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Sea Snail

Grand specimen of Charonia sp. (likely Charonia tritonis), family Ranellidae.

Dimensions :
	• Length: 26 cm.
	• Maximum width: 13 cm.
	• Weight: 510 g.
Massive shell with an elongated spire, featuring pronounced spiral relief and characteristic undulating varices of the genus.

1900

Gastropod Sea shell - Charonia Tritonis  (No reserve price)

This Nautilus Pompilius XL mounted on a vintage-style wooden and brass base is a magnificent specimen, a master of natural history that carries an aura of mystery and ancient charm. The Nautilus, with its vibrant colors and fascinating design, is celebrated for its beauty and the

2022

Master of the Wunderkammer - Sea shell - Nautilus Pompilius - Il Fossile Vivente - Elegant Wood and Brass Base - 250 x 130 x 80 mm

a triton Charonia Tritonis that has nearly reached its maximum size, rare given its size, from the Indian Ocean. dimensions: about 40 cm long, width 17 cm, height 18 cm, weighing 780 g. very beautiful original coloration. this large shell is the only predator of the

2010

Specimen of Mauritia mauritiana (formerly Cypraea mauritiana), family Cypraeidae.

Adult shell measuring about 80 mm.

Species recognizable by its massive oval shape and its dark brown to blackish mantle dotted with irregular lighter spots characteristic. The base presents the

Gastropod Sea shell - Cyprae Mauritania  (No reserve price)

A large specimen with very vivid colors of Chicoreus Ramosus mounted on a wooden and brass base to make it an exclusive decorative object.
A collectible shell that transforms into a design element.

Shell dimensions: 145 x 113 x 96 mm.
Weight: 380 g

2024

Decorative Ramose Murex - Sea Snail Shell on Wood and Brass Elegant Base - Sea shell - Chicoreus Ramosus - 270×113×110 mm

DTD SHOP offers you this magnificent specimen of mollusk shell: the Cypraecassis rufa, also known as the red helmet or bull’s-head helmet, a species of marine mollusks in the gastropod class.

Dark red to bright red with white spots. The animal is vivid red. Its shell has been

1950

Gastropod Sea shell - CYPREACASSIS RUFA.  (No reserve price)

Important specimen of Cassis cornuta, commonly called horned helmet, belonging to the Cassidae family. This marine shell is distinguished by its thick and massive shell, adorned with characteristic dorsal protrusions and by its broad, smooth internal opening, with ivory to orange

1980

Conch Sea shell - Cassis cornuta  (No reserve price)

9 large marine shells.
sea snail.
Cassis cornuta chicoreus.
Spider conch.
Superior quality.
Cornut sea snail with blackcurrant (22 cm)
Coral shell cassis cornuta.
Good condition and beautiful shine.

1990

Sea Snail Sea shell - Koraalslak cassis cornuta

Private collection:
1 Tridacna squamosa shell.
2 Melo broderipii.
1 fossil shell

1970

Conch Sea shell - Shell tridacna squamosa- gigante melo broderipii  (No reserve price)

Completely engraved large mother of pearl shell, very intricate. The carving into the shell is of a Human Skull. The shell was engraved by a Balinese artisan, who has mastered the art of carving. The artisan is one of very few who can carve at this level. He is truly one of the

2025

Intricately carved Mother of Pearl Shell - Human Skull Motif- Sea shell - Pinctada Maxima  (No reserve price)

Impressive marine shell of the genus Chicoreus, most likely Chicoreus ramosus, recognizable by its long branched spines and its strong, sturdy build.

A fine-sized specimen (17 cm) with an expressive silhouette and highly decorative. The natural irregularities, typical of the

Gastropod Sea shell - Chicoreus ramosus  (No reserve price)

Specimen of Conus Litteratus, also known as Cone Shell, mounted on a handcrafted wooden base, transforming it into a natural sculpture.
Native to the Indo-Pacific Ocean, this species is known for its pattern of dark spots and lines on an ivory white background. The graphic effect

Mounted Conus Litteratus – Elegance sculpted by the sea Sea shell - Marine Sea Shell

Specimen of Pleuroploca trapezium, family Fasciolariidae.

Dimensions :
	• Length : 15 cm.
	• Weight : 245 g.
Fusiform shell with developed spire, presenting marked spiral reliefs and angular shoulders characteristic of the species.
External coloration brown to beige with lighter

Gastropod Sea shell - Trapezium  (No reserve price)

Cypraecassis rufa, or the red helmet shell, is a mollusk species in the Cassidae family, known for its artistic use and prestige in collecting. Also known as the 'Bullmouth Helmet,' it is native to the warm waters of the Indian Ocean and the Pacific, where it is abundant along

Cypraecassis Rufa: The exotic shell for collectors, 175 millimeters. Sea shell - Cypraecassis Rufa -  The Cammeo Shell

Cypræa argus – Grand specimen 7 cm – New Caledonia – Ancient collection 1976 – Collection quality.
Subject:
Marine shell for collection: Cypræa argus (family Cypraeidae).

Description:
Very beautiful specimen of Cypræa argus, known for its characteristic pattern of circular

1976

Gastropod Sea shell - CYPRAEA ARGUS  (No reserve price)

Magnificent Ceratostoma Burnetti gastropod shell about 85x63x51 mm. The dimensions of this specimen are truly remarkable, and the condition of the crests makes this shell a collectible specimen. Its original operculum is present. The apex and the siphonal canal are in excellent

2020

Murex Burnetti Sea shell - Ceratostoma Burnetti  (No reserve price)

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