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LOT 2350
Very Large Cut Natural Unpolished Fossilised Tree Trunk Slice
TRIASSIC PERIOD, 251-199 MILLION YEARS B.P.
12 1/8 in. (1.54 kg, 30.9 cm).
Thick section of agatised wood showing some bark detailing on the outside. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom Madagascar.
Ex Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's), Harwich, UK.
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LOT 2350
Very Large Cut Natural Unpolished Fossilised Tree Trunk Slice
Estimate £40 - 60€46 - 70 (for guidance only)$54 - 81 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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Opening Bid: £5
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