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LOT 2035
Natural History - Boxed Historic 'Coral' Calcite Specimen
3 3/8 in. (170 grams, 85 mm).
The white druzy crystals on a freestanding matrix. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Ex Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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LOT 2035
Natural History - Boxed Historic 'Coral' Calcite Specimen
Sold for (Inc. bp): £20
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