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LOT 2767
Amethyst Gem Tree on Amethyst Crystal Geode Section
7 1/2 in. (385 grams, 19 cm).
Irregular geode matrix with light purple amethyst crystals; the metal branches tipped with polished light-coloured amethyst pebbles. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom Brazil.
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's), Harwich, UK.
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