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LOT 2014
Natural History - Historic Cuprite Crystal Formation
1 3/4 in. (64 grams, 45 mm).
Comprising a mass of octahedral black to dark red crystals. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceCollected 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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Natural History - Large Group of Small Citrine Crystal Specimens
Sold for (Inc. bp): £7
Comprising small crystal clusters of various sizes. 1.8 kg total, 10-29 mm
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK. Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's). -
Natural History - Historic Witherite Crystal Specimen
Sold for (Inc. bp): £131
Comprising a mass of light yellow striated short prismatic crystals. 447 grams total, 92 mm wide
From Cumberland, UK. Collected in person in 1963. 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. -
Natural History - Mixed Cut and Polished Agate Crystal Geode Half Group [10]
Sold for (Inc. bp): £20
Each displaying banding in various colours and crystal filled cavities. 957 grams total, 55-75 mm
From Brazil. Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK. Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).