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LOT 1755
Natural History - Gypsum Mineral Blade Group
3/8 - 3 1/8 in. (1.1 kg total, 10-80 mm).
A group of over 160 gypsum blades. [160+, No Reserve]
Provenance
Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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