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LOT 2510
Natural History - Historic 'Rogerley Mine, Frosterley, Co. Durham' Fluorite Mineral Specimen
1 3/8 in. (50 grams, 33 mm).
Displaying large green twinned crystals, collection number 573; purchased from Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd for £45.00 in 1984, 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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LOT 2510
Natural History - Historic 'Rogerley Mine, Frosterley, Co. Durham' Fluorite Mineral Specimen
Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
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