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Historic Opal and Other Gemstone Collection

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Historic Mixed Gemstone Collection: A plastic box with an interesting group of synthetic, imitation, and altered gemstones, identified and with sources. 53.3 grams total with box, 2-17mm (1/4 - 1/2"). Previously the property of an impor

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Islamic Gemstone Collection: 14th-20th century AD. A mixed group of inscribed gemstones comprising: jasper with four lines of calligraphic text; rock crystal with text to the flat face; amethyst with text and chamfered edges; car

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EJ Victor The Newport Historic Collection Inlaid Commodes: EJ Victor The Newport Historic Collection commodes in very good condition.

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Australian Triplet Opal Gemstone Set in Sterling Silver Ring- Size 9 1/2, Total Weight 11 Grams: Australian Triplet Opal Gemstone Set in Sterling Silver Ring- Size 9 1/2, Total Weight 11 Grams

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Iwo Jima Historic Collection Cent, nickel, dime,: Cent, nickel, dime, quarter and half dollar - circulated all dated 1945; housed with WWII medal in presentation box.

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Fire Opal Gemstone: Please study all photographs carefully to get an accurate representation of the item. Please message us for information on dimensions/condition report. We offer in-house shipping internationally (US a

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Historic Opal and Other Gemstone Collection

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A plastic box containing a mixture of rough and cut opals each identified by type and locality. 64.8 grams total with box, 3-19mm (1/4- 1/2"). Previously the property of an important private mineral collector, d.1998; many of the specimens formerly with Gregory, Bottley & Co., 30 Old Church Street, Chelsea, London, UK. [23]