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LOT 2591
Natural History - Boxed Polished Amethyst Crystal Obelisk Group [3]
2 3/8 - 2 3/4 in. (84 grams total, 60-70 mm).
Each freestanding and with bevelled edges. [3, No Reserve]
Provenance
From Brazil.
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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LOT 2591
Natural History - Boxed Polished Amethyst Crystal Obelisk Group [3]
Sold for (Inc. bp): £20
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