Melo broderipii – Young Specimen – Philippines Juvenile Melo broderipii - Height: 96 mm - Width: 56 mm- 49 g - (1)
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Juvenile Melo broderipii shell from the Philippines, a Volutidae collector shell with an elongated ovoid shape, smooth glossy surface, cream to ivory pale yellow background and dark brown markings in irregular lines and bands, with an evident spire and elongated opening.
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Interesting young specimen of Melo broderipii, a large marine gastropod belonging to the Volutidae family, originating from the Philippines. The shell presents an elongated ovoid shape, with a naturally smooth and glossy surface. The background coloration ranges from cream to ivory and pale yellow, crossed by dark brown markings arranged in broken lines, bands, angular segments, and irregular motifs. The distribution of the design naturally varies from one specimen to another, making each shell unique and recognizable. One of the most interesting aspects is its juvenile stage. The spire is still relatively evident, while along the shoulder there are already the characteristic projections that, with growth, can develop further and significantly modify the shell profile. The aperture is wide and elongated, a typical feature of the Melo genus, with a uniform interior in delicate cream and beige tones. Young Melo broderipii specimens are particularly valued in malacological collecting because they allow observation of a precise stage of the species’ development. During growth, in fact, the shell not only increases in size but gradually changes in proportions, thickness, shoulder conformation, and the relationship between the dorsum and the opening. The Volutidae family includes some of the most elegant and sought-after sea shells by collectors, characterized by smooth surfaces, large apertures, and extremely variable natural designs. Juvenile specimens also constitute an interesting complement to adult shells, especially in collections dedicated to growth series, malacology, and natural history. The Philippines represent one of the world’s most important areas for marine biodiversity and are historically associated with the study and collection of numerous tropical gastropod species. An interesting specimen for a collection dedicated to Volutidae, tropical shells, marine gastropods, malacology, and natural history objects. Species: Melo broderipii Author: Gray in Griffith & Pidgeon, 1833 Family: Volutidae Provenance: Philippines Stage: juvenile natural specimen
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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 TranslateInteresting young specimen of Melo broderipii, a large marine gastropod belonging to the Volutidae family, originating from the Philippines. The shell presents an elongated ovoid shape, with a naturally smooth and glossy surface. The background coloration ranges from cream to ivory and pale yellow, crossed by dark brown markings arranged in broken lines, bands, angular segments, and irregular motifs. The distribution of the design naturally varies from one specimen to another, making each shell unique and recognizable. One of the most interesting aspects is its juvenile stage. The spire is still relatively evident, while along the shoulder there are already the characteristic projections that, with growth, can develop further and significantly modify the shell profile. The aperture is wide and elongated, a typical feature of the Melo genus, with a uniform interior in delicate cream and beige tones. Young Melo broderipii specimens are particularly valued in malacological collecting because they allow observation of a precise stage of the species’ development. During growth, in fact, the shell not only increases in size but gradually changes in proportions, thickness, shoulder conformation, and the relationship between the dorsum and the opening. The Volutidae family includes some of the most elegant and sought-after sea shells by collectors, characterized by smooth surfaces, large apertures, and extremely variable natural designs. Juvenile specimens also constitute an interesting complement to adult shells, especially in collections dedicated to growth series, malacology, and natural history. The Philippines represent one of the world’s most important areas for marine biodiversity and are historically associated with the study and collection of numerous tropical gastropod species. An interesting specimen for a collection dedicated to Volutidae, tropical shells, marine gastropods, malacology, and natural history objects. Species: Melo broderipii Author: Gray in Griffith & Pidgeon, 1833 Family: Volutidae Provenance: Philippines Stage: juvenile natural specimen
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.
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Number of objects
1
Main mineral
Melo broderipii – Young Specimen – Philippines
Mineral form
Juvenile Melo broderipii
Supplement
Volutidae Collector Shell
Weight
49 g
Country of origin
Philippines
Height
96 mm
Width
56 mm
Depth
43 mm
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