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LOT 2464
Sold for (Inc. bp): £169
NATURAL HISTORY - HISTORIC 'POONA, INDIA' MESOLITE MINERAL SPECIMEN
5 in. (207 grams, 12.5 cm).
5 in. (207 grams, 12.5 cm).
Consisting of large, acicular crystals radiating from a central point, collection number 620; bought from Simon Harrison Minerals for £60.00 in 1986, with an old label and invoice. [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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AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
