Rochia Collection (5 pieces) | Ø 5.0 to 8.0 cm | Top condition | Lot Taxidermy wall mount - Rochia - 0 cm - 0 mm - 0 mm - CITES Appendix II - Annex B in the EU - 5
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A set of five Rochia shells (Trochidae) from the tropical Indo‑Pacific, diameters 8.0 cm, 5.7 cm, 5.5 cm, 5.5 cm and 5.0 cm, all in top condition, with the specimen name Rochia and CITES Appendix II status in the EU.
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For sale is a beautiful, harmoniously assembled collection of 5 genuine top shells of the genus Rochia (formerly often classified as Tectus or Trochus). The lot features an excellent size diversity with diameters from 5.0 cm up to a stately giant specimen of 8.0 cm. All five shells are in flawless condition and display the fascinating, geometrically perfect pyramidal shape of these marine animals. Ideal as an addition to a natural history collection, for biological studies, or as an elegant, natural design element in a refined living environment.
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Genus: Rochia (e.g., Rochia nilotica / Tectus niloticus)
Family: Top shells (Trochidae)
Quantity: 5 pieces in the set
Sizes (base diameter):
1x 8.0 cm (imposing XL specimen)
1x 5.7 cm
2x 5.5 cm
1x 5.0 cm
Condition: Top condition (excellently preserved shell structures)
Surface / Appearance: Typical, robust whorls with beautiful natural patterns (often with characteristic reddish-brown stripes or noble mother-of-pearl luster exposed at the base)
Origin: Tropical Indo-Pacific (coral reefs from shallow to mid depths, known for historical harvesting of genuine mother of pearl)
Condition description
All 5 shells are in excellent collector condition. The heavy, solid shells have been professionally cleaned, are completely odorless and stable. The shell openings (apertures) as well as the apexes are wonderfully preserved. There are no significant damages or artificial flaws – the natural, sculptural beauty of the snails is showcased to perfection.
SKU Oberdiek Collection Rochia
TAGS: Nautilus, Sea Shell, Nautic, Maritime, Nautical Mollusks, 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 product description
Short description
For sale is a beautiful, harmoniously assembled collection of 5 genuine top shells of the genus Rochia (formerly often classified as Tectus or Trochus). The lot features an excellent size diversity with diameters from 5.0 cm up to a stately giant specimen of 8.0 cm. All five shells are in flawless condition and display the fascinating, geometrically perfect pyramidal shape of these marine animals. Ideal as an addition to a natural history collection, for biological studies, or as an elegant, natural design element in a refined living environment.
Product details & highlights at a glance
Genus: Rochia (e.g., Rochia nilotica / Tectus niloticus)
Family: Top shells (Trochidae)
Quantity: 5 pieces in the set
Sizes (base diameter):
1x 8.0 cm (imposing XL specimen)
1x 5.7 cm
2x 5.5 cm
1x 5.0 cm
Condition: Top condition (excellently preserved shell structures)
Surface / Appearance: Typical, robust whorls with beautiful natural patterns (often with characteristic reddish-brown stripes or noble mother-of-pearl luster exposed at the base)
Origin: Tropical Indo-Pacific (coral reefs from shallow to mid depths, known for historical harvesting of genuine mother of pearl)
Condition description
All 5 shells are in excellent collector condition. The heavy, solid shells have been professionally cleaned, are completely odorless and stable. The shell openings (apertures) as well as the apexes are wonderfully preserved. There are no significant damages or artificial flaws – the natural, sculptural beauty of the snails is showcased to perfection.
SKU Oberdiek Collection Rochia
TAGS: Nautilus, Sea Shell, Nautic, Maritime, Nautical Mollusks, 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
Rochia Collection (5 pieces) | Ø 5.0 to 8.0 cm | Top condition | Lot
Scientific name
Rochia
Number of objects
5
Country of origin
U.S.
CITES relevancy
CITES Appendix II - Annex B in the EU
Condition
Good condition
Year
1977
Weight
0 g
Height
0 cm
Width
0 mm
Depth
0 mm
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