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LOT 2785
Natural History - Unpolished Fossil Tree Branch Section Group [10]
TRIASSIC PERIOD, 251-199 MILLION YEARS B.P.
1 7/8 - 3 3/4 in. (966 grams total, 47-97 mm).
Each showing good bark detail. [10, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom Madagascar.
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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LOT 2785
Natural History - Unpolished Fossil Tree Branch Section Group [10]
Sold for (Inc. bp): £20
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