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LOT 1944
Natural History - Yellow-Brown Calcite Group
1 - 1 7/8 in. (540 grams total, 25-47 mm).
A group of 50 yellow-brown calcite specimens with waxy lustre. [50, No Reserve]
Provenance
From Mexico.
Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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