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LOT 2840

Natural History - Wind Chime with Cut and Polished Purple Agate Slices

15 3/4 in. (262 grams, 40 cm long).

Comprising a large central slice with five smaller slices hanging below; in enhanced dark purple colour. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).

CONDITION

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LOT 2840

Natural History - Wind Chime with Cut and Polished Purple Agate Slices

Sold for (Inc. bp): £7

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