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LOT 2687
Large Complete Agate Crystal Geode [2]
5 1/4 in. (1.38 kg total, 13.3 cm each).
Opened to reveal an internal cavity filled with grey calcite and quartz crystals. [2, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom Brazil.
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's), Harwich, UK.
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