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LOT 2198
Natural History - Polished Green Malachite Section Group [20]
5/8 - 1 3/4 in. (244 grams total, 17-46 mm).
Each with at least one polished face to reveal the attractive banding; some pierced for threading. [20, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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LOT 2198
Natural History - Polished Green Malachite Section Group [20]
Sold for (Inc. bp): £98
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