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LOT 2097
Natural History - Historic Tsumeb Cerussite Crystal Formation
2 3/8 in. (89 grams, 61 mm).
The white tabular crystals on a matrix. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceCollected in person in 1966.
From the private mineral collection of Stephen Atkinson, Harpenden, UK.
Accompanied by a copy of a letter from the vendor giving details of him collecting these minerals throughout his life.
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LOT 2097
Natural History - Historic Tsumeb Cerussite Crystal Formation
Sold for (Inc. bp): £20
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Natural History - Massive Freeform Malachite Boulder
Sold for (Inc. bp): £143
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Natural History - Historic Wolfenite Crystal Formation
Sold for (Inc. bp): £20
The tabular orange crystals on a matrix; supplied in a display box. 64 grams total, 40 mm
Collected in person from various parts of the world mainly between 1957-1966. From the private mineral collection of Stephen Atkinson, Harpenden, UK. Accompanied by a copy of a letter from the vendor giving details of him collecting these minerals throughout his life.
