Carved Mexican Onyx / Calcite Fish Figurine
Updated August 7, 2026
| Lot number | 254 |
| Category | Pottery, China & Glass |
| Auction | Hartwell Antiques & Collectibles Auction #54 |
| Date | August 23, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT |
| Auction house | Fun Finds by Hartwell LLC |
| Location | Hamilton, Illinois |
Carved Mexican Onyx / Calcite Fish Figurine – Stylized Whales / Marine Life Figure with Rhinestone Eye, Banded Natural Gemstone Description Item: Hand-carved stone animal figurine. Subject: Stylized marine life figure, depicting a fish or whale in a dynamic swimming posture with an upturned, flared tail and an open mouth. Mounted securely to an integrated oval stone base. Material: Translucent cream-colored onyx or banded calcite. Features: Exceptional natural parallel banding (layering) visible across the body of the fish. Highly polished to a smooth, glossy finish. Accented with a vibrant, inset blue rhinestone or glass bead for the eye. Condition: Excellent vintage/pre-owned condition with no chips, cracks, or visible repairs. The rhinestone eye is intact and secure. Natural variations in stone opacity and banding are normal characteristics of authentic mineral carvings. Display: Stable display thanks to the attached flat-bottomed stone pedestal. Perfect accent piece for nautical collections, beach/coastal decor, or vintage gemstone figurine displays.
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