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LOT 1873
Natural History - Mimetite and Calcite Crystal Specimen
2 3/4 in. (150 grams, 71 mm).
A sphalerite matrix with small clusters of yellow mimetite crystals and large white hexagonal calcite crystals; supplied in a cardboard specimen tray. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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