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LOT 2783
Large Quantity of Green Andalusite Crystals
1/8 - 1/2 in. (76 grams total, 2-12 mm).
Comprising different shapes and sizes, colour varying from dark green to olivine green. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's), Harwich, UK.
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