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LOT 2266
Natural History - Quartz Crystal Specimen Group [100]
7/8 - 1 5/8 in. (1.13 kg total, 22-40 mm).
Of various sizes, some translucent. [100, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom Brazil.
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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