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LOT 2057
Natural History - Historic Molybdenite Mineral Specimen
2 1/2 in. (108 grams, 63 mm).
Comprising a pyramidal cluster of thin, platy hexagonal crystals with metallic lustre. [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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Natural History - Polished Agate Crystal Geode Half Group [20]
Sold for (Inc. bp): £7
Each cut to expose the layered structure, some with cavities filled with small quartz crystals. 1.25 kg total, 44-68 mm
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Natural History - Historic Copper Sulphate Crystal Specimen
Sold for (Inc. bp): £26
On an irregular matrix covered with brilliant blue deposits. 46 grams total, 63 mm
From Nchanga, Zimbabwe. Collected in person in 1964. 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 Tsumeb Cerussite Crystal Formation
Sold for (Inc. bp): £20
The white tabular crystals on a matrix. 89 grams, 61 mm
Collected in person in 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.
