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LOT 2645
Natural History - Popcorn Quartz Crystal Specimen Group [3]
3 - 3 5/8 in. (612 grams total, 75-92 mm).
Comprising three irregular sections with white crystal formations. [3, No Reserve]
Provenance
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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LOT 2645
Natural History - Popcorn Quartz Crystal Specimen Group [3]
Sold for (Inc. bp): £26
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