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LOT 2137
Natural History - Boxed Historic Sphalerite with Quartz 'Paper Weight' Crystal Specimen
3 3/8 in. (405 grams, 86 mm).
The bifacial matrix comprising mainly anhedral sphalerite crystals with opaque quartz crystals and some small pyrite crystals; inked collection number 'S13' to one side. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Ex Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory
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LOT 2137
Natural History - Boxed Historic Sphalerite with Quartz 'Paper Weight' Crystal Specimen
Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
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