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LOT 2477

Natural History - Historic 'Tsumeb, South West Africa' Mimetite on Tennantite Crystal Specimen

1 1/2 in. (28.4 grams, 39 mm).

Small yellowish mimetite crystals on ash-grey tennantite matrix, collection number 595. [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 and an old Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd label.

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LOT 2477

Natural History - Historic 'Tsumeb, South West Africa' Mimetite on Tennantite Crystal Specimen

Sold for (Inc. bp): £39

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