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LOT 2299
Natural History - Cut and Polished Agate Section Group [3]
4 3/8 - 4 3/4 in. (1.68 kg total, 11.2-12.2 cm).
Comprising three freestanding examples, each cut and polished to reveal internal banding, two with enhanced colour. [3, No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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LOT 2299
Natural History - Cut and Polished Agate Section Group [3]
Sold for (Inc. bp): £7
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