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LOT 2690
Natural History - Historic 'Batopilas, Mexico' Natural Silver Formation
1 1/4 in. (1.15 grams, 30 mm).
Displaying dendritic formation, collection number 554. [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 2690
Natural History - Historic 'Batopilas, Mexico' Natural Silver Formation
Sold for (Inc. bp): £39
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