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LOT 2843
Natural History - Large Historic 'Brazil' Amethyst with Quartz Crystal Specimen
6 1/2 in. (1.26 kg, 16.5 cm).
With deep purple crystals and some small quartz encrustations, collection number 266. [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.
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LOT 2843
Natural History - Large Historic 'Brazil' Amethyst with Quartz Crystal Specimen
Sold for (Inc. bp): £117
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