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LOT 1746
Natural History - Cut and Polished Agate Crystal Geode Slice Group
3 1/2 - 4 1/4 in. (322 grams total, 8.8-10.7 cm).
A group of six cut and polished agate geode slices; colour-enhanced. [6, No Reserve]
Provenance
Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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LOT 1746
Natural History - Cut and Polished Agate Crystal Geode Slice Group
Sold for (Inc. bp): £39
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