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LOT 2589
Amethyst Crystal Mineral Specimen Selection [6]
2 - 4 3/4 in. (1 kg total, 5.3-12.1 cm).
Comprising geode sections with clusters of lavender-coloured amethyst crystals. [6, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom Brazil.
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's), Harwich, UK.
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