12 in the definition of Virasoro algebra and Regge symmetry

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In the definition of Virasoro algebra, there is a following condition on the generators:

$[L_m,L_n]=(m-n)L_{m+n}+\frac{c}{12}(m^3-m)\delta_{m+n,0}$

Now, Regge symmetry is the following statement:

...a generic Euclidean tetrahedron gives rise to a family of twelve scissors-congruent but non-congruent tetrahedra

This is nicely explained in Roberts' paper "Classical 6j-symbols and the tetrahedron," http://arxiv.org/abs/math-ph/9812013 . Basically, this follows from an asymptotic formula for the (classical) $6j$-symbol.

Now, my question is the following: is this the same 12 in both cases? I was told that there is a restatement of Regge symmetry that has to do with Virasoro algebra. Could someone elaborate on this connection?