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LOT 2417

Natural History - Large Cut and Polished Septarian Egg Half

8 1/4 in. (3.66 kg, 21 cm).

The attractive internal structure filled with yellow and brown aragonite crystals. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).

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LOT 2417

Natural History - Large Cut and Polished Septarian Egg Half

Sold for (Inc. bp): £46

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