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LOT 2177
Natural History - Amethyst Gem Tree on Amethyst Crystal Geode Section
5 7/8 in. (492 grams, 15 cm).
Irregular geode matrix with light purple amethyst crystals; the metal branches tipped with polished light-coloured amethyst pebbles. [No Reserve]
Provenance
From Brazil.
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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LOT 2177
Natural History - Amethyst Gem Tree on Amethyst Crystal Geode Section
Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
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