Antiques, Estate & Job Lot Auction – 29 January 2026

Antiques, Estate & Job Lot Auction – 29 January 2026

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Lot 21: A Collection of Entomological Butterfly Specimens Including Great Spangled Fritillary

This auction ended on January 29, 2026.

Estimated price: £25 - £50

Buyer's Premium: 18%

Sold for: £33

A collection of Great Spangled Fritillary and related entomological specimens featuring various species of butterflies pinned to a white foam board within a clear plastic storage tray. The collection includes numerous specimens with corresponding identification labels, including species such as Silver-washed Fritillary, Pearl-bordered Fritillary, High Brown Fritillary, Dark Green Fritillary, Marsh Fritillary, Gatekeeper, Grayling, and Ringlet, as detailed on a handwritten index list accompanying the group. The specimens are mounted using entomological pins. A small plastic tag marked END is present at the base of the display.