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LOT 2669
Natural History - Historic 'Brazil' Tourmaline Mineral Specimen
2 in. (120 grams, 53 mm).
Black variety with crystals showing striations, collection number 72. [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 2669
Natural History - Historic 'Brazil' Tourmaline Mineral Specimen
Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
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