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LOT 1929
Natural History - Boxed Historic Yellow Calcite Crystal Flower
2 3/4 in. (223 grams, 70 mm).
Comprising rhombohedrons of yellow calcite on a pyramidal matrix. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Ex Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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LOT 1929
Natural History - Boxed Historic Yellow Calcite Crystal Flower
Sold for (Inc. bp): £13
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