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LOT 2410
Group of Four [4] Cut and Polished Fossilised Wood Slices
TRIASSIC PERIOD, 251-199 MILLION YEARS B.P.
3 1/2 - 4 3/4 in. (253 grams total, 9-12.1 cm).
Comprising four thick slices, each showing agatized patterns and one with a small crystal-lined cavity. [4, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom Madagascar.
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's), Harwich, UK.
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LOT 2410
Group of Four [4] Cut and Polished Fossilised Wood Slices
Estimate £30 - 40€35 - 46 (for guidance only)$41 - 54 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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