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LOT 1780
Natural History - Cut and Polished Mini Crystal Geode Halves
3/4 - 1 3/4 in. (638 grams total, 20-45 mm).
A group of 100 mini agate geode halves of various colours, including examples displaying crystals to the exposed inner faces. [100, No Reserve]
Provenance
Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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LOT 1780
Natural History - Cut and Polished Mini Crystal Geode Halves
Sold for (Inc. bp): £26
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