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LOT 1792
Natural History - Boxed Pyrite Pancake Crystal 'Paper Weight'
2 5/8 in. (183 grams, 66 mm).
Naturally formed 'flower' with smaller inner crystals and larger crystals to the edges. [No Reserve]
Provenance
From Huanuco, Peru.
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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LOT 1792
Natural History - Boxed Pyrite Pancake Crystal 'Paper Weight'
Sold for (Inc. bp): £65
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