Large Triton's Trumpet Shell Clam - Charonia tritonis (Zonder Minimumprijs)
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Specimen: Large Triton's Trumpet Shell (Charonia tritonis) from the Indo-Pacific Ocean, in good condition.
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Large Triton's Trumpet Shell (Charonia tritonis) – Indo-Pacific Ocean – Natural marine specimen
NO RESERVE PRICE !
Description:
A magnificent large specimen of the Charonia tritonis, commonly known as the Triton's Trumpet.
This impressive marine gastropod shell is renowned for its sculptural form, strong ridges, and warm natural colouration with cream, orange and light brown tones. The interior shows a beautiful glossy surface with smooth transitions of colour.
The Triton's Trumpet is one of the largest predatory sea snails in the world, found in the tropical Indo-Pacific region, often living among coral reefs where it preys on sea stars.
Because of its elegant form and size, such shells were traditionally used as ceremonial or decorative "sea trumpets" in Polynesia and Southeast Asia.
A superb collector's piece or interior decorative object.
Details:
Species: Charonia tritonis (Triton's Trumpet)
Origin: Indo-Pacific Ocean
Period: Recent (modern natural specimen) 1980 - 1990
Dimensions: 240 x 200 x 190 mm
Condition: Excellent, natural glossy surface with minor wear consistent with age
Shipping: Carefully packed, tracked shipment
Large Triton's Trumpet Shell (Charonia tritonis) – Indo-Pacific Ocean – Natural marine specimen
NO RESERVE PRICE !
Description:
A magnificent large specimen of the Charonia tritonis, commonly known as the Triton's Trumpet.
This impressive marine gastropod shell is renowned for its sculptural form, strong ridges, and warm natural colouration with cream, orange and light brown tones. The interior shows a beautiful glossy surface with smooth transitions of colour.
The Triton's Trumpet is one of the largest predatory sea snails in the world, found in the tropical Indo-Pacific region, often living among coral reefs where it preys on sea stars.
Because of its elegant form and size, such shells were traditionally used as ceremonial or decorative "sea trumpets" in Polynesia and Southeast Asia.
A superb collector's piece or interior decorative object.
Details:
Species: Charonia tritonis (Triton's Trumpet)
Origin: Indo-Pacific Ocean
Period: Recent (modern natural specimen) 1980 - 1990
Dimensions: 240 x 200 x 190 mm
Condition: Excellent, natural glossy surface with minor wear consistent with age
Shipping: Carefully packed, tracked shipment
Details
Era
1900-2000
Specimen
Large Triton's Trumpet Shell
Scientific name
Charonia tritonis
Number of items
1
Country of origin
Indo-Pacific Ocean
Condition
Good condition
Year
1980
Weight
1443 g
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