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LOT 2052
Natural History - Historic Native Copper Mineral Specimen with Crystal Formation
2 in. (41 grams, 56 mm).
The specimen with white quartz crystals to the underside. [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 2052
Natural History - Historic Native Copper Mineral Specimen with Crystal Formation
Sold for (Inc. bp): £26
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