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LOT 2321
Natural History - Large Green Fuchsite Mineral Specimen Group [10]
3 - 4 3/4 in. (2.78 kg total, 7.7-12 cm).
Comprising ten large specimens with pearly lustre. [10, No Reserve]
Provenance
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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LOT 2321
Natural History - Large Green Fuchsite Mineral Specimen Group [10]
Sold for (Inc. bp): £1
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