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LOT 2596
Large Cut Malawi Agate Boulder Section Pair [2]
12 - 12 1/4 in. (2.75 kg total, 30.5-31 cm).
Comprising two cut slices with one polished face displaying attractive multicoloured banding. [2, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom Malawi.
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's), Harwich, UK.
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