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LOT 2785
Green Fuchsite Mica Mineral Specimen Group [100]
1 1/4 - 2 3/8 in. (2.69 kg total, 31-62 mm).
Comprising variously sized chunks displaying good lustre. [100, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom Brazil.
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's), Harwich, UK.
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