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LOT 2417
Natural History - Lapis Lazuli Mineral Specimen Group
2 3/4 - 4 1/2 in. (1.4 kg total, 7-11.7 cm).
Three large pieces of extremely fine lapis lazuli with good pyrite inclusions. [3, No Reserve]
ProvenanceMineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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