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Is this really coral

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« on: November 22, 2017, 02:23:32 am »

Hi Ileney,

I'm not sure exactly what kind of coral it is, but I think it is coral of a low grade variety and dyed to get that vibrant red. Sounds very interesting your parents buying up your neighbours stuff - hope there is something in there really interesting!

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Luke
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