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LOT 2701
Large Cut and Polished Agate Geode End Group [3]
3 1/2 - 4 1/2 in. (1.28 kg total, 8.8-11.5 cm).
Each freestanding and displaying attractive banding to the polished face. [3, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom Brazil.
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's), Harwich, UK.
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