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| Item | # 0003382149 | | Family | Cypraeidae | | Name | Cypraea valentia - EXCEPTIONAL , Perry, G., 1811 |
| Size | 87.1 mm |
| Locality | Philippines |
| Note | An exceptional, ultra-large specimen of this ‘classic’, much coveted species, exhibiting rich colour, and a magnificent dorsal pattern of the highest aesthetic merit, formed with the utmost regularity and clarity – the pattern sought by the connoisseur. Clear, virtually straight mantle line traversing entire dorsum, only seen in the finest examples. For any one wishing to obtain a full understanding of the history and morphology of this singular species, see my major article 'Cypraea valentia (Perry, 1811) – A Comprehensive History and Discussion of a Conchological Icon', published in Beautiful Cowries Magazine, No.7, December 2015. Data: Off Catbalogan, Samar, Philippines; upon reef substrate, upon reef wall of drop-off; 60-80 m; dived; 2014. Size: 87.1 mm. Grading: Gem. Provenance: JES Collection; London / Melbourne. |
| Seller | JES (1247) -
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| Currency of this item |  EURO |
| Start Price | 1,00 € |
| Current Price | 215,00 € - offered by fflchamp1 - Auction closed -
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| under 100 € | 1 € |
| from 100 to 200 € | 2 € |
| from 200 to 500 € | 5 € |
| from 500 to 1000 € | 10 € |
| over 1000 € | 25 € |
| | End | 26-06-2024 > 21:30:00 | | shellauction.net time | 27-06-2024 > 11:17:28 | | Time left | ... | | |
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