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LOT 2783
Natural History - Historic 'McKenzies Hill Mine, near Laverton, Western Australia' Gold Nugget
3/8 in. (0.91 grams, 10 mm).
A natural nugget displaying attractive gold-yellow colour, collection number 611. [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 2783
Natural History - Historic 'McKenzies Hill Mine, near Laverton, Western Australia' Gold Nugget
Sold for (Inc. bp): £143
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