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LOT 1857
Natural History - Historic Large Pyrite Crystal Formation
3 1/2 in. (285 grams, 90 mm).
The large outer crystals enclosing a dense cluster of small crystals forming a 'flower'. [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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LOT 1857
Natural History - Historic Large Pyrite Crystal Formation
Sold for (Inc. bp): £59
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Natural History - Historic Magnetite Crystal Formation
Sold for (Inc. bp): £20
Comprising a cluster of prismatic crystals. 103 grams, 67 mm
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. -
Natural History - Historic Molybdenite Mineral Specimen
Sold for (Inc. bp): £20
Comprising a pyramidal cluster of thin, platy hexagonal crystals with metallic lustre. 108 grams, 63 mm
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. -
Natural History - Whitby Dac Fossil Ammonite Group
Lower Jurassic Period, Toarcian Stage, circa 180 million years B.P.Sold for (Inc. bp): £26
Comprising four cut and polished specimens. 327 grams total, 65-68 mm
From Witby, UK. From a Lincolnshire, UK, collection.
