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LOT 2623
Natural History - Fossil Diplomystus Birdi Fish
CRETACEOUS PERIOD, CIRCA 98 MILLION YEARS B.P.
2 3/4 x 2 3/4 in. (107 grams, 70 x 72 mm).
On a rectangular matrix. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom Lebanon.
From a Lincolnshire, UK, collection.
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Displaying cubic greyish white, white and colourless crystals, collection number 583. 236 grams, 19.5 cm
Acquired on the UK mineral and fossil market, since 1970. From the historic mineral collection of Richard Valentine Cain, London, UK, thence by descent. Accompanied by an original historic index file card. -
Natural History - Historic 'Poona, India' Mesolite Mineral Specimen
Sold for (Inc. bp): £169
Consisting of large, acicular crystals radiating from a central point, collection number 620; bought from Simon Harrison Minerals for £60.00 in 1986, with an old label and invoice. 207 grams, 12.5 cm
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Natural History - Historic 'Chilean Andes' Silver Mineral Specimen with Some Octahedral Crystals
Sold for (Inc. bp): £26
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Acquired on the UK mineral and fossil market, since 1970. From the historic mineral collection of Richard Valentine Cain, London, UK, thence by descent. Accompanied by an original historic index file card.
