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LOT 1841
Natural History - Porphyry Cut Slice Group
3 3/8 - 6 1/4 in. (244 grams total, 8.5-16 cm).
A group of ten porphyry slices of irregular shapes, cut and polished on both sides, probably recycled material mined in ancient Roman times. [10, No Reserve]
ProvenanceMineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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Natural History - Green Agate and Amethyst Gem Tree
Sold for (Inc. bp): £13
A medium size gemstone tree consisting of a brass trunk and branches tipped with polished green agate, mounted on a section of amethyst geode. 648 grams, 17 cm high
Mineral Imports, London, UK. Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's). -
Natural History - Cut and Polished Fossil Ammonite Pair
Cretaceous Period, 145-65 million years B.P.Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
A pair of cut and polished ammonite fossil halves, revealing the internal structures; some iridescence. 214 grams total, 98 mm each
From Madagascar. Ex Lincolnshire, UK, collection. -
Natural History - Lapis Lazuli Bead Necklace
Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
A graduated string of tumbled natural variegated lapis lazuli pebble beads with clasp. 100 grams, 45 cm long
Fine condition.
UK gallery, acquired in the 2000s. Property of an English gentleman.
