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LOT 2611
Natural History - Large Brown Calcite Specimen Group [10]
2 1/2 - 3 1/8 in. (2.76 kg total, 64-80 mm).
Comprising large cut chunks. [10, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom Mexico.
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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LOT 2611
Natural History - Large Brown Calcite Specimen Group [10]
Sold for (Inc. bp): £7
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