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LOT 2139
Natural History - Historic Malachite Mineral Formation Collection
2 - 3 1/4 in. (454 grams total, 49-82 mm).
Comprising four samples including one with botryoidal crystals and one with cassiterite. [5, 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 2139
Natural History - Historic Malachite Mineral Formation Collection
Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
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