Nautilus Pompilius Extra - Polished Mother of Pearl Shell - Giant Size - Extraordinary Quality - Height: 209 mm - Width: 166 mm- 298 g - (1)
03
days
20
hours
12
minutes
42
seconds
Starting bid
€ 1
Reserve price not met
Expert
Selected by Jonas Rathaj
Has worked with taxidermy since childhood and gained retailer experience.
Estimate € 500 - € 550
No bids placed
Catawiki Buyer Protection
Your payment’s safe with us until you receive your object.View details
Trustpilot 4.4 | 143966 reviews
Rated Excellent on Trustpilot.
One specimen of Nautilus pompilius with a giant polished mother of pearl shell, from Papua New Guinea, described as Extra - Giant Size and Extraordinary Quality, weighing 298 g and measuring 209 mm by 166 mm by 110 mm.
AI-assisted summary
Description from the seller
Giant Size - Extraordinary Quality — Nautilus pompilius – visible mother-of-pearl – Papua New Guinea A large specimen of Nautilus pompilius, characterized by the removal of the outer layer that fully highlights the natural mother-of-pearl. The surface is smooth and velvety, with elegant iridescent reflections ranging from white to pale green, typical of the inner aragonite structure. The planispiral coil is well developed and perfectly legible, with harmonious proportions and steady growth. The opening is wide, with thin margins and a satin interior in warm tones. Thin growth lines are visible, evidence of the natural development of the organism. A decorative and scientific specimen at the same time, ideal for collectors and enthusiasts of natural shells and biological forms.
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.
Translated by Google TranslateGiant Size - Extraordinary Quality — Nautilus pompilius – visible mother-of-pearl – Papua New Guinea A large specimen of Nautilus pompilius, characterized by the removal of the outer layer that fully highlights the natural mother-of-pearl. The surface is smooth and velvety, with elegant iridescent reflections ranging from white to pale green, typical of the inner aragonite structure. The planispiral coil is well developed and perfectly legible, with harmonious proportions and steady growth. The opening is wide, with thin margins and a satin interior in warm tones. Thin growth lines are visible, evidence of the natural development of the organism. A decorative and scientific specimen at the same time, ideal for collectors and enthusiasts of natural shells and biological forms.
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.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Number of objects
1
Main mineral
Nautilus Pompilius Extra - Polished Mother of Pearl Shell -
Mineral form
Giant Size - Extraordinary Quality
Supplement
Collectors Shell
Weight
298 g
Country of origin
Papua New Guinea
Height
209 mm
Width
166 mm
Depth
110 mm
Sold by
