Angaria sphaerula (42mm) - Rare - Exceptional GEM Common Dolphin Shell Skeleton - Angaria sphaerula - 0 mm - 0 mm - 42 mm- Non-CITES species - (1)
03
days
17
hours
21
minutes
22
seconds
Starting bid
€ 1
Reserve price not met
Expert
Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 170 - € 200
No bids placed
Catawiki Buyer Protection
Your payment’s safe with us until you receive your object.View details
Trustpilot 4.4 | 142857 reviews
Rated Excellent on Trustpilot.
Angaria sphaerula (Kiener, 1838) shell, 42 mm in size, GEM quality, original specimen from Cebu, Philippines, dating from 1982, in good condition.
AI-assisted summary
Description from the seller
Top rarity: Angaria sphaerula (42mm) – GEM quality from Cebu
You are bidding on an абсолютно flawless specimen of the coveted Angaria sphaerula (also known as the Ball Delphinula). This collector's piece captivates with its extraordinary aesthetics and its excellent state of preservation.
Product details:
Type: Angaria sphaerula (Kiener, 1838)
Size: First-class 42 mm – an impressive and rare size for this quality
Quality: GEM (Perfect condition with no visible flaws, flawless spines and perfect geometry)
Origin: Collected from waters off Cebu, Philippines
Special feature: Perfectly formed, delicate spines and a beautiful, high-contrast coloration. The fine sculpting is entirely intact.
This stunning deep-sea snail is a true highlight for any upscale conch collection or an exclusive decorative piece for lovers of marine natural art.
Oberdiek: Angaria delphinus
TAGS: crab shell snails maritime nautical Nautilus sea water collection
Seller's Story
We are specialists in the sale of mussels and snails from collection solutions. We get most of these from Germany.
We offer very special pieces for sale here that we do not offer on our website.
Translated by Google TranslateTop rarity: Angaria sphaerula (42mm) – GEM quality from Cebu
You are bidding on an абсолютно flawless specimen of the coveted Angaria sphaerula (also known as the Ball Delphinula). This collector's piece captivates with its extraordinary aesthetics and its excellent state of preservation.
Product details:
Type: Angaria sphaerula (Kiener, 1838)
Size: First-class 42 mm – an impressive and rare size for this quality
Quality: GEM (Perfect condition with no visible flaws, flawless spines and perfect geometry)
Origin: Collected from waters off Cebu, Philippines
Special feature: Perfectly formed, delicate spines and a beautiful, high-contrast coloration. The fine sculpting is entirely intact.
This stunning deep-sea snail is a true highlight for any upscale conch collection or an exclusive decorative piece for lovers of marine natural art.
Oberdiek: Angaria delphinus
TAGS: crab shell snails maritime nautical Nautilus sea water collection
Seller's Story
We are specialists in the sale of mussels and snails from collection solutions. We get most of these from Germany.
We offer very special pieces for sale here that we do not offer on our website.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Era
After 2000
Specimen
Angaria sphaerula (42mm) - Rare - Exceptional GEM Common Dolphin Shell
Scientific name
Angaria sphaerula
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Indo-West Pacific
CITES relevancy
Non-CITES species
Condition
Good condition
Year
1982
Weight
0 g
Depth
42 mm
Height
0 mm
Width
0 mm
Authenticity
Original/official
Sold by
Disclaimer
The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
