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LOT 1835
Natural History - Quartz Crystal Specimen Group [100]
1 1/8 - 1 1/2 in. (911 grams total, 28-39 mm).
Comprising a large quantity of translucent crystal points. [100, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom Brazil.
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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