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LOT 1967
Natural History - Boxed Calcite with Sphalerite Mineral Specimen
1 7/8 in. (48 grams, 48 mm).
Comprising a large single yellow calcite crystal on a cluster of sphalerite crystals; supplied in a labelled specimen tray. [No Reserve]
Provenance
From Tri-State, U.S.A.
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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LOT 1967
Natural History - Boxed Calcite with Sphalerite Mineral Specimen
Sold for (Inc. bp): £7
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