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LOT 2806
Large Cut and Polished Stromatolite Display Slice
9 3/4 in. (547 grams, 24.7 cm).
A roughly rectangular section with multiple layers, lightly waxed surfaces. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's), Harwich, UK.
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