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LOT 2251
Natural History - Mixed Mineral Specimen Collection [30]
1/2 - 2 3/8 in. (564 grams total, 14-60 mm).
Comprising: rhododendrite, quartz, amethyst, pyrite, jasper, Icelandic spar, agate, calcite, and others. [30, No Reserve]
Provenance
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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LOT 2251
Natural History - Mixed Mineral Specimen Collection [30]
Sold for (Inc. bp): £13
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