Royal spiny aster - monster size - first choice - color purple Taxidermy wall mount - Spondylus regius - 16.5 cm - 0 cm - 0 cm - CITES Appendix II - Annex B in the EU - 1

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Spondylus regius - Royal spiny oyster

This impressive Spondylus regius, also known as the Royal Thorn Oyster, originates from a German private collection and stands out due to its rare purple coloration. Measuring 16.5 cm and weighing 238 grams, it is an exceptional collectible. The oyster is in top condition and features a distinctive shape and well-preserved structure, making it a highlight in any collection. A must-have for any serious collector of marine shells and oysters.

Details:


Art: Spondylus regius (Kigliche Stachelauster)

Color: Purple

Origin: German private collection.

Size: 16.5 cm

Weight: 238 grams

Condition: Top


English

Spondylus regius - Royal Thorny Oyster

This impressive Spondylus regius, also known as the Royal Thorny Oyster, comes from a German private collection and features a rare purple coloration. Measuring 16.5 cm and weighing 238 grams, it is an exceptional collector's item. The oyster is in top condition and is distinguished by its striking shape and well-preserved structure, making it a highlight of any collection. A must-have for any serious collector of marine shells and oysters.

Details:


Species: Spondylus regius (Royal Thorny Oyster)

Color: Purple

Origin: German private collection

Size: 16.5 cm

Weight: 238 grams

Condition: Top




SKU Oberdiek Spondylus regius purple

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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Spondylus regius - Royal spiny oyster

This impressive Spondylus regius, also known as the Royal Thorn Oyster, originates from a German private collection and stands out due to its rare purple coloration. Measuring 16.5 cm and weighing 238 grams, it is an exceptional collectible. The oyster is in top condition and features a distinctive shape and well-preserved structure, making it a highlight in any collection. A must-have for any serious collector of marine shells and oysters.

Details:


Art: Spondylus regius (Kigliche Stachelauster)

Color: Purple

Origin: German private collection.

Size: 16.5 cm

Weight: 238 grams

Condition: Top


English

Spondylus regius - Royal Thorny Oyster

This impressive Spondylus regius, also known as the Royal Thorny Oyster, comes from a German private collection and features a rare purple coloration. Measuring 16.5 cm and weighing 238 grams, it is an exceptional collector's item. The oyster is in top condition and is distinguished by its striking shape and well-preserved structure, making it a highlight of any collection. A must-have for any serious collector of marine shells and oysters.

Details:


Species: Spondylus regius (Royal Thorny Oyster)

Color: Purple

Origin: German private collection

Size: 16.5 cm

Weight: 238 grams

Condition: Top




SKU Oberdiek Spondylus regius purple

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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Details

Era
1900-2000
Specimen
Royal spiny aster - monster size - first choice - color purple
Scientific Name
Spondylus regius
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
U.S.
CITES relevancy
CITES Appendix II - Annex B in the EU
Condition
Good condition
Year
1977
Weight
238 g
Height
16.5 cm
Width
0 cm
Depth
0 cm
GermanyVerified
1203
Objects sold
96.67%
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