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LOT 2865
Natural History - Amethyst Crystal Geode Section Group [20]
1 - 1 7/8 in. (1.1 kg total, 26-48 mm).
Comprising variously sized cut sections, each with small dark purple to lavender-coloured amethyst crystals. [20, No Reserve]
Provenance
From Brazil.
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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LOT 2865
Natural History - Amethyst Crystal Geode Section Group [20]
Sold for (Inc. bp): £20
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