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LOT 2631

Natural History - Large Historic 'Brazil' Smokey Quartz Crystal Specimen

11 1/4 in. (3.2 kg, 28.5 cm).

Displaying grey and light browns, and brownish white colours, collection number 387. [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 2631

Natural History - Large Historic 'Brazil' Smokey Quartz Crystal Specimen

Sold for (Inc. bp): £91

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