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LOT 1787
Natural History - Pink Dolomite Crystal Group
3 - 4 in. (1.1 kg total, 7.5-10.2 cm).
A group of ten pink dolomite mineral specimens with crystal crust masses. [10, No Reserve]
Provenance
Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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