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Item# 0003473866
FamilyMuricidae
NameHexaplex princeps - LONGS SPINES AND DARK!!!
Size74.8 mm, w/o
LocalityLas Hadas,Manzanillo,Colima,Mex.
NoteUNIQUE EXTRA LONG LONG SPINES AND RARE BLACK SPOTS!! This is "Las Hadas form" with the longest spines population I have ever found, I don't really know why there some populations are with extremely long spines or really curved. The lip spines are very long and extreme longer the spines near the siphonal canal, at the same time the spines in the spire are really long at the beggining. Apex complete intact and spire too, except for one little pinhole otherwise Museum piece, the rest of the shells is just perfect. look at this dark black spot in the posterior front lip side and totally white sharp long spines. One of my favorites populations of this wonderful species. The last ones I have to offer!! This specimens on this auction are coming totally from different places with big difference in forms as you can see, very selected and exceptional conditions. Great to add in your collection and make comparations, choose your favorite and good luck! After searching for different localities for years and years along the Mexican Pacific side, we finally discovered the great variety that exists in this particular beautiful species. Here are some of their shapes, colors, spines and sizes. The best selected specimens with the best conditions. Choose your favorite in this special auction! Very hard to get with this incredible quality!! Do not miss this opportunity. For Muricids lovers and advancer collectors , see pictures! F+++. Found attached between big stones about 9m deep. Las Hadas, Manzanillo, Colima, Mexico. March 2024. Value this rare extra long spines form : 65-75 euro. ATTENTION!!! Dear friends this will be the last auction from Germany, after this auction I have to send all the packages to all of you, I can't take them with me to Mexico, if you will bid on my shells, the package will be sent to your destination after this running auction and payment, thank you for your kind attention and understanding. Happy shelling!!! MEXICO PACIFIC
SellerMEXICO PACIFIC (640) - Register to view Feedback
Seller CountryGERMANY
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Currency of this itemEURO
Start Price2,00 €
Current Price2,00 € - offered by inspector  - You must be registered to make your offer - 

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End25-09-2024 > 21:15:00
shellauction.net time21-09-2024 > 03:18:15
Time left4 days, 17 hours, 56 min
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Bid history:
inspector (430) 2 €18-09-2024 > 20:46:431