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LOT 2781
Natural History - Historic Agate Mineral Specimen Coaster Set
3 1/4 - 3 5/8 in. (390 grams total, 83-92 mm).
Comprising six polished slices displaying black and brown banding, from Brazil, collection number 275. [6, No Reserve]
Provenance
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.
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LOT 2781
Natural History - Historic Agate Mineral Specimen Coaster Set
Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
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