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LOT 2754

Natural History - Historic 'Switzerland' Hematite on Actinolite Mineral Specimen

1 7/8 in. (84 grams, 47 mm).

Displaying a hematite rose on a matrix of brittle actinolite, collection number 541, with an old Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd label. [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 2754

Natural History - Historic 'Switzerland' Hematite on Actinolite Mineral Specimen

Sold for (Inc. bp): £20

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