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LOT 1952
Natural History - Cut and Polished Lapis Lazuli Tile Group [3]
3 1/2 - 4 1/2 in. (256 grams total, 9 - 11.5 cm).
Of rectangular form with one polished face. [3, No Reserve]
Provenance
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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LOT 1952
Natural History - Cut and Polished Lapis Lazuli Tile Group [3]
Sold for (Inc. bp): £111
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