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LOT 2540
Cut and Polished Slabs of Vintage Blue John
6 1/4 - 8 7/8 in. (602 grams total, 16-22.5 cm).
Comprising three cut and polished slices. [3, No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's), Harwich, UK.
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