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LOT 1934
Natural History - Historic Cassiterite Crystal Specimen Collection
1 1/4 - 2 3/4 in. (281 grams total, 33-72 mm).
Comprising three samples with mainly black prismatic crystals. [3, No Reserve]
Provenance
Collected in person from various parts of the world mainly between 1957-1966.
From the private mineral collection of Stephen Atkinson, Harpenden, UK.
Accompanied by a copy of a letter from the vendor giving details of him collecting these minerals throughout his life.
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LOT 1934
Natural History - Historic Cassiterite Crystal Specimen Collection
Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
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