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LOT 2154
Natural History - Large Desert Rose Specimen Group [20]
1 7/8 - 3 in. (1.86 kg total, 48-75 mm).
Comprising intricate rose-like formations of selenite crystal clusters of various sizes. [20, No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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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. -
Natural History - Megalodon Giant Shark Fossil Tooth
Pliocene Period, circa 5.2-2.5 million years B.P.Sold for (Inc. bp): £416
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Natural History - Boxed Historic Azurite with Calcite Crystal Specimen
Sold for (Inc. bp): £1
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Ex Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
