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Naturalia Mineral Specimen, Italy, circa 1870
$1,918List Price
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Width: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Depth: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1870
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Milan, IT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU917119390482
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