Gastropod Sea shell - Cassis Rufa (No reserve price)
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Specimen: gastropod; Scientific name: Cassis rufa; Origin: Indonesia; Year: 1986; Weight: 693 g; Condition: good; Authenticity: original; Displayed on a brass stand.
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Magnificent specimen of Cassis rufa presented on an elegant brass pedestal, from an old private collection.
This piece combines the species' characteristic massive form with a beautiful opening in pinkish and orangish hues. The pedestal particularly highlights the shell and allows for immediate display in a storefront window or curiosity cabinet.
The specimen shows a natural patina and light marks related to its history and decorative use, contributing to its authenticity.
Provenance: former private collection.
Characteristics
* Species: Cassis rufa
* Shell size: 15 cm
* Total weight with pedestal: 693 g
* Support: brass pedestal
* Condition: good overall, see photographs
Era
20th century (circa 1950–1990)
Probable origin
Indo-Pacific tropical (Philippines or Indonesia).
Magnificent specimen of Cassis rufa presented on an elegant brass pedestal, from an old private collection.
This piece combines the species' characteristic massive form with a beautiful opening in pinkish and orangish hues. The pedestal particularly highlights the shell and allows for immediate display in a storefront window or curiosity cabinet.
The specimen shows a natural patina and light marks related to its history and decorative use, contributing to its authenticity.
Provenance: former private collection.
Characteristics
* Species: Cassis rufa
* Shell size: 15 cm
* Total weight with pedestal: 693 g
* Support: brass pedestal
* Condition: good overall, see photographs
Era
20th century (circa 1950–1990)
Probable origin
Indo-Pacific tropical (Philippines or Indonesia).
Details
Era
1900-2000
Specimen
Gastropod
Scientific name
Cassis Rufa
No. of items
1
Country of origin
Indonesia
CITES relevancy
Non-CITES species
Condition
Good condition
Year
1986
Weight
693 g
Authenticity
Original/official
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