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LOT 1883

Natural History - Cut and Polished Brazil Agate Crystal Geode End and Slice Group [3]

3 1/8 - 3 1/2 in. (1.3 kg total, 80-89 mm).

All three freestanding and with one polished side to expose attractive pending. [3, No Reserve]

Provenance

From Brazil.
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).

CONDITION

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LOT 1883

Natural History - Cut and Polished Brazil Agate Crystal Geode End and Slice Group [3]

Sold for (Inc. bp): £13

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