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LOT 2467
Natural History - Large Amethyst Crystal Chunk Group [12]
1 5/8 - 2 1/2 in. (1.36 kg total, 43-64 mm).
Comprising twelve dark purple pieces of prismatic crystals. [12, No Reserve]
Provenance
From Brazil.
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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LOT 2467
Natural History - Large Amethyst Crystal Chunk Group [12]
Sold for (Inc. bp): £13
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