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| Item | # 0003377048 | | Family | Muricidae | | Name | Chicoreus orchidiflorus - SHOWPIECE , Shikama, 1973 |
| Size | 50.6 mm, w/o |
| Locality | Punta Engaño, Cebu, PI |
| Note | Large example of this wonderful species in exceptional condition, the shell is 2 mm short of the WRS. Astounding display of expansive varices in all three locations on the trigonal body whorl. The intricate intervarical sculpture includes multiple ridges with strong axial cords on the body. Superb condition of the wings, with little, if any, detectable erosion or chips of the edges. Deep rich apricot/peach coloration with perfect spire, apex and body whorl. This may be the most superior super-large specimen available for the species, a Murex collector's showpiece. Taken by tangle net 150-200 meters of Punta Engaño, Cebu, Philippines. Close examination of the specimen reveals small imperfect areas on the siphonal canal channel. Grade: GEM minus. |
| Seller | Seashell Trader (173) -
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| Currency of this item |  EURO |
| Start Price | 1,00 € |
| Current Price | 520,00 € - offered by wrlting521 - Auction closed -
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| Range | Bid Increment |
| 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 > 21:15:00 | | shellauction.net time | 02-07-2024 > 00:44:23 | | Time left | ... | | |
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