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LOT 1935
Natural History - Historic Malachite and Azurite Mineral Formation Collection
1 1/2 - 3 in. (316 grams total, 33-77 mm).
Comprising three malachite specimens and one dark blue azurite. [4, 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 1935
Natural History - Historic Malachite and Azurite Mineral Formation Collection
Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
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