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LOT 2244
Natural History - Cased Amethyst Crystal Points [6]
1 1/2 x 1 3/8 x 1 3/8 in. (64 grams total, 40 x 34 x 34 mm including case each).
Each set on foam base and displayed in a hinged case. [6, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom Brazil.
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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