Conch Sea shell - Lambis Truncata

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Splendid marine shell of the species Lambis truncata, Madagascar, 2005
It is known as the 'giant spider shell' and can reach a length of 45 cm.
Classified in 1786 by John Lightfoot under the name Strombus truncatus, it houses a gastropod mollusk of the family Strombidae.
A highly sought-after decorative object among naturalist collectors.
Dimensions: 23 x 15 x 9 cm. Weight: 665 g
Excellent condition, bright colors.

Magnificent marine shell of the species Lambis truncata, Madagascar, 2005.
Nicknamed 'giant spider shell', it can reach 45 cm in length.
Classified in 1786 by John Lightfoot under the name Strombus truncatus, it houses a gastropod mollusk of the family Strombidae.
A decorative object highly sought after by naturalist collectors.
Dimensions: 23 x 15 x 9 cm. Weight: 665 g
Excellent condition, vibrant colors.

Magnificent marine shell of the species Lambis truncata, Madagascar, 2005.
Surnamed 'giant spider shell', it can reach 45 cm in length.
Classified in 1786 by John Lightfoot under the name Strombus truncatus, it houses a gastropod mollusk in the family Strombidae.
Object decorative highly sought after by naturalist collectors.
Dimensions: 23 x 15 x 9 cm. Weight: 665 g
Excellent condition, vibrant colors.

Splendid marine shell of the species Lambis truncata, Madagascar, 2005
It is known as the 'giant spider shell' and can reach a length of 45 cm.
Classified in 1786 by John Lightfoot under the name Strombus truncatus, it houses a gastropod mollusk of the family Strombidae.
A highly sought-after decorative object among naturalist collectors.
Dimensions: 23 x 15 x 9 cm. Weight: 665 g
Excellent condition, bright colors.

Magnificent marine shell of the species Lambis truncata, Madagascar, 2005.
Nicknamed 'giant spider shell', it can reach 45 cm in length.
Classified in 1786 by John Lightfoot under the name Strombus truncatus, it houses a gastropod mollusk of the family Strombidae.
A decorative object highly sought after by naturalist collectors.
Dimensions: 23 x 15 x 9 cm. Weight: 665 g
Excellent condition, vibrant colors.

Magnificent marine shell of the species Lambis truncata, Madagascar, 2005.
Surnamed 'giant spider shell', it can reach 45 cm in length.
Classified in 1786 by John Lightfoot under the name Strombus truncatus, it houses a gastropod mollusk in the family Strombidae.
Object decorative highly sought after by naturalist collectors.
Dimensions: 23 x 15 x 9 cm. Weight: 665 g
Excellent condition, vibrant colors.

Details

Era
After 2000
Specimen
Conch
Scientific name
Lambis Truncata
No. of items
1
Country of origin
Madagascar
Condition
Good condition
Year
2005
Weight
665 g
ItalyVerified
32
Objects sold
75%
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