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cause it is deprived of the pellicle that surrounded it; it is of 
an iron red colour. 
Such are the objects of antiquity, the collection of which I 
request the Medico-Botanical Society of London to accept as 
a mark of my esteem and my gratitude. 
I have the honour to be, with the most profound respect, 
your very obedient, humble servant. 
(Signed) BONASTRE. 
Paris. 
