roswell incident. This took place near Roswell, New Mexico, USA

EXPL2A-00269
Meriwether Lewis and William Clark expedition losing notes and specimens in a canoe accident on the upper Missouri River. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of sketch by Patrick Goss

NA
A rare silversword plant, Argyroxiphium sandwicense macrocephalum, at the 10, 000 for sumit of Haleakala, Haleakala National Park, Maui's dormant volcano, Hawaii

GSL04519008
Cacti Mammillaria

Megatherium americanum, Natural Sciences Museum, Madrid, seen here in the late 19th century. The first Megatherium discovered in Argentina in 1788 was the first prehistoric animal skeleton mounted in

Agriculture Ziziphus Spina-Christi L Wild Syrian
Agriculture, Ziziphus Spina-Christi. (L. Wild Syrian Christ-thorn. An unusually large specimen in the Jordan valley). 1930

Seaside July Specimen Portrait 1878 James Tissot
Seaside (July: Specimen of a Portrait), 1878. James Tissot (French, 1836-1902). Oil on fabric; framed: 112.1 x 85.4 x 6.4 cm (44 1/8 x 33 5/8 x 2 1/2 in.); unframed: 87.5 x 61 cm (34 7/16 x 24 in.)

Specimen Of The Left Hand With The Lines And Their Horoscopic Denominations. From Science And Literature In The Middle Ages By Paul Lacroix Published London 1878

Tiger Shark jaw and teeth

Common Atlantic Mackerel, Scomber scombrus specimen, fish

Space Memorabilia - lunar meteorite
Space Memorabilia - stunning NWA 11303 Lunar Meteorite weighing eight grams and measuring 37mm. Moon rocks are incredibly rare, making up only 1 per cent of meteorite falls

Gauromydas heros
The worlds largest fly

Globoblastus sp. a fossil blastoid
Blastoids are small echinoderms that consist of a stem, a calyx and arms. The calyx contained the soft body parts of the animal and is pyramidal to globular in shape

For sale as Licensed Images

Choose your image, Select your licence and Download the media

"Exploring the World of Specimens: Unveiling Nature's Treasures" Step into a world where gold meets science, as we journey to Carbon Stream Works in Perranarworthal, Cornwall, England. Here lies a hidden gem for all enthusiasts of entomology specimens and natural history. Delve into the captivating Case of British Butterflies Lepidoptera, where vibrant wings flutter gracefully on display. Each delicate specimen tells its own story, showcasing the intricate beauty found in nature's creations. But our exploration doesn't stop there; prepare to be amazed by the Archaeopteryx fossil known as Berlin specimen C016/5071. This ancient relic takes us back millions of years, bridging the gap between dinosaurs and birds. In contrast to prehistoric wonders, let us introduce you to Captain Berry's dachshunds frolicking joyfully in the park. These adorable creatures remind us that even within scientific pursuits, there is room for playfulness and companionship. As we continue our journey through this diverse collection of specimens, behold the sea green swallowtail butterfly with its ethereal hues dancing upon petals. Its elegance captures hearts effortlessly. Witness speed personified with Falco peregrinus - the peregrine falcon soaring high above cliffs with unmatched grace and precision. A true marvel of nature's design. Marvel at the crowned hairstreak butterfly (Picture No. 11091681), adorned with regal patterns fit for royalty. Its presence reminds us that even small creatures can possess grandeur beyond measure. Enter a realm filled with color as you encounter painted lady butterfly C016/2299 – an exquisite masterpiece painted by Mother Nature herself. Let its delicate charm leave you breathless. Prepare yourself for an encounter like no other as we unveil Malacosteus niger -the enigmatic stoplight loosejaw lurking deep beneath ocean depths. Its mysterious allure captivates the imagination.