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LOT 2479
Natural History - Historic Tourmaline in Matrix Mineral Specimen
2 7/8 in. (201 grams, 72 mm).
Black variety of tourmaline embedded in mica rich matrix, collection number 100. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 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 2479
Natural History - Historic Tourmaline in Matrix Mineral Specimen
Sold for (Inc. bp): £20
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