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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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Natural History - Historic 'Bombay, India' Okenite Mineral Specimen
Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
Primarily consisting of a single 'ball' of acicular crystals, the main spherical structure on a white matrix with a number of massive globules, collection number 550, with an old Gregory. Bottley & Lloyd label. 43.2 grams, 69 mm
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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Sold for (Inc. bp): £52
Each cut to reveal attractive banding and crystal-filled cavities. 703 grams total, 20-39 mm
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