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CY513 Cypraea (Barycypraea) fultoni 51.3mm | Natal, S. Africa | GEM
Barycypraea fultoni. Genus Barycypraea. Species fultoni. Locality Natal, S. Africa, trawled alive at 80-120m deep by fishing boat nets, 1994. A top-quality example, live taken and in perfect condition.
Cypraea Tessellata G2U
Cypraea Tessellata
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Cypraea scindata Reddish Chocolate Cowrie Shell 47mm French Polynesia Specimen
Cypraea scindata Cowrie Shell. Cypraea scindata. The warm chestnut and chocolate coloration gives it a distinctive character, while the intricate cream reticulation creates an eye-catching contrast that is highly desirable among cowrie collectors.
Cypraea Aurantium #1 86.4mm ULTRA! GORGEOUS GOLDEN BEAUTY from the Philippines
Collected at night near Bohol Island, Philippines, 2021, it was found by a diver on a night dive, on a reef wall in 60 feet of water. Well, Scott's photos of golden cowries sitting there justwaiting for him to pick them up are enough to make anyone drool---he makes the collecting of rare and fantastic shells look easy. the lucky rat!
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CY851 Cypraea (Callistocypraea) aurantium 85.1mm | Philippines | F+++
Callistocypraea aurantium. Genus Callistocypraea. Species aurantium. No growth or stress lines on dorsum, just a little white algae residue on the base (which could probably be cleaned off) and a few small sand inclusions (see photos).
Naria erosa, Cypraea erosa, 41mm, cowrie seashell from Japan
RA RFM 86686 Nice Cypraea hesitata Iredale 1916 100.6mm Trawled by fishermen on
Ex Randy Allamand collection.
CYPRAEIDAE Cypraea tigris SPECIAL COLOR 65.5mm Bohol, Philippines 2009
CYPRAEIDAE Cypraea tigris SPECIAL COLOR. Taken at 10-25 m deep. Size: 65.5 mm. Super color !
RFM 79491 Cypraea arabica Linne 1758 65.6mm F+ Vietnam, off Nha Trang, by local
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CYPRAEA CERVUS ( ATLANTIC DEER COWRIE )
RFM 79480 Cypraea arabica Linne 1758 72.3mm F+ Vietnam, off Nha Trang, by local
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Cypraea mus bicornis f. donmoorei, 48mm mus cowrie cowry seashell from Venezuela
Lot of 4 Cypraea Cervus Shells Various Sizes From Florida Keys 2-3/4" to 3-1/2"
Free Shipping! This lot of 4 Cypraea Cervus seashells from the Florida Keys varies in size from 2-3/4" to 3-1/2", making it a collectible item for enthusiasts of shells, rocks, fossils, and minerals. Originating from the USA, these shells offer a unique addition to any collection due to their specific location and variation in size. Perfect for display or further study, these Cypraea Cervus shells are a beautiful representation of nature from the Florida Keys.
Cypraea Jenneria pustulata #17 23.3mm BIG! GORGEOUS BEAUTY from Panama
Cypraea Jenneria pustulata #17 23.3mm,Lightfoot 1786 BIG! GORGEOUS BEAUTY from Panama. Cypraea Jenneria pustulata #17 23.3mm, Lightfoot 1786 BIG! Anyhow, as the photos show, this beauty is a gorgeousGEM that will lookterrific sitting on your shelf!
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Cypraea Valentia 82mm F+++/Gem Balut I. Philippines Collectible
Cypraea valentia, 82mm F+++/gem from Balut I, Philippines. A great sample of a key uncommon cowry. Humped, wide, nice colors and gloss.
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Cypraea Jenneria pustulata #18 22.4mm BIG! GORGEOUS BEAUTY from Panama
Cypraea Jenneria pustulata #18 22.4mm,Lightfoot 1786 BIG! GORGEOUS BEAUTY from Panama. Cypraea Jenneria pustulata #18 22.4mm, Lightfoot 1786 BIG! Anyhow, as the photos show, this beauty is a gorgeousGEM that will lookterrific sitting on your shelf!
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Palmadusta lentiginosa, Cypraea lentiginosa, Freckled Cowry, 26.9mm, Sri Lanka
518 Tonna dunkeri 119.3mm TOP GRADING IMPORTANT NATURAL SEASHELL RARE BEAUTY
Identification: Tonna dunkeri (Hanley, 1860), False Bay, South Africa, on sand in 11m depth, ex coll. Very mature and heavy, superb pattern and color. A magnificent and rare shell, mine is a treasure from old collection, taken before 1980.
3 BEAUTIFUL Cypraea Tigris GLOSSY Tiger Cowries 80 mm Seashells SHELLS
These are beautiful without any flaws that I can see. Two of them are glossy and one is not. See photos for details. I don't know much about these, so be sure to look at pics before purchase.
Cypraea adusta #9 44.1mm GORGEOUS BEAUTY from Zanzibar Island
Cypraea adusta #9 44.1mm,Lamarck 1810, GORGEOUS BEAUTY from Zanzibar Island. Found at low tide under rubble on muddy/sandy grass flats, Zanzibar Island, Tanzania, 2020. This shell is apparently found in the mud, which just goes to show what optimists shell collectors are, that they would think to hunt for beauties like this in the mud of all places!
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Cypraea Seashell Tigris Very Nice Pattern Vintage
This Cypraea Tigris Sea Shell is a great addition to any collection. The shell's pattern is very nice and the color is a beautiful mix of brown and white. The shell is from the sea and has a unique design that is perfect for display. Vintage from the 70's ...excellent condition
Jenneria pustulata, 20.8mm, Pediculariidae seashell cowrie collection, #10C-L-25
301 Epitonium scalare w/o 57.0mm TOP GRADING IMPORTANT NATURAL SEASHELL RARE
A species that made history and back in the 18th century such a shell was more valuable than many important jewels including large diamonds, and the few pieces known were proudly exposed in treasure cabinets like that of Ambras or Seba.
PSEUDOSIMNIA CARNEA: RARELY OFFERED DEEP-WATER OVULID PAIR @ 13.06MM & 12.07MM!
Notes: FROM A OLD COLLECTION. CONTRASTING PAIR. Grade: Gems. GOOD LUCK!
Mauritia eglantina, Cypraea eglantina, with Barnacle, 50.2mm, very interesting
RA RFM 86687 Rare Cypraea hesitata howelli Iredale 1931 87.8mm Trawled by fisher
Ex Robert Schoeller collection. Ex Randy Allamand collection.
Eclogavena Luchuana - Okinawa Endemic - Rare - Vintage - Group3B - Choice of 13
The Ecolgavena Luchuana is endemic to the Ryukyu Islands. We were blessed to have lived on Okinawa from 1974-1978 where we enjoyed exploring the beautiful waters around the islands. We were also blessed with finding lots of shells which allowed our dad to trade with other divers & collectors/dealers to grow our family collection.
123 Conus moluccensis 49.7mm TOP GRADING IMPORTANT NATURAL SEASHELL RARE BEAUTY
All shells listed are preowned, old collection as we say, acquiring them makes no impact on nature, and you can silence any critics by pointing to this fact. In addition, sparkling the interest in seashells makes us knowledgeable guardians of the Seas, and we want to see healthy populations in undisturbed natural habitat.
Cypraea zoila vercoi F+++ 78.4mm. A heavy specimen with nice flanging margins
Vercoi F+++ 78.4 mm. A substantial deep-water shell, notable for its weight, color and pattern. Currently part of a private family collection and now available for acquisition.
Cypraea Aurantium #24 85.3mm GORGEOUS GOLDEN BEAUTY from the Philippines
I still own the first Golden Cowrie I ever got. Well, she checked it out. Anyhow, she dug it up, found it was dirt encrusted but whole, so she took the shell to the lady running the sale and asked fearfully,How much?.
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Cypraea tessellata, TWO ULTRA TESSIES! 32.4 and 28.0mm GORGEOUS BEAUTIES Hawaii
32.4 and28.0 mm,Swainson 1822, GORGEOUS BEAUTIES Hawaii. You can still buy just one if you like.
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Cypraea Jenneria pustulata # 13 20.7 mm GORGEOUS BEAUTY from Panama
Cypraea Jenneria pustulata # 13 20.7 mm,Lightfoot 1786 GORGEOUS BEAUTY from Panama. Anyhow, as the photos show, this beauty is a gorgeousGEM that will lookterrific sitting on your shelf! Found at low tide under rubble at Pedro Gonzales Island, Panama, 2024.
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Barycypraea (Cypraea) teulerei specimen seashell, 41 mm
Barycypraea teulerei (formally classified as Cypraea teulerei). Harvested Oman, Al Masirah, in seaweed, muddy sand, low tide 12/1983. This seashell is in perfect condition, glossy, and colorful. 41 mm long.
CYPRAEIDAE Blasicrura Teres (Gmelin, 1791) 27.0mm Bohol, Philippines
Bohol, Philippines.
CYPRAEA ONYX: EXCEPTIONAL PATTERN @ 47.9MM! SELECTED FROM 100'S! EXCEPTIONAL!
Notes: FROM MY LAST ASIAN TRIP. TRYING TO FIND A NICE PATTERN & GOOD QUALITY FOR THIS SPECIES IS DIFFICULT. Location: Zamboanga, Philippines.
516 Cypraea somalica 80.2mm TOP GRADING IMPORTANT NATURAL SEASHELL RARE BEAUTY
Identification: Cypraea broderipii ssp. As from general observance, Somalia shells are mostly slightly smaller, maybe not as regular in shape, and quite often much paler on dorsum and occasionally with a distinguished red coloration to the laterals.
CYPRAEIDAE Cypraea tigris FREAK 63.4mm Olango Isl, Philippines 2013 - RARE!
CYPRAEIDAE Cypraea tigris FREAK. Olango Island.
Huge Cypraea Mauritiana Hawaiiensis 102mm Humpback Cowrie Seashell - Museum Size
MUSEUM QUALITY.
Cypraea zoila vercoi gem minus 68.6mm. Superb shape, color and spotting.
A substantial deep-water shell, notable for its weight, size and natural beauty. Currently part of a private family collection and now available for acquisition.
Mauritia maculifera Cowrie Shell 48.23mm Glossy Natural Sea Shell Collector
BeautifulMauritia maculifera cowrie shell displaying an attractive gray and cream background with rich chocolate reticulated markings and excellent natural gloss. Length:48.23 mm. Weight:16.38 g.