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Specimen Triviella phalaera, 18 mm, GEM-quality shell from South Africa, scientific name Triviella phalaera (Schilder, 1930).
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Scientific name: Triviella phalaera (Schilder, 1930) (Synonym: Trivia phalaera). It belongs to the family of coffee shells (Triviidae).
Origin (collection region): This species is native to southern Africa. It typically occurs in the cooler waters along the coast of South Africa, often in deeper zones (subtidal), which is why shells are less frequently washed ashore undamaged.
Size: 18 mm is an outstanding size for this species. Triviella phalaera ranks among the larger members of the family, and specimens around 18–19 mm are already regarded in collector circles as "large specimens" ("grande").
Morphology: The genus Triviella is often characterized by a somewhat thinner, more rounded shell. The ribs are fine and elegant, giving the shell a very aesthetic structure.
Quality grade: GEM. An absolutely flawless shell. Since South African waters are known for strong currents and rough seas, shells from there often bear fine impact marks. A perfect GEM piece is therefore an excellent standard for collections.
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TAGS: Sea shell, maritime, marine life, snail, shell
SKU- Oberdiek - Trivia phalaera
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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 TranslateScientific name: Triviella phalaera (Schilder, 1930) (Synonym: Trivia phalaera). It belongs to the family of coffee shells (Triviidae).
Origin (collection region): This species is native to southern Africa. It typically occurs in the cooler waters along the coast of South Africa, often in deeper zones (subtidal), which is why shells are less frequently washed ashore undamaged.
Size: 18 mm is an outstanding size for this species. Triviella phalaera ranks among the larger members of the family, and specimens around 18–19 mm are already regarded in collector circles as "large specimens" ("grande").
Morphology: The genus Triviella is often characterized by a somewhat thinner, more rounded shell. The ribs are fine and elegant, giving the shell a very aesthetic structure.
Quality grade: GEM. An absolutely flawless shell. Since South African waters are known for strong currents and rough seas, shells from there often bear fine impact marks. A perfect GEM piece is therefore an excellent standard for collections.
Insured shipping via DHL
Sale and shipping only within the EU
TAGS: Sea shell, maritime, marine life, snail, shell
SKU- Oberdiek - Trivia phalaera
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.
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Era
1900-2000
Specimen
Rarity in miniature: Why the 18 mm Triviella phalaera is an absolute highlight §§ NO
Scientific name
Trivia phalaera
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
South Africa
CITES relevancy
Non-CITES species
Condition
Good condition
Year
1985
Weight
0 g
Height
18 mm
Width
0 mm
Depth
0 mm
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