Sea Snail Sea shell - M-987 LAMBIS VIOLACEA

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Sought after by collectors, a very beautiful and rare shell with operculum Lambis Violacea - Ophioglossolambis violacea is a species of large sea snail, a marine snail from the family Strombidae, true shells and their allies.
The 'Violet Spider Conch' is one of the most famous classic rarities in the world of conchology and perhaps the most beautiful of spiders. Known for its deep purple aperture, which sets it apart from all other spider conchs. It is generally considered the most sought-after step in the Indian Ocean and was one of fifty species selected by S. Peter Dance in 'Rare Shells' (1969). Although it is probably not a rare species in its locality, it remains a rare species on the market even today due to limited access to its restricted habitat. Dimensions - 35/50/100mm. Highly recommended for collectors of rare shells.

Sought after by collectors, a very beautiful and rare shell with operculum Lambis Violacea - Ophioglossolambis violacea is a species of large sea snail, a marine snail from the family Strombidae, true shells and their allies.
The 'Violet Spider Conch' is one of the most famous classic rarities in the world of conchology and perhaps the most beautiful of spiders. Known for its deep purple aperture, which sets it apart from all other spider conchs. It is generally considered the most sought-after step in the Indian Ocean and was one of fifty species selected by S. Peter Dance in 'Rare Shells' (1969). Although it is probably not a rare species in its locality, it remains a rare species on the market even today due to limited access to its restricted habitat. Dimensions - 35/50/100mm. Highly recommended for collectors of rare shells.

Details

Era
After 2000
Specimen
Sea Snail
Scientific name
M-987 LAMBIS VIOLACEA
Country of origin
Mauritius
Condition
Good condition
Year
2019
Weight
44 g
The NetherlandsVerified
1700
Objects sold
97.79%
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