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LOT 2149
Natural History - Large Size Cut and Polished Purple Agate Crystal Geode Slice
9 3/4 in. (675 grams, 24.7 cm).
With attractive dark blue banding, translucent quartz crystals and the internal cavity with lavender-coloured amethyst crystals. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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LOT 2149
Natural History - Large Size Cut and Polished Purple Agate Crystal Geode Slice
Sold for (Inc. bp): £26
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