Naturalia Mineral Specimen, Italy, circa 1870 Splendid Wunderkammer Rarity
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Naturalia Mineral Specimen, Italy, circa 1870 Splendid Wunderkammer Rarity
$2,134.15List Price
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)Width: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1870
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Milan, IT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU917121335492
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