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Treasures of the Natural History Museum

by Vicky Paterson

This volume catalogues over 200 specimens, artworks, and architectural features from the Natural History Museum, London. It examines the scientific and historical significance of diverse items, including dinosaur fossils, rare meteorites, and archival curiosities.

Accession 12858 ISBN 9780565092351 Publisher Natural History Museum
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