Description: About this shell:Cypraeidae Luria Tessellata (Checkerboard Cowry) Author: Swainson, 1822Common Name: Checkerboard/Checkered CowrySize: 33.14 mmLocality: Hawaiian IslandsOrigin: Traded with J. Rodgers. Live find by diver, 50'-60' depth - Oahu (Hawaii) - Sep 1976 This specimen is highly sought out by collectors. This one has beautiful markings, coloring, banding and an impeccable shine. The white banding is soft but vibrant when the light hits it. There's a white band on the dorsum that goes length wise resulting in a beautiful shine. Arrow in images indicate minor flaw - see photo, you decide.The shell's beauty is unparalleled, with a stunning pattern and colors that make it a must-have for any serious collector. This is shell #4 of 4. This is part of our late father’s large collection of seashells he obtained while stationed on Okinawa, Japan in 1974-1978. His interests in shells grew from more than the Indo-Pacific species when he engaged in trading his shells with some of the prominent collectors around the world. He was an avid scuba diver and seashell collector. The results of many deep dives led to the creation of a collection of some of the best shells Okinawa had to offer. Ted’s shells have been cared for and stored for the past 50 years. All are in excellent condition. My sister and I are listing shells after researching them for value, quality and uniqueness. We are not conchologists and are giving our opinion on the condition and quality of the shell when compared to other listings. Thanks for considering this shell, something must have caught your attention. Open to reasonable offers. Please check out our feedback provided by the many satisfied seashell buyers.
Price: 300 USD
Location: Blaine
End Time: 2024-09-14T05:13:15.000Z
Shipping Cost: 20.6 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
