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LOT 2804
Blue Calcite Large Mineral Specimen Group [13]
2 3/8 - 3 3/8 in. (1.87 kg total, 60-86 mm).
Comprising thirteen large chunks with attractive lustre. [13, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom Mexico.
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's), Harwich, UK.
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Fossil Fern in Matrix
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Polished Mixed Jasper Mineral Specimen Group [51]
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Historic 'Australia' Boulder Opal Mineral Specimen
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The matrix showing pale sky-blue opal, collection number 425, with an old James Walker label. 34.8 grams, 39 mm
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