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LOT 2001
Natural History - Cut and Polished Lapis Lazuli Tile Group
3 - 3 1/8 in. (229 grams total, 77-80 mm).
A group of three rectangular lapis lazuli tiles with polished upper faces. [3, No Reserve]
Provenance
Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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LOT 2001
Natural History - Cut and Polished Lapis Lazuli Tile Group
Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
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