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LOT 2545
Natural History - Citrine Gem Tree on Amethyst Crystal Geode Section
7 1/8 in. (727 grams, 18.3 cm).
The irregular geode matrix with lavender coloured amethyst crystals; the metal branches tipped with polished light-coloured citrine pebbles. [No Reserve]
Provenance
From Brazil.
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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LOT 2545
Natural History - Citrine Gem Tree on Amethyst Crystal Geode Section
Sold for (Inc. bp): £13
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