Monday 6th July - Antiques, Jewellery, Militaria, Coins, Vinyl, Toys, Ceramics, Collectables
Monday 6th July - Antiques, Jewellery, Militaria, Coins, Vinyl, Toys, Ceramics, Collectables
A diverse group of marine gastropod and bivalve shells from various regions, including the Indo-Pacific and Caribbean. The collection features several specialist specimens such as the Venus Comb Murex (Murex pecten) with largely intact spines, and a large Queen Conch (Aliger gigas) with a pink-flushed aperture. Also present are multiple Cone shells (Conidae) with varied markings, Sundial shells (Architectonica perspectiva), Cowries (Cypraeidae), and various Muricidae. Larger gastropods include volutes and spindle shells with mottled brown patterns. Bivalves are represented by various Pectinidae and cockle-type shells. The specimens are loose and unmounted within a cardboard box. No collection labels or data slips are visible. Please note that the Queen Conch (Aliger gigas) is a CITES Appendix II listed species; buyers should be aware of international transport regulations.
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