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LOT 2874
Natural History - Historic 'Mexico' Pyrite Mineral Specimen
3 1/4 in. (231 grams, 81 mm).
Displaying excellent striated faces giving a mirror type effect, collection number 382. [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 2874
Natural History - Historic 'Mexico' Pyrite Mineral Specimen
Sold for (Inc. bp): £52
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