Charonia tritonis – Giant Triton – 374 mm Charonia tritonis - Height: 374 mm - Width: 184 mm- 764 g - (1)
05
days
07
hours
11
minutes
07
seconds
Current bid
€ 40
Reserve price not met
Expert
Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 330 - € 380
 | €40 | |
|---|---|---|
| €1 |
Catawiki Buyer Protection
Your payment’s safe with us until you receive your object.View details
Trustpilot 4.4 | 143856 reviews
Rated Excellent on Trustpilot.
A large natural specimen of Charonia tritonis from Madagascar, featuring a highly developed spire, slender profile and a broad flared aperture, measuring 374 × 184 × 136 mm and weighing 764 g.
AI-assisted summary
Description from the seller
Great natural specimen of Charonia tritonis from Madagascar, characterized by a highly developed spire, a slender silhouette and a large opening with a strong visual impact. With dimensions of 374 × 184 × 136 mm and a weight of 764 grams, this shell belongs to the large specimens of the species. The external surface is crossed by numerous spiral ribs and growth lines, on which a very marked pattern develops in cream, ivory, honey and dark brown tones. The more intense bands follow the Shell's reliefs, creating a rhythmic and almost graphic motif. Particularly spectacular is the large flared opening, with an interior in shades of orange and warm red, framed by a light edge crossed by pronounced brown striations. Charonia tritonis belongs to the family Charoniidae and is one of the largest predatory gastropods of the Indo-Pacific. It is also known for preying on echinoderms, including the crown-of-thorns starfish, Acanthaster. An interesting curiosity concerns the English name Triton’s Trumpet: in several cultures the large shells of Charonia have been used as natural trumpets, modifying the apex of the spire to obtain a wind instrument with a deep and powerful sound. A specimen of strong presence, particularly suitable for malacological collections, Wunderkammer, natural history cabinets and high-quality decorative environments.
Seller's Story
The Mineral Art Gallery offers minerals, fossils, shells and natural elements.
Born in Italy in 2017, today she collaborates with international galleries and collectors, she is a direct importer of large minerals and naturalistic collectible elements; deals with the processing to insert them inside the living space. A section of the gallery was dedicated to the Wunderkammer, "chamber of wonders or cabinet of curiosities" in which Mirabilia elements are presented: naturalia and italiania, a union between "the present is the past".
All lots are shipped via DHL Express and Fercam couriers, with insured parcel and tracking.
Translated by Google TranslateGreat natural specimen of Charonia tritonis from Madagascar, characterized by a highly developed spire, a slender silhouette and a large opening with a strong visual impact. With dimensions of 374 × 184 × 136 mm and a weight of 764 grams, this shell belongs to the large specimens of the species. The external surface is crossed by numerous spiral ribs and growth lines, on which a very marked pattern develops in cream, ivory, honey and dark brown tones. The more intense bands follow the Shell's reliefs, creating a rhythmic and almost graphic motif. Particularly spectacular is the large flared opening, with an interior in shades of orange and warm red, framed by a light edge crossed by pronounced brown striations. Charonia tritonis belongs to the family Charoniidae and is one of the largest predatory gastropods of the Indo-Pacific. It is also known for preying on echinoderms, including the crown-of-thorns starfish, Acanthaster. An interesting curiosity concerns the English name Triton’s Trumpet: in several cultures the large shells of Charonia have been used as natural trumpets, modifying the apex of the spire to obtain a wind instrument with a deep and powerful sound. A specimen of strong presence, particularly suitable for malacological collections, Wunderkammer, natural history cabinets and high-quality decorative environments.
Seller's Story
The Mineral Art Gallery offers minerals, fossils, shells and natural elements.
Born in Italy in 2017, today she collaborates with international galleries and collectors, she is a direct importer of large minerals and naturalistic collectible elements; deals with the processing to insert them inside the living space. A section of the gallery was dedicated to the Wunderkammer, "chamber of wonders or cabinet of curiosities" in which Mirabilia elements are presented: naturalia and italiania, a union between "the present is the past".
All lots are shipped via DHL Express and Fercam couriers, with insured parcel and tracking.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Number of objects
1
Main mineral
Charonia tritonis – Giant Triton – 374 mm
Mineral form
Charonia tritonis
Supplement
Large Collector Shell
Weight
764 g
Country of origin
Madagascar
Height
374 mm
Width
184 mm
Depth
136 mm
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.
