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LOT 2782
Pyrite Crystal Mineral Group [100]
3/8 - 1 1/4 in. (860 grams total, 11-33 mm).
Each cluster displaying variously sized crystals. [100, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom Peru.
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's), Harwich, UK.
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