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LOT 1828
Natural History - Cut and Polished Agate Crystal Geode Pair
3 1/2 in. (533 grams total, 91 mm each).
Each filled with small lavender-coloured amethyst crystals. [2, No Reserve]
Provenance
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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LOT 1828
Natural History - Cut and Polished Agate Crystal Geode Pair
Sold for (Inc. bp): £26
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