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An extraordinary specimen of the Syrinx aruanus, the world’s largest extant gastropod, skillfully carved to reveal its magnificent internal spiral. This impressive piece, sourced from Indonesia, has been meticulously worked by local artisans to create a breathtaking open-coil design that exposes the natural geometry of the shell.

The craftsmanship required to achieve such a result is remarkable, involving hours of careful cutting and polishing. The result is both a scientific curiosity and a sculptural masterpiece, ideal for collectors of marine specimens or those seeking a standout decorative object.
An exceptional fusion of natural form and artistic intervention.

Size: 43 x 20 x 16 cm
Weight: 1.235 kg

2022

Large False Trumpet Sea shell - Syrinx aruanus

Natural History & Taxidermy

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Taxidermy full body mount

Raw mineral

Amber

Sea shell

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Taxidermy wall mount

Necklace

Skeleton

Diorama

Earrings

Carved mineral

Skull

Bracelet

Pendant

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Madagascar

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Period

Paleogene, Eocene (56 - 33.9 million years)

1970-1980

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1990-2000

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Cretaceous, Lower (145 - 100.5 million years)

1950-1960

1800-1850

Neogene (23.03 - 2.58 million years)

1980-1990

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Independence (1947-present)

1940-1950

1930-1940

Cambrian, Miaolingian (509 - 497 million years)

Mid 20th century

Blood Coral

Turquoise

Pearl

Lapis lazuli

Freshwater cultured pearl

Onyx

Natural Pearl

Amethyst

Citrine

Akoya cultured pearl

Peridot

Certification

Non-CITES species

No laboratory report

CITES Appendix II - Annex B in the EU

CITES Appendix I - Annex A in the EU

CITES Appendix III - Annex B in the EU

CITES Appendix II - Annex A in the EU

CITES Appendix I - Source D

CITES Appendix III - Annex C in the EU

pre-CITES (ie pre-1947)

Fineness

18 kt.

9 kt.

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