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LOT 2811
Cut and Polished Large Agate Geode End Group [6]
4 1/2 - 5 7/8 in. (2.1 kg total, 11.5-15 cm).
Each with one cut face, polished to display attractive colouring and banding. [6, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom Brazil.
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's), Harwich, UK.
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