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For sale is an exceptionally rare and highly collectable vintage British Gas acrylic paperweight containing an authentic, enclosed cylindrical section of sandstone reservoir-rock drilling core from the historic Morecambe Bay Gasfield. [1]Unlike standard liquid oil-drop paperweights, this premium presentation piece encapsulates a genuine piece of geological history. The natural colouring and texture of the sandstone core are clearly visible through multiple polished facets, creating a beautiful multi-angled view and magnified reflections of the inner sample.The clear, multi-faceted acrylic body features the classic blue British Gas name and emblem, with two crisp inscriptions:
- Front Face: “MORECAMBE BAY GASFIELD”
- Opposite Face: “SANDSTONE RESERVOIR ROCK (230 MILLION YEARS OLD)”
The sample itself represents a piece of the Lower Triassic Sherwood Sandstone Group formation, which serves as the bedrock of the UK’s energy sector. This is a standout, museum-quality piece of British energy-industry memorabilia. [1]Details & Specification
- Subject: British Gas Morecambe Bay Gasfield
- Enclosure: Genuine sandstone drilling-core reservoir rock (Triassic era, ~230 million years old)
- Construction: Premium clear multi-faceted acrylic
- Branding: Classic vintage blue British Gas logo
CONDITION
Pre-owned condition with surface scratches, scuffs and handling marks consistent with age and display. There is also some wear and rubbing to the blue printed lettering and decoration. Small marks, bubbles or natural imperfections may be present within the acrylic and around the encapsulated drilling-core sample.
The camera and close-up lighting tend to emphasise every small surface mark; the paperweight presents better to the eye in normal viewing. Please study all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the condition description and show the exact item you will receive.
Every paperweight offered, whether supplied with its original presentation box or not, will be placed inside a clear protective polythene bag, followed by a clear bubble-wrap bag. It will then be packed in a new die-cut cardboard box, which may also be retained for safe storage of the item. This box will be placed inside additional protective outer packaging for secure posting.
