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LOT 1795
Natural History - Cut and Polished Amethyst Crystal Pyramid Group
1 1/8 - 1 3/8 in. (188 grams total, 29-34 mm).
A group of six amethyst pyramids held in white card collector's trays. [6, No Reserve]
Provenance
Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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LOT 1795
Natural History - Cut and Polished Amethyst Crystal Pyramid Group
Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
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