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LOT 2543
Natural History - Historic Large Gypsum Mineral Specimen
7 in. (776 grams, 17.8 cm).
A large specimen with large blades from Mexico, collection number 79. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK mineral and fossil market, since 1970.
From the historic mineral collection of Richard Valentine Cain, London, UK, thence by descent.
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LOT 2543
Natural History - Historic Large Gypsum Mineral Specimen
Sold for (Inc. bp): £13
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