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LOT 1890
Natural History - Very Large Ruby in Zoisite Specimen Group [13]
3 /4 - 4 in. (4.4 kg total, 8.3-10.3 cm).
Comprising large, natural chunks of various sizes. [13, No Reserve]
Provenance
From Tanzania.
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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LOT 1890
Natural History - Very Large Ruby in Zoisite Specimen Group [13]
Sold for (Inc. bp): £4
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