Gastropod Sea shell - XL RARE SIZE — “Arabian Mosaic” Mauritia arabica — Exceptional 61 mm Specimen - GEM (No reserve price)
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Original specimen of Mauritia arabica (Arabian Mosaic), a 61 mm, 50 g gastropod shell from Tanzania, dating to 1972 and in good condition.
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Scientific data
Phylum: Mollusca
Class: Gastropoda
Family: Cypraeidae
Genus: Mauritia Troschel, 1863
Species: Mauritia arabica (Linnaeus, 1758)
Type: marine shell of Cypraeidae
Length: 61 mm
Ornamentation: brownish-red reticulate network on an ivory background
Surface: highly lustrous and porcelain-like
The name Mauritia arabica is currently accepted by the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), which treats Cypraea arabica Linnaeus, 1758 as a synonym.
A specimen particularly sought after for its size
With its 61 mm, this specimen stands out for an XL body size that is especially impressive. Coupled with its extremely dense pattern, its bulging shape, and its presentation, this dimension gives it a remarkable presence on display.
The piece is particularly suited to a specialized Cypraeidae collection, a cabinet of curiosities, or a natural history museum display.
The contrast between the ivory surface, the fine brown-reddish ramification, and the peripheral dark macules gives this shell an almost graphic and architectural aesthetics, while its denticulated aperture allows full appreciation of its morphology.
A large-sized specimen, with exceptional natural ornamentation, combining scientific interest, aesthetic quality, and strong display presence for a collection.
Scientific data
Phylum: Mollusca
Class: Gastropoda
Family: Cypraeidae
Genus: Mauritia Troschel, 1863
Species: Mauritia arabica (Linnaeus, 1758)
Type: marine shell of Cypraeidae
Length: 61 mm
Ornamentation: brownish-red reticulate network on an ivory background
Surface: highly lustrous and porcelain-like
The name Mauritia arabica is currently accepted by the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), which treats Cypraea arabica Linnaeus, 1758 as a synonym.
A specimen particularly sought after for its size
With its 61 mm, this specimen stands out for an XL body size that is especially impressive. Coupled with its extremely dense pattern, its bulging shape, and its presentation, this dimension gives it a remarkable presence on display.
The piece is particularly suited to a specialized Cypraeidae collection, a cabinet of curiosities, or a natural history museum display.
The contrast between the ivory surface, the fine brown-reddish ramification, and the peripheral dark macules gives this shell an almost graphic and architectural aesthetics, while its denticulated aperture allows full appreciation of its morphology.
A large-sized specimen, with exceptional natural ornamentation, combining scientific interest, aesthetic quality, and strong display presence for a collection.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Specimen
Gastropod
Scientific name
XL RARE SIZE — “Arabian Mosaic” Mauritia arabica — Exceptional 61 mm Specimen - GEM
Country of origin
Tanzania
Condition
Good condition
Year
1972
Weight
50 g
Authenticity
Original/official
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