Conch Sea shell - Pteria penguin con perla (No reserve price)

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1999 Pteria penguin shell with pearl from Thailand, weight 74 g, good condition, shell size 14.5 x 10.5 x 3.5 cm and pearl about 12 cm.

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The oyster in the photo is a Pteria penguin, also known as the winged oyster. This species has traditionally been used in pearl farming, but it is mainly known for Mabé pearls (half pearls or blister pearls) rather than full round pearls.

The shell is characterized by a prominent elongated lateral 'wing' and displays a splendid iridescent inner coloration, with hues ranging from dark brown and black to golden and silvery reflections.

The pearl was cultivated by inserting a spherical nucleus of mother-of-pearl into the oyster, which then coats the nucleus with successive layers of nacre.

It's not two separate parts, but a rare shell with its pearl.
Conditions: excellent

Shell dimensions: 14.5 x 10.5 x 3.5 cm
Pearl dimensions: 12 cm

The oyster in the photo is a Pteria penguin, also known as the winged oyster. This species has traditionally been used in pearl farming, but it is mainly known for Mabé pearls (half pearls or blister pearls) rather than full round pearls.

The shell is characterized by a prominent elongated lateral 'wing' and displays a splendid iridescent inner coloration, with hues ranging from dark brown and black to golden and silvery reflections.

The pearl was cultivated by inserting a spherical nucleus of mother-of-pearl into the oyster, which then coats the nucleus with successive layers of nacre.

It's not two separate parts, but a rare shell with its pearl.
Conditions: excellent

Shell dimensions: 14.5 x 10.5 x 3.5 cm
Pearl dimensions: 12 cm

Details

Era
1900-2000
Specimen
Conch
Scientific Name
Pteria penguin con perla
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Thailand
Condition
Good condition
Year
1999
Weight
74 g
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Objects sold
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