Pāua Abalone Sea shell - Haliotis iris (No reserve price)
04
days
07
hours
37
minutes
47
seconds
Current bid
€ 4
No reserve price
Expert
Selected by Jonas Rathaj
Has worked with taxidermy since childhood and gained retailer experience.
Estimate € 150 - € 200
13 other people are watching this object
 | €4 | |
|---|---|---|
 | €1 |
Catawiki Buyer Protection
Your payment’s safe with us until you receive your object.View details
Trustpilot 4.4 | 132109 reviews
Rated Excellent on Trustpilot.
Haliotis iris Pāua Abalone specimen, polished shell in good condition (2019, Madagascar), weight 45 g, dimensions 13 × 9.5 × 3 cm, authenticity original.
AI-assisted summary
Description from the seller
Haliotis iris (Pāua Abalone) — Polished Shell
A striking specimen of Haliotis iris, renowned for its exceptionally vivid iridescence. The shell displays a rich interplay of metallic hues—deep blues, emerald greens, and flashes of violet—shifting dynamically with the light.
The exterior retains its natural sculptural texture, with organic undulations and layered formations that enhance the visual depth of the nacre. The inner surface reveals the classic smooth mother-of-pearl, contrasting beautifully with the more rugged outer face.
The characteristic row of respiratory perforations follows the shell’s contour, reinforcing both its biological identity and aesthetic rhythm.
Carefully polished to highlight its natural brilliance, this specimen offers an intense chromatic presence rarely matched among marine shells.
Dimensions: 13 × 9.5 × 3 cm
A bold and luminous piece, ideal for conchology collections, cabinet displays, or as a distinctive natural design object.
Seller's Story
Shipping Restrictions and Right to Cancel the Sale
We reserve the right to cancel a sale if the purchased item cannot be legally exported, imported, or shipped to the destination country. This includes, but is not limited to, items subject to regulatory restrictions (such as materials protected under CITES), customs limitations, local prohibitions, or logistical constraints related to the weight, size, or nature of the parcel when carriers do not accept shipments to specific geographic areas.
It is the buyer’s responsibility to verify any applicable restrictions in their country before placing a bid. Should shipping prove impossible for legal or operational reasons beyond our control, the order will be cancelled and any payment made will be refunded in accordance with the platform’s procedures.
About Latiaxis S.r.l.
Latiaxis was founded in Italy by Bruno Briano and family, combining over 40 years of passion and expertise in natural and ethnographic science collections. The diverse offerings include decorative shells, natural stones, museum-grade fossils, taxidermy, and tropical corals to serve a wide audience, from museums and private collectors to enthusiasts and interior designers.
Our services extend beyond sales, providing consulting, evaluation, and tailored delivery, all while adhering to international trade laws for endangered species. We are fully licensed and authorized to source and offer all the specimens in our collection and for protected species, we strictly comply with the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). CITES is an international agreement between governments, designed to ensure that trade in specimens of wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival. By adhering to these stringent regulations, especially within European countries, we demonstrate our commitment to sustainability and ethical practices, ensuring the responsible sourcing and sale of all items. This dedication provides our clients with the assurance that they are acquiring specimens through legal, environmentally conscious, and trustworthy channels.
Haliotis iris (Pāua Abalone) — Polished Shell
A striking specimen of Haliotis iris, renowned for its exceptionally vivid iridescence. The shell displays a rich interplay of metallic hues—deep blues, emerald greens, and flashes of violet—shifting dynamically with the light.
The exterior retains its natural sculptural texture, with organic undulations and layered formations that enhance the visual depth of the nacre. The inner surface reveals the classic smooth mother-of-pearl, contrasting beautifully with the more rugged outer face.
The characteristic row of respiratory perforations follows the shell’s contour, reinforcing both its biological identity and aesthetic rhythm.
Carefully polished to highlight its natural brilliance, this specimen offers an intense chromatic presence rarely matched among marine shells.
Dimensions: 13 × 9.5 × 3 cm
A bold and luminous piece, ideal for conchology collections, cabinet displays, or as a distinctive natural design object.
Seller's Story
Shipping Restrictions and Right to Cancel the Sale
We reserve the right to cancel a sale if the purchased item cannot be legally exported, imported, or shipped to the destination country. This includes, but is not limited to, items subject to regulatory restrictions (such as materials protected under CITES), customs limitations, local prohibitions, or logistical constraints related to the weight, size, or nature of the parcel when carriers do not accept shipments to specific geographic areas.
It is the buyer’s responsibility to verify any applicable restrictions in their country before placing a bid. Should shipping prove impossible for legal or operational reasons beyond our control, the order will be cancelled and any payment made will be refunded in accordance with the platform’s procedures.
About Latiaxis S.r.l.
Latiaxis was founded in Italy by Bruno Briano and family, combining over 40 years of passion and expertise in natural and ethnographic science collections. The diverse offerings include decorative shells, natural stones, museum-grade fossils, taxidermy, and tropical corals to serve a wide audience, from museums and private collectors to enthusiasts and interior designers.
Our services extend beyond sales, providing consulting, evaluation, and tailored delivery, all while adhering to international trade laws for endangered species. We are fully licensed and authorized to source and offer all the specimens in our collection and for protected species, we strictly comply with the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). CITES is an international agreement between governments, designed to ensure that trade in specimens of wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival. By adhering to these stringent regulations, especially within European countries, we demonstrate our commitment to sustainability and ethical practices, ensuring the responsible sourcing and sale of all items. This dedication provides our clients with the assurance that they are acquiring specimens through legal, environmentally conscious, and trustworthy channels.
Details
Era
After 2000
Specimen
Pāua Abalone
Scientific name
Haliotis iris
Country of origin
Madagascar
Condition
Good condition
Year
2019
Weight
45 g
Authenticity
Original/official
Sold by
