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LOT 1970
Natural History - Historic Iridescent Purple Bornite Mineral Specimen
2 in. (189 grams, 54 mm).
the large pebble with iridescent dark purple surfaces with small areas of blue and brown. [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 1970
Natural History - Historic Iridescent Purple Bornite Mineral Specimen
Sold for (Inc. bp): £7
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