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LOT 3221
Vivianite Crystal Specimen
3 5/8 in. (239 grams, 91 mm).
Dark green prismatic crystals in iron-rich matrix. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom Bolivia.
From the collection of Mr Carlos Bahamonde, Manchester, UK.
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LOT 3221
Vivianite Crystal Specimen
Estimate £60 - 80€70 - 93 (for guidance only)$81 - 108 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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