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LOT 2688

Natural History - Large Historic 'England' Dog Tooth Calcite Crystal Specimen

6 in. (2.32 kg, 15.5 cm).

A cut section displaying orange browns, pale brown and brownish white colours, collection number 53. [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 2688

Natural History - Large Historic 'England' Dog Tooth Calcite Crystal Specimen

Sold for (Inc. bp): £26

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