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LOT 1754

Natural History - Cut Unpolished Malachite Crystal Slice Group

6 3/8 - 6 3/4 in. (442 grams total, 16.2-17 cm).

A group of three unpolished cut malachite slices. [3, No Reserve]

Provenance

From D.R. Congo.
Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).

CONDITION

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LOT 1754

Natural History - Cut Unpolished Malachite Crystal Slice Group

Sold for (Inc. bp): £59

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