![Indo-Himalayan Bronze Votive Buddha Head Bust: Indo-Himalayan Bronze Votive Buddha Head Bust](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/332445/179397138_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717698489)
Opal Busts
![Indo-Himalayan Bronze Votive Buddha Head Bust: Indo-Himalayan Bronze Votive Buddha Head Bust](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/332445/179397138_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717698489)
![WILHELM SCHMIDT: AN EXCEPTIONAL BOULDER OPAL, GEM-SET AND HARDSTONE BUST, CIRCA 1890: WILHELM SCHMIDT: AN EXCEPTIONAL BOULDER OPAL, GEM-SET AND HARDSTONE BUST, CIRCA 1890 Portraying Mars, the Roman god of War, in Ajax helmet surmounted by a vulture, sculpted from a single boulder opal,](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1043/331855/179022888_20_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717170797)
![Ancient Bactria-Margiana Limestone and Steatite Idol: Featuring a steatite body and a limestone head, this idol is a testament to the Bactria-Margiana Archaeological Complex's rich cultural tapestry. The harmonious integration of two different stone mate](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/332445/179295494_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717609764)
![Medieval Islamic Rock Crystal Carved Knight Chess Piece: This rock crystal carved knight chess piece exemplifies the intricate craftsmanship and profound cultural significance of medieval Islamic artistry. Meticulously carved from pristine rock crystal, thi](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/332445/179295177_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717609764)
![Lot of 3 Bactria-Margiana Idol Head Busts: Lot of 3 Bactria-Margiana Idol Head Busts](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/332445/179397150_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717698489)
![Central Asian Bactria-Margiana Idol Figure Statuette: Central Asian Bactria-Margiana Idol Figure Statuette](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/332445/179397199_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717698489)
![An Ancient Bactria-Margiana Steatite and Limestone Idol: Featuring a steatite body and a limestone head, this idol is a testament to the Bactria-Margiana Archaeological Complex's rich cultural tapestry. The harmonious integration of two different stone mate](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/332445/179295593_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717609764)
![Chinese Tang Man Head Fragment Collection: Chinese Tang Man Head Fragment Collection](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/332445/179397206_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717698489)
![Central Asian Bactria-Margiana Idol Head Bust: Central Asian Bactria-Margiana Idol Head Bust](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/332445/179397168_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717698489)
![Lot of 3 Bactria-Margiana Idol Head Busts: Lot of 3 Bactria-Margiana Idol Head Busts](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/332445/179397196_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717698489)
![Lot of 3 Bactria-Margiana Idol Head Busts: Lot of 3 Bactria-Margiana Idol Head Busts](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/332445/179397191_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717698489)
![Indo-Himalayan Bronze Votive Buddha Head Bust: Indo-Himalayan Bronze Votive Buddha Head Bust](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/332445/179397256_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717698489)
![Ancient Bactria-Margiana Chlorite Schist and Limestone Bactrian Idol: This chlorite schist and limestone Bactrian idol sculpture exemplifies the exquisite craftsmanship and deep cultural significance of the ancient Bactria-Margiana civilization. The meticulous carving o](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/332445/179295290_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717609764)
![An ExquisiteAncient Near Eastern Artistry Bone or Conch Carving of a Man's Face: This rare find, an elongated carving of a man's face made from bone or conch, is a remarkable representation of ancient Near Eastern artistry. The subtlety of the features and the serenity of the expr](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/332445/179295678_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717609764)
News about Opal Busts
![Hold a rainbow in your hand: all-opal auction set for Feb. 28](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Screenshot-2023-02-22-at-11.50.46-AM-1.png)
Hold a rainbow in your hand: all-opal auction set for Feb. 28
NEW YORK – On Tuesday, February 28, starting at 6 pm Eastern time, Jasper52 will present a sale titled Exclusive All Opal Auction. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.
![Massive opal sells for nearly $144K at Alaska auction](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Screen-Shot-2022-02-22-at-12.44.00-PM.png)
Massive opal sells for nearly $144K at Alaska auction
JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) – A gemstone, billed as one of the largest gem-quality opals in existence, was sold for $143,750 at auction in Alaska on February 20. The opal, dubbed the Americus Australis, weighs more than 11,800 carats, according to the auction house Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals. It also has a long history.
![Australian museum to display opal regarded as best ever found](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/2015_0803_virgin-rainbow.jpg)
Australian museum to display opal regarded as best ever found
SYDNEY (AFP) – An Australian museum said Monday it would exhibit what it believes is the best opal stone ever found — a 6.0-centimeter (2.4 inch) multicolored gem unearthed in the Outback and named the ‘Virgin Rainbow.’
![Episcopal Diocese wants slave trade museum in old cathedral](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/2014_1118_Cathedral_of_St._John_lead.jpg)
Episcopal Diocese wants slave trade museum in old cathedral
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) – The Episcopal Diocese of Rhode Island wants to open a slave trade museum and a national center for reconciliation in its now-closed cathedral in Providence. The Providence Journal reports that diocese officials approved the plans for the Cathedral of St. John last month. Diocese official Linda Grenz says Rhode Island’s role […]