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LOT 2533
Natural History - Historic Large 'Mexico' Sulphur Mineral Specimen
4 3/4 in. (1.19 kg, 12 cm).
Large specimen displaying vivid yellow colours, collection number 274. [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.
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LOT 2533
Natural History - Historic Large 'Mexico' Sulphur Mineral Specimen
Sold for (Inc. bp): £59
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