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LOT 2195
Natural History - Boxed Pyrite 'Fool's Gold' Crystal Specimen Group [10]
1 1/4 - 1 3/4 in. (390 grams total, 33-45 mm).
Each specimen with good crystal formation; supplied in labelled cardboard trays. [10, No Reserve]
Provenance
From Peru.
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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LOT 2195
Natural History - Boxed Pyrite 'Fool's Gold' Crystal Specimen Group [10]
Sold for (Inc. bp): £39
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