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LOT 2796
Natural History - Historic 'Murcia, Spain' Fluorite Mineral Specimen
2 3/8 in. (80 grams, 61 mm).
With dark crystal formation, collection number 414. [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 and an old Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd label.
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LOT 2796
Natural History - Historic 'Murcia, Spain' Fluorite Mineral Specimen
Sold for (Inc. bp): £52
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