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LOT 1937
Natural History - Aragonite 'Sputnik' Cluster Crystal Group
7/8 - 1 3/8 in. (358 grams total, 23-34 mm).
A group of 50 red aragonite 'sputnik' clusters, each formed from several pseudohexagonal crystals. [50, No Reserve]
Provenance
From Morocco, North Africa.
Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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LOT 1937
Natural History - Aragonite 'Sputnik' Cluster Crystal Group
Sold for (Inc. bp): £20
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