Beautiful abalone polished mother of pearl Sea shell - Haliotis midae (No reserve price)

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Specimen: Beautiful abalone polished mother of pearl (Haliotis midae) from Madagascar, 2019, weight 130 g, dimensions 16 × 13.5 × 4.2 cm, in good condition.

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Description from the seller

Stunning polished abalone shell (Haliotis midae) with both the interior and exterior revealing its mesmerizing, iridescent mother-of-pearl.
Elegantly displayed on a sturdy plastic base, this piece highlights the shell’s natural beauty and shimmering colors.
A perfect decorative addition to any space or a thoughtful gift for collectors and nature lovers.

Dimensions: 16 x 13.5 x 4.2 cm

Seller's Story

Latiaxis was founded in Italy by Bruno Briano and family, combining over 40 years of passion and expertise in natural and ethnographic science collections. The diverse offerings include decorative shells, natural stones, museum-grade fossils, taxidermy, and tropical corals to serve a wide audience, from museums and private collectors to enthusiasts and interior designers. Our services extend beyond sales, providing consulting, evaluation, and tailored delivery, all while adhering to international trade laws for endangered species. We are fully licensed and authorized to source and offer all the specimens in our collection and for protected species, we strictly comply with the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). CITES is an international agreement between governments, designed to ensure that trade in specimens of wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival. By adhering to these stringent regulations, especially within European countries, we demonstrate our commitment to sustainability and ethical practices, ensuring the responsible sourcing and sale of all items. This dedication provides our clients with the assurance that they are acquiring specimens through legal, environmentally conscious, and trustworthy channels.

Stunning polished abalone shell (Haliotis midae) with both the interior and exterior revealing its mesmerizing, iridescent mother-of-pearl.
Elegantly displayed on a sturdy plastic base, this piece highlights the shell’s natural beauty and shimmering colors.
A perfect decorative addition to any space or a thoughtful gift for collectors and nature lovers.

Dimensions: 16 x 13.5 x 4.2 cm

Seller's Story

Latiaxis was founded in Italy by Bruno Briano and family, combining over 40 years of passion and expertise in natural and ethnographic science collections. The diverse offerings include decorative shells, natural stones, museum-grade fossils, taxidermy, and tropical corals to serve a wide audience, from museums and private collectors to enthusiasts and interior designers. Our services extend beyond sales, providing consulting, evaluation, and tailored delivery, all while adhering to international trade laws for endangered species. We are fully licensed and authorized to source and offer all the specimens in our collection and for protected species, we strictly comply with the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). CITES is an international agreement between governments, designed to ensure that trade in specimens of wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival. By adhering to these stringent regulations, especially within European countries, we demonstrate our commitment to sustainability and ethical practices, ensuring the responsible sourcing and sale of all items. This dedication provides our clients with the assurance that they are acquiring specimens through legal, environmentally conscious, and trustworthy channels.

Details

Era
After 2000
Specimen
Beautiful abalone polished mother of pearl
Scientific name
Haliotis midae
Country of origin
Madagascar
Condition
Good condition
Year
2019
Weight
130 g
ItalyVerified
10720
Objects sold
99.51%
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