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LOT 2450
Ruby in Zoisite and Other Mineral Collection [5]
4 3/8 - 5 1/2 in. (4 kg total, 11.1-13.9 cm).
Comprising two ruby in zoisite specimens and three of rough aventurine(?). [5, No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's), Harwich, UK.
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