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LOT 2817
Collection of Ten [10] Cut and Polished Agate Geode Halves
3 - 3 3/8 in. (3.22 kg total, 76-85 mm).
Each with one or two cut faces exposing the internal structure, some showing crystal formations. [10, No Reserve]
Provenance
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's), Harwich, UK.
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LOT 2817
Collection of Ten [10] Cut and Polished Agate Geode Halves
Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
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