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LOT 2349

Cut and Polished Agate Slice Collection [6]

4 1/4 - 4 7/8 in. (644 grams total, 10.9-12.5 cm).

Comprising six polished slices displaying attractive red, brown, and grey banding. [6, No Reserve]

Provenance

From Brazil.
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's), Harwich, UK.

CONDITION

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LOT 2349

Cut and Polished Agate Slice Collection [6]

Sold for (Inc. bp): £13

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