Cypraea ventriculus (belly cowrie) – Exquisite collectible from French Polynesia (GEM) Skeleton - Cypraea ventriculus - 0 mm - 0 mm - 57 mm- Non-CITES species - (1)
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Specimen: Cypraea ventriculus (Ventral Cowry) from Tuamotu, French Polynesia; scientific name Cypraea ventriculus; 57 mm, year 1982, GEM condition, good condition, authenticity original.
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Cypraea ventriculus (Ventral Cowry) – Exquisite collectible from French Polynesia (GEM)
For ambitious malacologists and collectors of high-quality cowries, we offer here a flawless Cypraea ventriculus (often classified as Lyncina ventriculus) in absolutely top condition. With a perfect size of 57 mm and in defect-free GEM state (without any flaws, with deep, natural porcelain gleam), this specimen represents a true highlight for any cabinet collection.
This species captivates with its heavy, extremely robust shell, the characteristic reddish-brown banding, and the striking, almost square base of the shell. This particular gem originates from the remote Tuamotu Archipelago in French Polynesia – a provenance region world-famous among collectors for especially color-intensive and high-contrast shells.
Species: Cypraea ventriculus (Ventral Cowry)
Size: approx. 57 mm (Very good, representative collection size)
Condition: GEM (Flawless premium quality, perfect shine)
Origin: Tuamotu Archipelago, French Polynesia
Notable feature: Excellent preservation of the delicate marginal markings and the typical shell structure.
SKU - oberdiek - Cypraea ventriculus
TAGS: Crustacean 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 TranslateCypraea ventriculus (Ventral Cowry) – Exquisite collectible from French Polynesia (GEM)
For ambitious malacologists and collectors of high-quality cowries, we offer here a flawless Cypraea ventriculus (often classified as Lyncina ventriculus) in absolutely top condition. With a perfect size of 57 mm and in defect-free GEM state (without any flaws, with deep, natural porcelain gleam), this specimen represents a true highlight for any cabinet collection.
This species captivates with its heavy, extremely robust shell, the characteristic reddish-brown banding, and the striking, almost square base of the shell. This particular gem originates from the remote Tuamotu Archipelago in French Polynesia – a provenance region world-famous among collectors for especially color-intensive and high-contrast shells.
Species: Cypraea ventriculus (Ventral Cowry)
Size: approx. 57 mm (Very good, representative collection size)
Condition: GEM (Flawless premium quality, perfect shine)
Origin: Tuamotu Archipelago, French Polynesia
Notable feature: Excellent preservation of the delicate marginal markings and the typical shell structure.
SKU - oberdiek - Cypraea ventriculus
TAGS: Crustacean 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.
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Era
After 2000
Specimen
Cypraea ventriculus (belly cowrie) – Exquisite collectible from French Polynesia (GEM)
Scientific name
Cypraea ventriculus
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Tuamotu
CITES relevancy
Non-CITES species
Condition
Good condition
Year
1982
Weight
0 g
Depth
57 mm
Height
0 mm
Width
0 mm
Authenticity
Original/official
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