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LOT 1786

Natural History - Boxed Citrine 'Porcupine' Crystal Specimen

1 3/4 in. (63 grams, 43 mm).

On a matrix with a thick cluster of dark orange citrine crystals; supplied in a labelled cardboard tray. [No Reserve]

Provenance

From Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil.
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).

CONDITION

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LOT 1786

Natural History - Boxed Citrine 'Porcupine' Crystal Specimen

Sold for (Inc. bp): £16

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