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LOT 2587

Large Mixed Mineral and Crystal Display Piece Collection [6]

3 3/8 - 4 in. (3.47 kg total, 8.6-10.2 cm).

Comprising: two cut agate geode halves, one lined with amethyst crystals; malachite, petrified wood section, and fluorite. [6, No Reserve]

Provenance

Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's), Harwich, UK.

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LOT 2587

Large Mixed Mineral and Crystal Display Piece Collection [6]

Sold for (Inc. bp): £39

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