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LOT 2625

Natural History - Historic 'Cumbria' Anilite on Quartz Mineral Specimen

3 in. (204 grams, 74 mm).

Small pinkish coloured anilite crystals on quartz on a matrix of hematite, collection number 530. [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 and an old Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd label.

CONDITION

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LOT 2625

Natural History - Historic 'Cumbria' Anilite on Quartz Mineral Specimen

Sold for (Inc. bp): £52

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