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LOT 1880
Natural History - Boxed Fluorite with Hematite Mineral Specimen
1 7/8 in. (48 grams, 48 mm).
Comprising a cluster of large clear fluorite crystals with speckles of haematite; supplied in a labelled specimen tray. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom Tri-State, U.S.A.
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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LOT 1880
Natural History - Boxed Fluorite with Hematite Mineral Specimen
Sold for (Inc. bp): £7
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