Absolute rarity: Spondylus princeps & Murex symbiosis | 9.4 cm | Top condition Taxidermy wall mount - Spondylus & Murex - 9.4 cm - 0 mm - 0 mm - CITES Appendix II - Annex B in the EU - 1
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Specimen: an absolute rarity of a natural symbiosis between Spondylus princeps and Murex, 9.4 cm, in top condition, originating from Mexico, dating to 1977, CITES Appendix II – Annex B.
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For sale is an absolutely extraordinary, museal showcase specimen of a natural symbiosis / fusion (Epibiont) between a noble Pacific spindle cowrie (Spondylus princeps) and a murex snail (Murex / Hexaplex). With a size of 9.4 cm, it is a perfectly proportioned cabinet piece. The snail grew for life inseparably and harmoniously directly on the shell. Such a sculptural, undamaged double specimen is extremely rare on the market and represents the crown jewel for any discerning maritime collection.
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Type / Symbiosis: Spondylus princeps (Pacific spindle cowrie) as host with permanently grown Murex snail.
Size: 9.4 cm (perfect display size)
Condition: Top condition (excellently preserved delicate spines on the shell and snail)
Color: Characteristic, intense orange-red/pink of the Spondylus paired with the striking natural tones of the Murex snail.
Special feature: Absolutely natural, unaltered composite piece – no artificial composition!
Origin: East Pacific (typically from the warm waters from Baja California (Mexico) south to Ecuador/Peru, collection depth usually in rocky reefs between 15–50 meters).
Cultural background: Spondylus princeps was regarded in pre-Columbian times as the sacred "red gold of the Incas" and the Maya.
Use: High-end collectible (science/conchology), investment object, or exclusive design element for refined taste.
Condition description
The piece is in flawless collector’s condition. Notably, the delicate, hollow spines of the shell and the filigree extensions of the grown snail are largely intact and unbroken. The shells were professionally cleaned to remove calcitic overgrowth without attacking the natural texture or the vivid pigmentation.
SKU Oberdiek Spondylus princeps 51
TAGS: Nautilus, Sea Shell, Nautic, Maritime, Nautical Shells, Snails, Collectible, Rare
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 TranslateDetailed item description
Short description
For sale is an absolutely extraordinary, museal showcase specimen of a natural symbiosis / fusion (Epibiont) between a noble Pacific spindle cowrie (Spondylus princeps) and a murex snail (Murex / Hexaplex). With a size of 9.4 cm, it is a perfectly proportioned cabinet piece. The snail grew for life inseparably and harmoniously directly on the shell. Such a sculptural, undamaged double specimen is extremely rare on the market and represents the crown jewel for any discerning maritime collection.
Product details & highlights at a glance
Type / Symbiosis: Spondylus princeps (Pacific spindle cowrie) as host with permanently grown Murex snail.
Size: 9.4 cm (perfect display size)
Condition: Top condition (excellently preserved delicate spines on the shell and snail)
Color: Characteristic, intense orange-red/pink of the Spondylus paired with the striking natural tones of the Murex snail.
Special feature: Absolutely natural, unaltered composite piece – no artificial composition!
Origin: East Pacific (typically from the warm waters from Baja California (Mexico) south to Ecuador/Peru, collection depth usually in rocky reefs between 15–50 meters).
Cultural background: Spondylus princeps was regarded in pre-Columbian times as the sacred "red gold of the Incas" and the Maya.
Use: High-end collectible (science/conchology), investment object, or exclusive design element for refined taste.
Condition description
The piece is in flawless collector’s condition. Notably, the delicate, hollow spines of the shell and the filigree extensions of the grown snail are largely intact and unbroken. The shells were professionally cleaned to remove calcitic overgrowth without attacking the natural texture or the vivid pigmentation.
SKU Oberdiek Spondylus princeps 51
TAGS: Nautilus, Sea Shell, Nautic, Maritime, Nautical Shells, Snails, Collectible, Rare
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
Absolute rarity: Spondylus princeps & Murex symbiosis | 9.4 cm | Top condition
Scientific name
Spondylus & Murex
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Mexico
CITES relevancy
CITES Appendix II - Annex B in the EU
Condition
Good condition
Year
1977
Weight
0 g
Height
9.4 cm
Width
0 mm
Depth
0 mm
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